Before a chemical peel treatment at the Studio, for at least 7 days prior, will want to avoid:

• waxing

• retinol, retinoids, AHA’s, BHA’s, any physical/chemical exfoliants

• laser hair removal/electrolysis

Depending on the strength of the peel and individual skin type, peeling may not occur at all.

Lighter peels may result in minimal peeling for 2 to 3 days, while deeper peels can cause more significant peeling that lasts up to a week or longer.

While some individuals may experience visible peeling, it's not always a sign of how effective the treatment was. Peeling is more of a side effect that varies from person to person based on skin type, the strength of the peel, and the condition being treated.

The true effectiveness of a chemical peel lies in the cellular turnover and the long-term improvements in skin texture, tone, and clarity. Even if someone doesn’t experience significant peeling, the treatment can still be highly effective in addressing concerns like fine lines, pigmentation, or acne.

Most chemical peels used at Core Skin Studio do not cause significant peeling, usually just mild flakiness.

Downtime can vary from peel to peel, but don't worry! Depending on the peel you receive, you will get a handout thats tailored for you after your treatment.

Here is a list of the most common things to avoid after receiving a chemical peel:

• Strenuous exercise for at least 24-72 hours

• Direct sun exposure or tanning beds for at least 7 days

• Makeup for at least 24 hours

• Exfoliating products such as scrubs, retinoids, AHAs or BHAs for at least 3-7 days

• Hot environments such as saunas, steam rooms, hot tubs, and use of hot showers for at least 7 days

• Waxing area of treatment for at least 7 days

• Swimming in a chlorine pool for at least 7 days

• Laser hair removal/electrolysis for at least 14 days

• Picking or peeling healing skin - do not do!!!

While we want to be able to perform chemical peels on everyone, chemical peels cannot be performed in these circumstances:

• Active bacterial infections, viral, fungal or herpetic infections (cold sores)

• Open wounds

• Sunburn

• Pre-existing inflammatory dermatosis (psoriasis, atopic dermatitis, pemphigus) or eczema

• Currently battling cancer (must be cancer free for at least one year and have direct written consent from a physician)

• Autoimmune diseases that affect the skin

• Pregnant or breastfeeding (depends on the chemical peel)

• History of medications/drugs with photosensitizing potential

• Facial waxing 7 days prior to peel

• Use of Accutane within a 6-8 month period

• Not fully recovered from any kind of cosmetic surgery or injections, including Botox and fillers

• Allergies to peel ingredients

• Compromised skin barrier

The chemical peels offered at in the Studio can target an array of different skin concerns you may have.

Including:

• Fine lines and wrinkles

• Acne and acne scars

• Hyperpigmentation

• Sun damage

• Uneven skin tone

• Rough texture

• Enlarged pores

• Dullness

• Hydration

• Age spots

• Melasma