Aftercare following Skin Peels
Reactions from the treatment can include:
- Skin redness
- Peeling
- Dryness
- Irritation
- Accentuated lines due to dryness
Effects should resolve within days and most people can return to normal activities on the same day. Some clients may react differently and have these reactions for longer. These reactions will only be temporary and typically resolve within 7-14 days.
- Refrain from touching or pulling loose peeling skin
- Cleanse the skin using mild cleanser
- Avoid facial products containing fragrance for 3-5 days
- Do not use other peeling/exfoliating, retinoids or vitamin A products for 5-7 days
- Do not apply make up until all redness has subsided
- Do not swim in chlorinated water for 2 weeks
- Avoid sunbeds for 2 weeks
- Avoid hair removal such as waxing or laser for 2 weeks
- Apply sunscreen for at least 2 weeks after treatment
- Avoid saunas, sunbeds, steam, electrolysis, waxing or laser hair removal for at least a week after treatment
