Chemical Peel Contraindications
(please do not book if the following apply to you):
- Accutane (within the last 12 months)
- Pregnancy & Breastfeeding (No Salicylic Acid, Retinol or TCA Peels - *physician consent for AHA Peels under 30%)
- Currently undergoing Cancer Treatments including Chemotherapy or Radiation
- Cancer/Skin Cancer History - minimum 2 years in remission -*physician consent required
- Sunburn/Blisters
- Excessive sun exposure or tanning or those unwilling to wear SPF
- Open Sores/Wounds - *exception is active acne
- Aspirin Allergy, Heart Conditions & Kidney Conditions - Salicylic Acid & Jessner's Peels
- Active cold sores
- Some autoimmune diseases
- Recent facial surgical procedures
- Fitzpatrick 4-6 for Salicylic Acid & Jessner's Peels
The following are precautions to chemical peels:
- Retin-A - must discontinue use for 7 days prior to the treatment and avoid use for 7 days after the treatment
- Non-prescription Retinol & AHAs - discontinue use 3-5 days prior to the treatment
- No Cosmetic Injections (including Botox and Fillers) within the last 14 days or wait 10-14 days post chemical peel treatment
- Rosacea - *varying factors including severity of Rosacea and chosen chemical peel (AHA peels under 30%)
Chemical Peel Post Care
Following chemical peel treatments, it is important that post-peel guidelines are followed to promote healing and prevent any complications.
The following are recommendations on post-peel care:
After All Depths of Chemical Peels:
- MUST WEAR SPF EVERY DAY!!!
- Avoid all sun exposure or as minimal as possible
- Avoid exercise or sweating for a minimum of 24-72 hours
- Avoid applying makeup for 24-72 hours and wash makeup brushes before next use
- Always wash hands before completing the routine
- Avoid touching the skin
- Avoid active ingredients for 3-5 days post-treatment or for more advanced peels, once peeling has completed
Key ingredients for home care routines:
Tyrosinase Inhibitors
Ceramides, Peptides & Fatty Acids
Semi-occlusive or occlusive agents (medium depth peels)
Antioxidants including Vitamin C
Hyaluronic Acid
Sun Protection