How to Care for your Skin after a Chemical Peel

How to Care for your Skin after a Chemical Peel

Before you get/do a chemical peel, consider your post-peel care.  After having a chemical peel, you need to properly care for your skin to produce the best outcome: gently cleanse, promote healing, soothe and calm, provide hydration, reduce redness and inflammation, and protect from UV radiation.  See the list of products below that I found after searching forums.

1. Immediately following your chemical peel, do the following to properly care for your skin:

• rinse with copious amounts of cool water and blot dry (do not rub)
• apply a light moisturizer (see those listed below, depending upon skin type)
• apply a sunscreen SPF 30 minimum (see below for my new favorite physical sunscreen); chemical sunscreens may sting and irritate the skin right now

2. You won't need to cleanse your face after the chemical peel, but you may want to the next day.  Make sure you use a gentle cleanser or oil (see below) and always blot, rather than wipe, dry.

3. You may apply makeup, depending upon the strength of the peel.  I've been able to use concealer and makeup without problems so far.

4. Plan to reapply moisturizer throughout the day.  This will HELP keep that weird leathery look at bay, and once you start peeling, it will help mask the peeling.

5. When you remove your makeup or sunscreen at the end of the day, make sure you use a baby wipe or something smooth instead of a rough washcloth.  I've found baby wipes to be the best, but I like to rinse them before I use them, so I know exactly what I'm putting on my face.

6. Put a thick coat of light serum on before bed.  You don't want your face to crack during the night before the new skin is fully formed.  I like light moisturizer after a peel because my skin seems to get clogged easily after a peel if I constantly use a heavy moisturizer.  If I use a thick coat of Hyaluronic acid serum, I get no clogged pore, and my skin stays hydrated.

7. Avoid any irritating products at this time!  You don't want to use any peeling agents, and it's hard for me to understand all the ingredients, so I just stay away from them for 7-10 days after a peel.

8. When the skin starts peeling, do not pull on the skin.  I've found this to be very challenging, to say the least.  It's easier for me if I keep my skin very hydrated because I can't see the skin peeling, which helps me resist.

You should start peeling within about 2-4 days.  Hello new, beautiful skin.  Don't forget your sunscreen!

After searching some chemical peel forums, these seem to be the most popular post-peel products.

I've been using the following products from the list below, and I like them: I'm Fabulous Hyaluronic Acid serum, I'm Fabulous Organic Repair Serum, and I'm Fabulous sunscreen. 

Bio Gorgeous Peel

Bio Gorgeous Peel

30 ml / 1 oz packaged in a density glass bottle with pipette, which blocks the spectrum of visible light, allowing only life-giving violet rays that protect and improve the quality of these powerful organic ingredients. 

This Organic peel is made with from organic plant materials.

Multi-cellular exfoliation
increases epidermal and dermal moisture levels. Stimulates collagen and elastin fibroblasts. Helps repair and revitalize mature and sun-damaged skin and minimizes lines and wrinkles. Help anti-aging serum and cream actives penetrate deeper and faster into your skin. Very safe to use and excellent on Acne. Great also if you are a first time peel user. 

Enzymes like alpha hydroxy acids help the skin exfoliated. 

AHA’s loosen the top layer of dead cells a primarily composed of keratin, while on the other hand enzymes dissolve the keratinized layer. 

Papaya and pineapple are great sources of proteolytic (protein dissolving) plant enzymes. This extract is formulated to enhance the enzyme properties of the separate extracts to create the perfect exfoliating and renewing blend.

The protein dissolving enzyme papain can only be found in papayas. Papain is at its highest level just before the papaya ripens, while it is still green. The powerful papain enzyme dissolves dead and damaged skin cells. Papaya is great for blemishes, mature skin, dandruff, large pores, and sun spots. Some research shows that the enzyme papain is useful as an exfoliant where excess keloids have formed during wound healing. Pineapple contains the enzyme bromelain and alpha hydroxy acids (malic acid & citric acid & tartaric acid & glycolic acid).

Actives Ingredients: Organic Carica papaya Extract, Organic Ananas comosus Extract, Vitamin C, Licorice Extract, Lemon Peel Bioferment, Sea Kelp Bioferment, Lactic Acid.

Direction:

This peel can be use daily before any cream or serum. No need to wash it off. 

Safe for all skin type. No downtime!

THIS PEEL IS INCREDIBLE AND REALLY SAFE!!! For more info and to order go to: im-fabulous.com

TCA PEEL, with no downtime

Trichloracetic acid (TCA) peels are considered medium-depth peels. They reach slightly deeper into the skin than alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) peels--and thus often produce stronger results.

These peels also have the advantage of being suitable for most skin types, including darker-toned skin. To avoid discoloration, however, people with dark brown skin need to follow a pre-treatment protocol that may include treating the skin with alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) first. (Your physician will explain this process to you during your consultation.) How Does a TCA Peel Work? TCA is a skin-resurfacing treatment: it removes dead skin cells, uncovering a "new" layer of skin that appears smoother and more vibrant. As a result, it softens fine lines, minimizes superficial "age" spots and other skin discolorations, and generally improves the tone and texture of your skin. TCA peels are also very popular for diminishing the appearance of acne scars. More than one TCA treatment may be recommended. Treatments are usually spaced 2 to 3 months apart. To increase their effectiveness, these peels are often combined with other skin-rejuvenating treatments, such as microdermabrasion. The Treatment TCA peels generally takes 15 to 30 minutes. The exact length of treatment will depend on how many "coats" of the acid are applied to your skin. First, your skin will be cleansed and degreased. Then the acid will be applied. As soon as the acid has reached the intended depth, your physician will apply a neutralizing solution. You’ll experience a slight stinging sensation during the 2 to 3 minutes the solution remains on your skin. Your physician may use ice water or a fan to reduce any discomfort. If a high concentration of acid is being used, you may also be given a medication for pain or anxiety. Side Effects You’ll probably want to set aside several days to recover from a TCA treatment. Immediately after the procedure, you can expect some skin irritation, redness and swelling. Within a few days, your skin will tighten and darken--and then begin to crack and peel for the next 4 to 7 days--at which point the tighter, smoother and more youthful-looking layer of skin will emerge. CONCLUSION: The I'M FABULOUS LUNCH PEEL is awesome because it has NO downtime and it is great for first time peel user. For more info and how to order go to IM-FABULOUS.COM