Chemical Peel Instructions

Contraindications

-Pregnancy

-Breastfeeding

-Antibiotic use within 10 days

-Retinol or Retin-A use within 7 days

-Accutane use within 6 months

-Active cold sore or fever blister

-Prolonged sun exposure or sun burns within 1 week

-Self tanner use within 2 weeks

Preparing for your appointment

•Please arrive with a clean face or arrive 15 minutes early and let the front desk know so they can assist you.

•Avoid the following procedures: electrolysis, waxing, depilatory creams, laser hair removal approximately 7 days before your treatment.

•Delay the use of any these ingredients for 7 days: Hydroquinone, Acne topicals, Alpha Hydroxy Acids, Beta Hydroxy Acids, enzymes or other exfoliants.

•Leave the chemical peel on for at least 8 hours or overnight.

•Stay cool! Avoid any excessive forms of heat; heating internally can cause hyperpigmentation. Do not use hot tubs, steam rooms, saunas, no swimming, don’t workout or any activities that may cause perspiration for 24 hours.

•Avoid direct sun exposure and ALWAYS use sunscreen of at least 30 SPF.

•Do not have electrolysis, facial waxing or use depilatories creams for 7 days.

•It is normal for the skin to feel tight and itchy. Use the Post Care Kit to minimize any side effects. Your aesthetician will recommend any skin care products.

•Delay the use of any these ingredients for 7 days, Retinoids, Hydroquinone, Acne topicals, Alpha Hydroxy acids, Beta Hydroxy acids, enzymes or other exfoliants.

•Do not pick or pull on any loosening or peeling skin. This could potentially cause hyperpigmentation or scarring. The skin will generally begin peeling 2 to 3 days, however peeling can take place for the next 10 days.

•It is common for your skin to be reddened and sensitive immediately following your treatment. You may feel dry, tight and itchy, this is normal. Light flaking may occur in a few localized areas for several days but you should not necessarily expect to “peel”. The amount of peeling observed is not an indication of the effectiveness of the treatment. The amount of sloughing varies depending on the condition of your skin and the home care products that are used daily. Your skin will still benefit resulting in smoother and softer skin, a healthier glow, less oil, more moisture, refined pores, less discoloration, diminished fine lines and increased acne control.

•Do not have another facial treatment or peel until your clinician advises you to do so.

Please report any concerns following your treatment.