Chemical peels are extremely powerful treatments for reshaping your skin, whether you want to address fine wrinkles, breakouts, hyperpigmentation, or a variety of other skin issues. However, it is critical to take care of your face during the healing phase to assist your skin to bounce back to life and maximize the chemical peel benefits. Here are some dos and don’ts for chemical peeling after you get done with your treatment from one of the best skin care clinics!
1. Apply sunscreen
Stay out of the sun and apply SPF freely. Your face is at its most sensitive post-peel since layers of skin have been removed! And the fresh skin that emerges following a peel is more exposed to the sun’s rays. To protect your skin from harmful UV rays, use sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher. Use it for at least 6 weeks after the peel.
2. Use soap-free cleaners
Soap-free face cleansers are ideal for delicate skin, especially following a chemical peel! Soap dries out the skin by taking it off its natural oils – and the skin has already been stripped enough after a peel.
3. Use cool water for cleaning
After a chemical peel, your skin may be delicate, and hot water may be irritating on your new skin; it may also cause inflammation. For a soft, relaxing solution for your recovering skin, wash your face with cool water.
4. Use as much moisturizer as possible
Apply a moisturizer to dry skin to keep it hydrated and restore moisture. Your moisturizer should be free of harsh chemicals and allergens that could irritate your delicate skin. They should also be water-based because moisturizers with a high-water content feel lovely and light on the skin.
5. Keep in mind that professionals know the best
Following a peel, it is crucial to listen to your practitioner and follow their recommendations. They’ll be able to provide you with specific recommendations on how to care for your skin after a chemical peel that is tailored to your skin according to the type of chemical peel you’ve had.
Don’ts after the Chemical Peeling treatment
1. Avoid breaking a sweat
This means no sauna days, no sunbathing, and no intense activity. Sweating can aggravate the skin, so stay cool until your skin begins to heal.
2. Say no to the exfoliator
When your skin becomes dry and flaky, the first thing you’ll want to do is grab the nearest exfoliant and rub it all off. But don’t use the facial scrub. Your skin has just undergone the most intense exfoliation; it does not require any further exfoliation. To give your skin a break, wait at least three days following a gentle chemical peel before exfoliating.
3. No peeling, picking, or prodding
You should avoid picking or peeling any loose skin, just as you should avoid using a facial scrub. Interfering with the natural shedding process of the skin can result in bleeding and scarring, which is far worse than any temporary flaking.
4. Avoid retinol
Retinols are excellent skin care ingredients for stimulating new cell growth and turnover, but your skin is already doing this after a chemical peel. Don’t overburden your skin’s cell turnover; instead, wait till it has healed before restarting your retinol.
5. Give your skin some breathing room
Allow your skin to recover itself before beginning another skincare treatment – at least 1-2 weeks.
Looking for a professional to perform your chemical peeling and provide skincare advice? Glow Med Clinic is one of the best skincare clinics to help you achieve your ideal skin. Contact us today!
