It depends on the depth of the chemical peel.

Stephen A. Goldstein, MD answers: Can I start wearing makeup a day after a chemical peel?

After a chemical peel, can I start wearing makeup the next day? If not, how long do I have to wait?


Stephen A. Goldstein, MD
12 months ago
By Stephen A. Goldstein, MD - Denver Plastic Surgeon

The "lunchtime peel" usually presents no problem.  After any peel, you want to minimize irritation to the skin, so tread lightly.  With more aggressive or deeper peels, your provider will usually provide or recommend a suitable topical designed to optimize your outcome.   This is part of the education he or she should be giving you when you enlist their services.

 

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