The mixture was kept on my face for four minutes. I didn't experience any unusual discomfort during the procedure - just the tingling/burning sensations which subsided when washed off. It has now been roughly five hours since the peel, and my cheeks have really flared up & are bright red. I have a few questions:- - will the affected areas get worse before settling down? when can I wash my face? - when can I start applying moisturiser? once peeling begins, how frequently can i moisturise?
Answer: When can I apply moisturizer after a salicylic chemical peel done professionally? Hi, thank you for your question.
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Answer: When can I apply moisturizer after a salicylic chemical peel done professionally? Hi, thank you for your question.
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Answer: Directly after Typically you receive a post peel topical from the provider who performed the peel. Light chemical peels generally respond well to light, therapeutic moisturizers. Do not add any type of moisturizer with retinol, glycolic or harsh active ingredients. Hydrocortisone is a good ointment to apply to any peel for 3-5 days. Vaseline or Aquaphor can be applied if there is a lot of irritation.
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Answer: Directly after Typically you receive a post peel topical from the provider who performed the peel. Light chemical peels generally respond well to light, therapeutic moisturizers. Do not add any type of moisturizer with retinol, glycolic or harsh active ingredients. Hydrocortisone is a good ointment to apply to any peel for 3-5 days. Vaseline or Aquaphor can be applied if there is a lot of irritation.
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October 3, 2019
Answer: Post peel instructions Thanks for your questions and photo. Hopefully you had excellent success with your chemical peel and are very happy by now with the results. The best thing to do after a peel is to make sure you have proper post-care instructions from your aesthetician or dermatologist before leaving the office. They would ideally have gone over all those questions you had. Some peel kits even have products patients can take home and use to hasten the healing and make the after effects more comfortable. Please call the clinic that treated you and they should help with any questions you have. Always see an expert, and best of luck!
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October 3, 2019
Answer: Post peel instructions Thanks for your questions and photo. Hopefully you had excellent success with your chemical peel and are very happy by now with the results. The best thing to do after a peel is to make sure you have proper post-care instructions from your aesthetician or dermatologist before leaving the office. They would ideally have gone over all those questions you had. Some peel kits even have products patients can take home and use to hasten the healing and make the after effects more comfortable. Please call the clinic that treated you and they should help with any questions you have. Always see an expert, and best of luck!
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October 8, 2019
Answer: Aftercare Salicylic acid peels It is normal to experience some redness post chemical peel, this will resolve. In the days following the chemical peel a gentle cleanser, and moisturiser can be used to aid the exfoliation process of the skin. Moisturiser can be applied 2-3 times a day to minimise the peeling of the skin. Salicylic acid can be used as a peel, cream, lotion or a wash. Unlike glycolic and lactic acid (known as alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid does not require neutralization. Salicylic acid is the only member of the BHA or beta hydroxy acid family.
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October 8, 2019
Answer: Aftercare Salicylic acid peels It is normal to experience some redness post chemical peel, this will resolve. In the days following the chemical peel a gentle cleanser, and moisturiser can be used to aid the exfoliation process of the skin. Moisturiser can be applied 2-3 times a day to minimise the peeling of the skin. Salicylic acid can be used as a peel, cream, lotion or a wash. Unlike glycolic and lactic acid (known as alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid does not require neutralization. Salicylic acid is the only member of the BHA or beta hydroxy acid family.
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