Show In order to provide you with the best possible service, we ask that you carefully review these general post-care treatment instructions for a chemical peel treatment so that you fully understand them. If you have any questions about these instructions, please discuss them with your esthetician. To obtain maximum benefits from your treatment, it is crucial that you understand and adhere to these instructions. Failure to comply with these instructions may affect your treatment outcome and increase the likelihood or severity of complications. Depending on your individual needs, additional post-care treatment instructions may be given to you by your esthetician.
How to Care for your Skin Post-Peel
What happens if you leave a chemical peel on too long?They may also experience an unusual darkening of the skin or hyper-pigmentation that is permanent. Overexposure to exfoliants—such as alpha hydroxy, salicylic, glycolic and lactic acids used in chemical peels—causes inflammatory responses in the skin, including redness and skin damage.
Can you leave a chemical peel on overnight?Immediately After Treatment:
If receiving the peel in the AM: You should leave the peel on all day. Wash your face with a mild cleanser (i.e. Elta Facial Cleanser or Vanicream gentle cleanser) that night. If receiving the peel in the PM: You should leave the peel on overnight.
Can you see results after 1 peel?Yes! Many people can see a significant improvement in the appearance of their skin tone and texture in as little as one peel treatment. This is because a peel functions as an exfoliant, which can drastically improve the superficial quality of your skin.
What can you not do after a chemical peel?10 Things to Avoid after Getting a Chemical Peel. Picking at the skin. ... . Skipping sunscreen. ... . Letting the skin dry out. ... . Not applying moisturizer. ... . Applying too much moisturizer. ... . Being afraid of cold compresses. ... . Exfoliating. ... . Expecting immediate results.. |