Aftercare guide
Chemical Peel aftercare
Worried about anything after your treatment? Call or message the clinic on 07958 129660. If it is urgent and you cannot reach us, call NHS 111, or 999 in an emergency.
What to do
- Wear a broad spectrum SPF 50 every day, even when it is cloudy
- Avoid retinoids, exfoliating acids and scrubs for at least five days, or as advised
- Let any flaking skin come away on its own, without picking or pulling
- Avoid saunas, steam rooms, swimming and hard exercise for 48 hours
- Keep your skin moisturised with gentle, fragrance-free products
- Avoid sunbeds and deliberate sun exposure while your skin recovers
What is normal
- Mild stinging or tingling during application
- Redness and warmth for a few hours afterwards
- Dryness, tightness or light peeling for a few days
When to call
Stronger reactions such as prolonged redness, blistering or changes in pigmentation are uncommon. Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, where the skin darkens after irritation, is the main risk, particularly in deeper skin tones and when skin is exposed to the sun after treatment. The risk is reduced by choosing the right peel and strength for your skin and by using a high-factor sunscreen every day afterwards. If anything concerns you after your peel, contact the clinic straight away.
The clinic number is 07958 129660. If you are worried, call or message rather than wait. If you cannot reach us and it is urgent, call NHS 111, or 999 in an emergency.