It's Chemical Peel Season!

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It’s chemical peel season! I’m sure if you search chemical peels, all sorts of products come up and deciding on which type can be confusing for most. At Beauty Bar Health and Wellness, we have treatments perfect for all skin types. One of our current favorites is our Fruit Enzyme Peel, because of its ability to treat a large spectrum of skin types. Our Fruit Enzyme Peel is a medical grade solution for sensitive, dehydrated, mature and/or skin overexposed to the summer sun. The Fruit Enzyme Peel is an exceptionally pleasant neutral fruit enzyme peel that gently provides skin with the exfoliation-boosting effects of pineapple and papaya. Additionally, the extraordinary benefits of Laminara Digitata Algae lavish skin with high concentrations of marine minerals to super hydrate and impart a smooth texture. Gotu Kola provides antioxidant, firming, and soothing benefits. After one treatment, skin is less red, feels tightened, pore size is visibly diminished, and texture is firmer and more vibrant.

Fruit Enzyme Peel:

  • Does not sensitize the skin to the sun

  • Can be used with numerous in-office procedures, including microdermabrasion and steam

  • Can be combined with any of the in-house peels we have in case enhanced results for acneic, hyperpigmented, or photodamaged skin are sought

  • Indicated for all skin types and contraindicated in those with an allergy to iodine or aspirin as well as pregnancy

Before considering a chemical peel, it’s best to have a consultation with your esthetician to ensure that you are a good candidate for this treatment. There are several contraindications that may prevent you from undergoing a chemical peel. Please read and consider all pre and post chemical peel instructions to optimize the maximum results from your treatment.

Pre Chemical Peel:

Discontinue use of tanning beds at least two weeks prior to a chemical peel.

Avoid extensive sun exposure, especially in the 10 days prior to your scheduled chemical peel.

No facial waxing for 7 days prior to treatment.

For those of you who are on an acne treatment regimen, you need to stop the use of Renova, Differin, Tazorac, Avage, EpiDuo or Ziana five days prior to treatment.

If you are using Retinol products, stop the use of Retin-A (retinol) products or applications for 7-10 days prior to a chemical peel. High percentage alpha hydroxy (AHA) and beta hydroxy (BHA) products should be stopped five days before treatment. Always apply a broad spectrum sunscreen daily (at least SPF 30 or higher) and avoid the gym 24 hours prior to a chemical peel.

Do not use aspirin or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (ex. Advil) for at least 7-10 days prior to a chemical peel.

Post Chemical Peel:

Once you have undergone your chemical peel, expect to see some changes with your skin prior to getting your final results. Just as there are some instructions you should follow before your chemical peel, there are instructions you should follow after your chemical peel to obtain the maximum possible results.

On post peel day 3, you may experience mild to moderate shedding depending on the depth of chemical peel and the number of layers applied. There can be dryness and tightness of the skin. Flaking and peeling three days post peel is not uncommon, unless you had a superficial peel. Superficial peels have little to no downtime, so you may not experience shedding.

You may develop small whiteheads, but please note that this IS NOT A BREAKOUT.

If you have a lighter skin complexion, you may notice mild redness after a chemical peel.

Do not peel or pick at the peeling skin. You must allow the skin to flake-off naturally. Picking at the peeling skin can cause hyperpigmentation.

Do not apply ice or water to the areas that have been treated. Also, avoid applying makeup on the day of your treatment because the skin needs time to stabilize and rest.

For the first 48 hours after your chemical peel, do not participate in activities that increase body heat and sweat, such as drinking alcohol, exercise/working out, hot tubs, steam rooms, saunas, hot shower spray, swimming or directing a hair dryer to the treatment area. Internal heating can cause hyperpigmentation.

Make sure that you are also avoiding direct sun exposure and excessive heat. Continue to use a broad spectrum UVA/UVB sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher just as you were prior to your peel.

Make sure to keep your skin well hydrated with a protective moisturizer. Apply it twice daily or more often if needed to reduce the appearance of flaking.

For five days after your chemical peel, do not have electrolysis, facial waxing or use depilatories.

Avoid using retinols and glycolic acids for 10 days post peel.

Do not use scrubs, loofahs, exfoliating sponges, or other means of mechanical exfoliation on your face for 7-10 days.

Do not go to a tanning bed for at least two weeks post procedure.

If you are on an acne regimen, delay the use of tretinoin, Retin-A, Differin, Renova, Tazorac, Avage, EpiDuo, or Ziana 5 days post procedure. However, it is fine to resume using a vitamin C serum five days after your treatment.

It is extremely important that you DO NOT have another chemical peel until your esthetician advises you to.

If you notice increased redness, increased hyperpigmentation, or crusting of the skin, contact your doctor or skincare professional.

If trying our chemical peel regimen of 6 in 6 weeks is on your to do list this winter, come join us! We have several estheticians ready to help you with a good skin assessment and treatment plan.

Have a great day and as always,

Thank You For Letting Us Take Care Of You!

Jonna Lindsey-Marion, FNP-C, Tori Hinson & Jessika Spencer and the rest of our esthetician staff