Had VI Peel 3 days ago and started peeling for the first time yesterday and peeled all the way already. Is that normal?

Hey there,Usually after a medical grade medium depth chemical peel it is better to avoid any form of exfoliation for at least 3-4 weeks to avoid any complications.  It’s good to know that you didn't end up in any such untoward effects.  Dreamlining followed by VI peel usually gives better res...

It looks as if the treatment in the neck went deeper and possibly exacerbated by sun exposure especially in Miami. It is very important to follow the instruction in the vi kit. I would liberally use the cortisone create as well as the sun block, no more exposure until this heals and possibly...

Thank you for your question. It is best to use your finger tips to clean the skin very gently. a wash cloth might pull the skin off before it is ready. always remember to be gentle with the peeling area and use warm or cold water.

Typically, with the Vi Peel you will look worse before you look better. The dark spots are likely dead skin that will slough off as the peeling process continues. However, if these new dark spots remain after the peeling process is complete you should follow up with your provider. We would...

After your peel from day 3 to day 7, use a gentle cleanser or the cleanser provided, using light, gentle pressure. Avoid scrubbing or picking the skin to prevent scarring or hyperpigmentation.   

You can have some slight swelling after a Vi Peel since the treatment is more intense than most peels.Some of my patient's who fly in, we will do both a peel and filler. It really depend's on a patients needs and downtime. Everyone's skin is so different which is why it is very important to...