Chemical Peels

Use of daily skin care products prior to your peel will prepare your skin, allow for better treatment results, and reduce the risk of complications. This is recommended but not mandatory. Please consult your physician or skin care clinician for appropriate recommendations for your skin type and condition. 

It is suggested that you take the following into consideration:

• For best results and to reduce the risk of complications, PCA Skin daily care products should be used 10 to 14 days prior to treatment. 
• If you are lactating, pregnant, or may be pregnant, consult your OB/GYN before receiving any treatment. 
• Do not go to a tanning bed two weeks prior to treatment. 
• Avoid excessive sun exposure, especially in the 10 days prior to treatment

PCA Skin superficial peels result in little to no downtime but create dramatic results. Treatments may cause slight redness, tightness, peeling, flaking, itching or temporary dryness. Most patients feel it unnecessary to apply makeup, as the skin will be smooth, dewy, and radiant following the treatment. 

General Guidelines after receiving a PCA Skin superficial treatment:

•  Peeling is not necessarily to be expected, however, light flaking in a few localized areas for several days is typical. Most clients who receive this treatment have redness for 1 to 12 hours post-procedure.
•  As with all peels, it is recommended that makeup not be applied the day of the treatment as it is ideal to allow the skin to rest overnight. If it is imperative, makeup may be applied 15 minutes after the treatment. This will allow the skin's PH to stabilize. 
• To minimize side effects and maximize results, use the Post-Procedure Solution for three to five days or until flaking has resolved
• If the skin feels tight, apply ReBalance (normal to oily skin)  or Silkcoat Balm (dry skin). For maximum hydration, you can apply Hydrating Serum under your Rebalance or Silkcoat Balm.
• Moisturizer should be applied at least twice a day but can be applied more frequently for hydration and to decrease the appearance of flaking. 
• It is recommended that other topical, over-the-counter medications, or alpha hydroxy acid products not be applied to the skin seven days post procedure, as they may cause irritation. 
• Avoid direct sun exposure and excessive heat. Use Weightless Protection Broad Spectrum SPF 45 
• Do not go to a tanning bed for at least 2 weeks post-procedure.
• Do not pick or pull loosening or peeling skin. This could potentially cause hyperpigmentation. 
• Do not have another treatment until your clinician tells you to do so.