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pre-treatment advice

Medik8 Skin Peel

pre-treatment
contra-indications
Aftercare

Pre-Peel Consultation

A pre-peel consultation must take place approximately 2 weeks before performing the first peel procedure.

At the consultation your skin will be analysed and photos taken, medical history taken, and the appropriate peel discussed with you. A patch test will also be performed by applying a small amount of peel to your inner arm.

Your skin needs to be prepped for 2 weeks prior to your peel with Vitamin C and Retinol.

This will be provided at your skin consultation appointment. For Fitzpatrick skin type 4 (olive to moderate brown natural skin tone e.g. Asian) to 6 (black natural skin tone e.g. Nigerian) skin prep to be a minimum of 4 weeks and will include a pigment suppressant (White Balance Brightening Serum).

Pre-treatment Advice

  • Ensure you have had a patch test prior to your first peel
  • Ensure that you have prepped your skin with Vitamin C and Retinol for 2 weeks (or 4 weeks if Fitz 4-6) prior to your peel
  • Stop using AHA or BHA containing skincare products for 48 hours before your peel
  • Do not wax your face in the week before your chemical peel
  • Do not undergo any facial laser treatments, microneedling or other clinical procedures to your face in the 2 weeks before your chemical peel
  • Wait 2 weeks after Botox and Fillers for your chemical peel
  • Avoid excessive sun exposure/sun beds for 2 weeks before your chemical peel
  • Time the peel for at least 2 weeks prior to a hot holiday

Contra-indications

The following may prevent or restrict the treatment. We will conduct a full consultation at your first appointment but please contact us prior to your appointment if any of the following apply to you:

  • If you have sunburned skin or have had excessive sun exposure in the previous two weeks
  • If you have used prescription strength Retin A (e.g. Roaccutane, Isotretinoin) in the last six months
  • If you have had cancer (including skin cancer) – you must be five years post-all-clear to undergo a chemical peel
  • If you have waxed your face in the one week before your chemical peel
  • If you have had facial laser treatments, microneedling or any other clinical treatment to your face in the past two weeks
  • If you have had Botox or Fillers in the past two weeks
  • If you have taken antibiotics in the past ten days
  • If you are pregnant (wait three months after birth) or breastfeeding (wait six weeks after stopping breastfeeding)
  • If you have warts in the area to be treated
  • If you have inflamed acne cysts
  • If you have any open cuts or sores in the area
  • If you have an active bacterial, viral (such as cold sores) or fungal infection
  • If you are experiencing significant immunosuppression
  • If you suffer from a collagen vascular disease
  • If you have an allergy to hair dye, aspirin, fruits or any Medik8 homecare products
  • Please advise if you have an allergy to ANY other products
  • If you have not carried out the pre-peel preparation
  • If you have epilepsy – a GP note required
  • If you have Type 1 diabetes, the treatment will be prevented. If you have controlled Type 2 diabetes, we may be able to carry out the peel with the doctor’s permission, and a sensitivity test will be required.
  • If you are taking any photosensitive medication
  • If you have severe asthma, a doctor’s note will be required
  • If you have a history of keloid scarring
  • If you have kidney or liver disease – a GP note may be required
  • If you are prone to post-inflammatory pigmentation
  • Topical steroids (wait one week)
  • Oral steroids (wait at least 1 month – GP note required)

Aftercare advice

In the 24 hours post peel

  • Apply no other products to your face other than what is provided to you. A sachet of Crystal Retinol 3 will be supplied to use on the evening of your peel.
  • Avoid exercise
  • Do not wear make up

In the 3 days post peel

  • Use the Post Peeling Kit only for 3 days following your peel (this includes an SPF to be used daily)
  • Treat the skin gently – avoid using washcloths and facial sponges
  • Allow the skin to peel naturally, do not pick or scratch the treated area
  • Avoid heat treatments, saunas, steam rooms, hairdryers, hot baths and showers and chlorinated water for 48 hours
  • Avoid heavy make-up for 48 hours (mineral make-up can be worn if the application brush is sanitised)
  • Do not use wash off AHA or BHA cleansers such as Clarifying Foam or Surface Radiance Cleanse

Ongoing care of your skin

  • After 3 days you can start to integrate other products into your regime. However, do not use leave-on AHA, BHA or physical exfoliants in the week following your peel. An ongoing regime following the CSA philosophy (Vitamin C, Sunscreen, Vitamin A) will promote advanced healing and intensify results.
  • Apply an SPF daily. A minimum of SPF 30 physical sunscreen is recommended (avoid too much direct sunlight even with the use of SPF)
  • Avoid laser skin treatments and Botox/Fillers for 1 month following your peel
  • Avoiding facial waxing for at least 1 week following your peel
  • Avoid excessive sun exposure (such as a hot holiday) for 2 weeks post-peel
  • Book your next peel for 2 – 4 weeks’ time. Your practitioner will advise on the best interval for you. Want to transform your skin over 12 weeks? – ask us about our 12 weeks to WOW programme.