After your facial or peel.

The day of your treatment

Treat your skin gently. Skip makeup if you can. Avoid exercise, saunas, hot yoga, and very hot showers for 24 hours; heat and sweat can drive active ingredients deeper than intended.

Cleansing and SPF

• Use a gentle, fragrance-free cleanser for the next 5 to 7 days
• Apply a rich, bland moisturizer (no actives) morning and night
• Wear broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher every day, even indoors; reapply every 2 hours when outside
• Skip retinoids, retinol, glycolic, salicylic, vitamin C, and exfoliating scrubs for 5 to 7 days

What flaking really means

Mild redness and tightness for the first 24 to 48 hours is normal. Light flaking, especially around the nose, chin, and jaw, can start on day 2 and last 3 to 5 days. You can gently trim flakes with clean, small scissors; do not pick or pull.

Deeper peels may produce visible frosting at the time of treatment and several days of visible peeling. Your provider will let you know what to expect for your specific peel.

What to skip

• Waxing in the treated area for 14 days
• Dermaplaning, microdermabrasion, microneedling for 7 to 14 days
• Self-tanner in the treated area for 5 to 7 days
• Swimming and hot tubs for 48 hours

Red flags

Call or text us if you notice any of the following:

• Severe burning, swelling, or hives
• Pustules, weeping, or crusting that seems excessive
• Any reaction that worries you

Call or text (325) 703-6777 with any concerns. Related service: Facials and Skincare.