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Do I need to stop using tretinoin before my hydrafacial treatment?

I have been getting chemical peels (Jessner's and VI peel), and I have discontinued tretinoin two weeks before the peels to play it safe. Do I need to do this before I get a hydrafacial, as well?

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Do I need to stop using tretinoin before my hydrafacial treatment?

February 5th, 2015
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Yes,

Technically, tretinoin should be temporary stopped 2 weeks before a HydraFacial procedure because the treatment includes a Glycolic/Salicyclic peel.  However, some skin types can safely tolerate the HydraFacial despite the continued use of tretinoin. 

I hope this helps.
Timothy R. Miller, MD


Orange County Facial Plastic Surgeon
5.0 out of 5 stars 66 reviews

February 5th, 2015

Do I need to stop using tretinoin before my hydrafacial treatment?

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Yes,

Technically, tretinoin should be temporary stopped 2 weeks before a HydraFacial procedure because the treatment includes a Glycolic/Salicyclic peel.  However, some skin types can safely tolerate the HydraFacial despite the continued use of tretinoin. 

I hope this helps.
Timothy R. Miller, MD


Orange County Facial Plastic Surgeon
5.0 out of 5 stars 66 reviews

Stop a few days before

May 11th, 2016
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I have been getting chemical peels (Jessner's and VI peel), and I have discontinued tretinoin two weeks before the peels to play it safe. Do I need to do this before I get a hydrafacial, as well? I prefer patient's to stop tretinoin creams a few days (7-10 days for sensitive skin patients) prior to any facial treatment to avoid exaggerated response to the treatment. That being said patients who have little acute response to tretinoin cream have HydraFacial treatments without interruption of their scheduled tretinoin cream useage.

Web reference: http://orlandoplasticsurgeryassociates.com/hydrafacial-orlando

Dean L. Johnston, MD
May 11th, 2016

Stop a few days before

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I have been getting chemical peels (Jessner's and VI peel), and I have discontinued tretinoin two weeks before the peels to play it safe. Do I need to do this before I get a hydrafacial, as well? I prefer patient's to stop tretinoin creams a few days (7-10 days for sensitive skin patients) prior to any facial treatment to avoid exaggerated response to the treatment. That being said patients who have little acute response to tretinoin cream have HydraFacial treatments without interruption of their scheduled tretinoin cream useage.

Learn more: http://orlandoplasticsurgeryassociates.com/hydrafacial-orlando

Dean L. Johnston, MD

Stopping Tretinoin prior to a Hydrafacial

January 12th, 2017
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Patients who tolerate tretinoins can typically continue products with a hydrafacial since the glycolic and salicylic peel are light.  Patients who have sensitive skin should discontinue retinols/ retinoids prior to a hydrafacial for 2 days to 2 weeks depending on their skin sensitivity.  

Web reference: http://aestheticskinchicago.com/facials.html

Anil R. Shah, MD

Anil R. Shah, MD
Chicago Facial Plastic Surgeon
4.8 out of 5 stars 167 reviews

January 12th, 2017

Stopping Tretinoin prior to a Hydrafacial

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Patients who tolerate tretinoins can typically continue products with a hydrafacial since the glycolic and salicylic peel are light.  Patients who have sensitive skin should discontinue retinols/ retinoids prior to a hydrafacial for 2 days to 2 weeks depending on their skin sensitivity.  

Learn more: http://aestheticskinchicago.com/facials.html

Anil R. Shah, MD

Anil R. Shah, MD
Chicago Facial Plastic Surgeon
4.8 out of 5 stars 167 reviews

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Recommended to stop Tretinoin

February 23rd, 2015
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It is recommended that you discontinue your Tretinoin (retin-a) at least 48 hours before your HydraFacial treatment. During the hydrafacial, glycolic acid is used on the skin which can cause irritation if you have been using Tretinoin.
Barbara Bopp, MD

Barbara Bopp, MD
New Orleans Dermatologic Surgeon
5.0 out of 5 stars 12 reviews

February 23rd, 2015

Recommended to stop Tretinoin

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It is recommended that you discontinue your Tretinoin (retin-a) at least 48 hours before your HydraFacial treatment. During the hydrafacial, glycolic acid is used on the skin which can cause irritation if you have been using Tretinoin.
Barbara Bopp, MD

Barbara Bopp, MD
New Orleans Dermatologic Surgeon
5.0 out of 5 stars 12 reviews

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