Following a medium depth TCA peel, it is important that your body temperature remain normal. Heating as a result of increased activity, exposure to a hot environment etc, increases the risk of post inflammatory hyperpigmentation. This is especially true for individuals with darker skin. I... more
Exercise after Obagi Blue Peel?
When can I resume exercise after Obagi Blue Peel?
2 answers to “Exercise after Obagi Blue Peel?”
A: Wait a week, at minimum, for exercise after Blue Peel
Each individual is different, but Obagi peels may be superficial to medium depth peels. Depending on the actual depth of peel, healing may be anywhere to a couple days to a week or so. Regardless, I tell all patients who have a superfical peel to avoid anything that raises blood pressure or pulse for 1 week,... more
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29 Apr 2009
As with all chemical peels we recommend that the patient remain calm, cool, and rested for 24 to 48 hours. Anything aerobic increases the bodies need for oxygen as well as sweating to cool the bodies temperature. The acids that were applied to the skin already have skin cells on high alert, you don't want to further exacerbate an inflammatory response that could affect the outcome of your peel. Check with your practioner to see when you can resume light exercise or walking. WEAR A HAT AND USE A SUNBLOCK!