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Chemical Peel

PRE- AND POST TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS​

 

 

Pre- Treatment Instructions

  • Avoid sun exposure prior to treatment. Sunburned skin cannot be treated.

  • Do not bleach, wax, tweeze or use depilatory creams in treatment area for 3 days prior to treatment.

  • Discontinue use of retinoid (Retin A, Tazorac, Differin, etc) and Hydroquinone products 7 days prior to treatment.

  • Discontinue use of 10% or higher Alpha Hydroxyl Acids, Glycolic Acids, and exfoliants 7 days prior to peel.

  • If you have a history of perioral herpes begin prophylactic antiviral therapy 1 day before treatment.

  • Deep Peels Only: Schedule your treatment at a time when peeling will not disrupt your social obligations

 

Day of Treatment Instructions

  • Omit lotions, creams, make up or deodorant in area to be treated

  • Inform provider of any changes in medical history

 

Post- Treatment

BioRePeel

Skin may feel dry the following day. Minimal to no healing time.

 

Glow Peel

Pinkness might be present after peel. Mild peeling (if any) for 1 to 2 days.

 

VI Peel

Redness might be present (and last up to several hours) after peel.

Skin may flake or peel on days 3-5.

Do not pick, scratch or peel at treated skin.

Avoid strenuous exercise or sweating for 48 hours.

Follow post peel instruction regarding products included in your take-home kit.

Avoid sun exposure if possible and use the provided SPF daily.

 

Contraindications

  • Accutane: 6 months discontinued

  • Retin-A: Discontinue for 7 days prior to treatment.

  • Pregnant or Breastfeeding/Lactating

  • Allergy to Aspirin*

  • Sunburned or compromised skin

  • Newly treated permanent makeup areas can not be treated with chemical peel for 30 days.

  • Active cold sores or lesions

  • Active facial rash

  • Facial Waxing requires a 3 day waiting period.

 

If any of these contraindications are applicable to you, please call us at 516-996-4810.

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