Is a Vitalize Peel Without Retinoic Acid Normal?

The Retinoic Acid is an important last step in the peel process.  The Vitalize Peel by Skin Medica has specific steps that have been designed to help each patient.  You should call your office to express your concerns and see if the peel was used following the recommended protocol.

Retinoic Acid is the most important step at the end of the vitalize peel. By skipping this step you won’t get the full benefit of the peel. If you your skin didn’t have a yellowish look immediately after the peel, most likely you did not get any retinoic acid. In addition you shouldn’t wash your face until the next morning not only a couple hours after the treatment. We charge $150 for the peel, or a package of five for $500.

Thank you for your question. You should consult with a Board Certified Dermatologist (get another opinion if necessary) or Plastic Surgeon who has expertise in peels for a skin evaluation and ask the questions you have. Peels are an art form, and each practitioner adjusts things to maximize safety, and efficiency at the same time. I hope this helps.