Chemical peel - how long before I can apply makeup and return to work?

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I am considering getting a medium chemical peel done. First queastion is how long before I can apply make up and return to work ? And the other queastion is will a chemical peel disrupt or break down any fillers in the face such as juvaderm or Botox ?

Dennis Gross, MD · Answer

In most cases, yes you can apply makeup on after a peel and return to work. A peel with no downtime should make you feel refreshed and glowing. If you are doing a peel on the same day as your filler and/or Botox it should always be done first. Having a peel done will most certainly not effect/disrupt your filler/Botox. . I am not sure what type of peel you plan on doing however at my practice we use a patented Alpha Beta® Professional formula using a blend of acids at low concentrations to deliver maximum benefits without irritation, dryness, or flaking.Our chemical peels can be done at different depths—light, medium, or deep—depending on your desired results. Deeper chemical peels produce more-dramatic results, but also involve longer recovery times. No matter what type of peel you plan on doing you should always consult with your doctor or professional and ask them about your after care.

Morris Westfried, MD · Answer

First it will not break down fillers. The peel I use vi peel has an after care kit that combines a sunscreen and a green tinted moisturizer to mask the appearance of the peel during heaing. My patients return to work the next day.It appears like a mild sunburn.If you choose do it on Friday and return to work on Monday.

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