PRE-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS

For 3 days prior to your treatment, stop using retinoids and avoid sun exposure.

Please cancel your appointment if:

• If you have a history of problems with keloid scars (raised scars that grow out beyond the original site of injury) or other types of scarring of your skin
• If you have facials warts or any current facial infection including active herpes
• If you have used the Accutane in the past 12 months

POST-TREATMENT INSTRUCTIONS

You just received a controlled chemical microexfoliation (peel) treatment. Due to the nature of these treatments, you should not necessarily expect to “peel”. 

For the next 7 to 14 days:

• Avoid direct sun exposure and excessive heat. Do not go a tanning booth for at least 3 weeks.
• Use a gentle cleanser and moisturizer as your only skin care for the first few days.
  
• Do not pick or pull any loosening or exfoliating skin. This could potentially cause hyperpigmentation and mild scarring.
• Discontinue the use of any Retinoid product for 7 days after your treatment.
• Do not have electrolysis, cosmetic injections, facial waxing for 5 to 14 days or any kind of facial treatment while peeling.
• Do not go swimming for 3 to 7 days and do not participate in activities that would cause excessive perspiration for 3 to 7 days.
• Do not apply ice or ice water to the treated areas.
• Do not put your face directly into a hot shower spray. Do not use a jacuzzi, steam room, or sauna.

If you have any questions or concerns after your treatment, please contact us at 905 666 5117 for professional advice. If you have an emergency and our office is closed, please text Dr. Copeland at 905 439 1010 or Lisa at 416 841 0884.