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.