Chemical Peel Instructions

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P2 & P3 Chemical Peel: Contraindications/Pre/Post

 

Contraindications:

  • Pregnant or possibility of being pregnant
  • Nursing
  • Active cold sores, Herpes Type I or II, or warts in treatment area
  • Wounded, sunburned, excessively sensitive skin
  • History of allergy or sensitivity to any ingredients in the prep, peel, or boost solutions
  • Allergy to aspirin or salicylates
  • Allergy to idebenone
  • Vitiligo
  • History of autoimmune diseases including psoriasis, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, dermatomyositis, multiple sclerosis, or any medical issues that weaken the immune system
  • History of any diseases of immune deficiency
  • Inflammatory dermatitis conditions including rosacea, seborrheic dermatitis, systemic lupus erythematosus, or dermatomyositis
  • Hyperpigmentation related to prior use of hydroquinone containing products

 

Pre-treatment:

  • Avoid neurotoxin treatments (Botox, Xoemin, etc.) 48 HOURS BEFORE
  • Avoid laser hair removal, waxing, depilatory creams, skin products prepared in 100 percent ethyl alcohol base, exfoliating products (dermaplane, microdermabrasion, etc.), retinoids (Retin-A or Renova), ONE WEEK BEFORE
  • Avoid chemical peels, microneedling, non-ablative resurfacing treatments, some ablative/invasive treatments such as facial lasers, ONE MONTH BEFORE
  • Avoid facial surgery SIX MONTHS BEFORE
  • Avoid Accutane use and chemotherapy or radiation therapy ONE YEAR BEFORE

 

Post-Treatment:

  • Avoid direct sun exposure
  • Post care instructions will be given by your provider specifically fit for you and your skin type