What To Expect With A Chemical Peel
The Lehigh Valley is transitioning between seasons, our skin’s needs change. For some of us, this change in seasons means a change in our skincare routines. For others, this means literally sloughing off the last season’s layers to reveal a fresh face for fall, if you will, in the form of a chemical peel.
Before: Typically, with any chemical peel, you should discontinue any form of a topical Retinoid for one week. If you’re using products with Benzoyl Peroxide, Salicylic Acid or any alpha and beta hydroxy acid, discontinue use for 2-3 days prior to peel to prevent an adverse skin reaction such as irritation, redness, swelling, itchiness or burning. Also, avoid sun exposure the day of the peel and, depending on what type of peel, weeks to months after a chemical peel as well.
During: Some people don’t feel anything during a chemical peel. Typically, though, you should expect mild to severe tingling, depending on the type of chemical peel you’re receiving.
After: While some patients never actual peel, others can expect several days to weeks of noticeable skin peeling, depending on the type of peel and your skin type. After a peel you will look fresh and radiant. With more aggressive peels, you may look pink to red, but that is temporary and goes away within a few days to weeks. Skin should appear tighter, fresher and more even toned. After a chemical peel be sure to apply a moisturizer with sunscreen every morning with at least an SPF of 30 – although you should be doing this every day regardless!
- Limit Exposure to the Sun & Always Apply SPF
- Continue with a Daily Skin Care Regimen
- Use Skin Soothing Products
- Don’t Pull on the Dry Skin
We hope that you enjoy the results of your chemical eel(s), and that as your skin begins the healing process you have the support to take care of your skin, and to visibly see a change in your skin.
