A woman peels off a sheet of facial mask from her face, revealing clear skin, focusing on her eye, cheekbone, and lips.

Chemical Peel – Before & After Care

✨ Before Your Chemical Peel

Please follow these guidelines for at least 4–7 days before your appointment:

  • ⛔ Avoid the sun and tanning beds for at least 1 week before your treatment. Sun exposure increases sensitivity and the risk of complications.

  • 🚫 Stop using all active skincare ingredients like retinol, tretinoin, glycolic acid, salicylic acid, AHAs, BHAs, and benzoyl peroxide at least 4 days before treatment.

  • 🧴 Avoid facial waxing, laser treatments, or exfoliating scrubs for 7 days before.

  • 💧 Keep your skin well-hydrated and moisturized leading up to your peel.

  • 😌 Come with clean skin—no makeup, SPF, or heavy products.

  • 🩺 Let us know if you’re using Accutane, antibiotics, or have had recent cosmetic treatments (injectables, microneedling, etc.).

✨ After Your Chemical Peel

Your skin is in recovery mode—treat it like royalty! Follow these tips to avoid irritation and help your skin heal:

  • ⛱️ Avoid sun exposure for at least 1 week after your peel. Always wear SPF 30+ and reapply throughout the day.

  • 🚫 No active skincare ingredients (retinol, AHAs, BHAs, etc.) for 4–7 days post-treatment or until peeling stops.

  • 🧖‍♀️ Do not pick, scratch, or peel flaking skin—this can lead to scarring and uneven results.

  • 🧴 Use only the gentle cleanser and moisturizer recommended by your esthetician.

  • 🥵 Avoid heat: no steam rooms, saunas, hot showers, or intense workouts for 48–72 hours.

  • 💄 Avoid makeup for 24–48 hours, or until your skin feels calm.

  • 💤 Sleep on a clean pillowcase and avoid resting your face on your hands.

  • 📅 Schedule follow-up treatments or check-ins as recommended.