Pre and Post Peel Treatments for Maximum Results
Now that you’ve decided on a chemical peel to reclaim your skin’s vibrant appearance for the fall season, ask your esthetician to include the appropriate pre and post treatments. It is easy to jump to the “main event” so to speak. But pre and post treatments greatly impact the results you achieve and are vital to your success. Pretreatments can vary according to specific skin challenges. Some examples may include pigmentation, acne, acne scarring, aging, rougher/thicker texture, and sensitive skin. In each of these cases your esthetician will choose a treatment specifically designed to address that condition and initiate the rejuvenation process prior to the actual peel.
After treatment, the skin’s health must be supported while it repairs and rebuilds. There can be complications associated with peels and post treatments are used to alleviate issues such as itching, which is common for many types of skin, not just sensitive skin. There are several products that can relieve these symptoms. Post inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) is normally caused by picking at peeling skin and clients should always be cautioned against this. Epidermal growth factor products help with this condition. Mild pain or discomfort (usually subsiding within 24 hours) can be common, but different ingredients can be used to cool and soothe the skin.
Remember that a peel is a trauma to the skin, but with proper care and support of the healing process chemical peels stimulate the regenerative process, improve hydration, tone and texture and are a great way to reclaim the healthy look of a younger you.