peel pre and post care
Proper “pre” and “post” care is essential to achieving optimal results from your treatment. If there are any questions after reading the information provided below, please do not hesitate to ask!
Pre-Treatment Instructions:
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Please discontinue products containing any exfoliating agents (retinoic acid, tretinoin, retinol, benzoyl peroxide, glycolic/salicylic acids, astringents, etc.) 3-5 days before treatment.
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Keep your skin hydrated before and after treatment
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Do not consume alcohol 24 hours before your appointment
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If you are taking a blood thinner, aspirin or any other medications you may be required to obtain a GP approval letter for the treatment.
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On the day of the treatment, please do not apply makeup.
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If you are planning to have Botox or fillers please allow 2 weeks after your Botox appointment prior to BioRePeel.
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If you have a history of herpes or cold sores, it is highly recommend to take a course of anti-viral medication pre and post treatment. This will prevent an outbreak of cold sores if you are prone to them. Cold sores can also break out on people who are not prone to them, but who have sensitive skin.
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Allow at least (twelve) 12 hours after autoimmune therapies before having a peel.
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Wait twelve (12) months following isotretinoin (Accutane) use.
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Stop any type of depilatory treatments (waxing, depilatory creams) to the area of treatment, 2 weeks prior to and 2 weeks after your peel.
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Avoid UV exposure including tanning beds as well as self-tanner for 7 days prior to visit.
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Stop electrolysis, and any type of laser treatments (laser hair removal, IPL) to the area of treatment, 2-4 weeks before and 2-4 weeks after your peel or as instructed.
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MUST BE ON APPROVED & PROPER PRE-CARE SKINCARE PRODUCTS! IF YOU ARE UNSURE ABOUT THIS, PLEASE SCHEDULE A CONSULTATION 7-10 DAYS PRIOR TO YOUR TREATMENT. NOTE: IF YOU ARE A NEW CLIENT, A CONSULT 7-10 DAYS PRIOR TO YOUR APPOINTMENT IS REQUIRED.
Post-Treatment Instructions:
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Immediately after your treatment, your skin may be more sensitive than usual. Use tepid water to wash the treated area.
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Do not use non-mineral make up for 48 hours post treatment. COLORESCIENCE IS GREAT!
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Keep the skin hydrated with a gentle non-active moisturizer.
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Drink PLENTY of water to keep the skin from peeling (as much.)
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Do not take any inflammatory medicines for at least 2 weeks post treatment.
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Do not apply makeup or non-mineral sunscreen or 24 hours after the procedure. COLORESCIENCE IS GREAT!
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Do not apply any makeup with a makeup brush, especially if it is not new/recently cleaned.
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Avoid clothing, headbands, hats or scarves on the treated area. If clothing is to be worn over the treatment area, we recommend cotton clothing that hasn’t been treated with fabric softeners or dryer sheets.
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Keep your hair off of your skin
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Make sure you have changed your pillowcase before bed.
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Do not put the face directly into a hot shower until at least 5-7 days post procedure (depending on peeling.)
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Do not use a steam room, jacuzzi, or sauna until at least 5-7 days post procedure (depending on peeling.)
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Do not go swimming until at least 5-7 days post procedure (depending on peeling.)
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Do not participate in activities that would cause excessive perspiration until at least 5 days post procedure (excessive perspiration early in treatment could cause blistering).
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Do not use mechanical exfoliation until at least 10-14 days post procedure.
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For at least 14 days post treatment, do NOT use any AHA's or BHA's, Retinol (Vitamin A), Vitamin C (in a low pH formula) or anything perceived as ‘active’ skincare.
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Avoid excessive UV exposure.
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Avoid waxing, bleaching or hair removal for 14 days post-treatment
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Do not participate in strenuous exercise for at least 24 hours post-treatment.