Applying Acetone 100% Necessary Before Vi Peel?

Question

I'll be applying the Vi Peel after I come out of the shower, so my skin will already be thoroughly cleansed. Will Acetone still be necessary? Thanks.

Jon E. Mendelsohn, MD, FACS · Answer

Defatting the skin (degreasing) is important to get the most peel and product penetration from your VI Peel.  If you don't want to use acetone prior to treatment you can use a bubbly or foaming cleanser (that doesn't add moisture) rinse, pat dry and apply isopropyl alcohol to prep the skin prior to applying the VI Peel solution.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Yes Acetone is necessary before the Vi peel. As uncomfortable and stinky as this part of the peel is it is necessary to degrease the skin so the combination of acids and vitamins can penetrate deep into the the dermis. Patients with moderate or severe oily skin may have to have several passes of the acetone prep. If the skin isn't degreased properly the results may be minimal as the peel didn't penetrate deep enough for desired results. We use a fan during this part of the peel to help with the fumes. This peel should also be performed in a medical setting from a trained professional.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Acetone is a harsh chemical and is often used before chemical peels to enhance penetration of the acid.  If you do not like the acetone, kindly ask your physician to avoid the product and opt for foaming cleanser instead. I perform the Vi Peel and alteranative chemical peels, depending on the patient.

Armando Soto, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi there-

	Even though your skin will be thoroughly cleansed I would still recommend using acetone prior to a VI peel.  The acetone will help to remove any residue possibly left behind by a cleanser and allow more effective penetration of the peeling solution.  

	 

	Remember- the goal is to get the best outcome possible.

David Hansen, MD · Answer

As long as you aren't applying moisturizers or conditioners to the skin after washing your skin then you probably don't need the acetone.  Acetone is used to remove the natural oils and greases and sun screens on the skin so the peel can penetrate more uniformly.

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Applying Acetone 100% Necessary Before Vi Peel?

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Answer: Acetone and the ViPeel

Answer: Acetone and the ViPeel

Answer: Probably not necessary to apply acetone before Vi Peel

Answer: Probably not necessary to apply acetone before Vi Peel

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