Prior to your Chemical Peel treatment, please observe the following: ​

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•  Avoid extensive sun exposure, especially in the 10 days prior to your scheduled chemical peel including sun beds.

• No facial waxing for 7 days prior to treatment.

• Do not take any acne treatments for 5 days prior, if on Roaccutane then cannot have for 6 months.

• If currently using Retinol products, stop the use of Retin-A (retinol) products or applications for 7-10 days prior to a chemical peel. High percentage alpha hydroxy (AHA) and beta hydroxy (BHA) products should be stopped five days before treatment.

• Always apply a broad spectrum sunscreen daily (at least SPF 30 or higher) and avoid the gym 24 hours prior to a chemical peel.

• Do not use aspirin, ibuprofen or blood thinning medication for at least 7-10 days prior to a chemical peel, if you are on prescribed medication please consult with your GP before you stop taking.

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You cannot have a Chemical Peel if any of the following apply:

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• Use of Accutane®or other medications that exfoliate or thin the skin within 6 months

• Severe rosacea or active acne

• Easily scars or has hyper-pigmentation tendencies

• Pregnant

• Breast-feeding

• Sunburnt or irritated skin

• Open sores or lesions

• Infectious disease

• Active Herpes simplex

• Diabetes

• High blood pressure

• Heart disease

• Deficient immune system

• Permanent cosmetics – wait 2 weeks 

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