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Immediately after a peel your skin may experience temporary irritation, tightness, or redness. These are all normal reactions that typically resolve within 24 hours depending on skin sensitivity.
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Post 24 hours you may wash the treated area gently with mild cleanser. Avoid direct stream of running water on your face while showering. The area should not be rubbed with a face cloth or towel but patted dry.
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Please ensure that the area is well hydrated with frequent applications of a moisturizer as recommended by your provider
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24 hours post peel gently cleanse your face and pat dry. You may then apply the Hydrating Crème as needed to control comfort and hydration.
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Do not pick at or pull off the skin that is peeling. Let it come off by itself. This is very important as premature removal of skin can lead to scarring and discoloration. Aquaphor ointment and/or 100% aloe vera gel may also be applied to soothe and moisten the skin.
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Do not use any abrasive cleansers, exfoliates, topicals (e.g. Retin-A®, Differin®, Tazorac®, AHA’s), or any other potentially irritating products for two weeks post treatment or as directed by your provider.
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Sun exposure is to be avoided throughout the course of treatment. A physicial sunscreen with an SPF
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30 or greater should be applied daily.
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Avoid excessive heat or friction to the treated area including hot baths, saunas, excessive sweating, and heavy exercise for 10 days post chemical peel.
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Do not wax hair for at least 2 weeks from the area of treatment.
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Provided that there is no persistent redness, irritation, blistering or crusting present in the area treated, you may resume all normal activities.