Chemical peels are contra-indicated if you
Are pregnant or lactating
Have active, pustular acne
Have used Accutane in the last 6 months
Have used RetinA, or retinoids in the last 4 weeks
Have an allergic reaction to aspirin or other salicylates
Have had plastic surgery in treatment area within the last 6 months
Have sun allergies or sun burnt skin
Have had recent waxing, laser, botox or fillers
Have had recent radiation for cancer
If you have a history of cold sores, oral anti-viral medication is recommended for 5-7 days prior to the procedure.
Post Peel Instructions
After treatment skin may appear sun burnt, "frosted", or pink. Your skin may also feel tighter and be more sensitive, sometimes skin may appear darker (temporary) in a day or so.
Skin sloughing or flaking usually occurs in 2-10 days, and occasionally breakouts may appear (for up to 7 days).
Apply the after peel moisturizer that comes with your treatment liberally when your skin feels dry.
Apply the sun block that comes with your treatment 2-3 times per day, and any time you go outside.
Avoid sun exposure as much as possible, your skin is especially sensitive to sunlight after a peel, making you more prone to scarring and hyper pigmentation, especially if skin is peeling.
DO NOT exfoliate your skin for at least 3 days
DO NOT pick off flaking skin - can lead to scarring.
Avoid Retinols on your skin for at least 3 days.
No laser treatments, facial, or botox fillers for 2 weeks.
If you have a history of cold sores, oral anti-viral medication is recommenced for 5-7 days prior to the peel.