Sidebars

• Peel Do’s and Don’ts

  Peel Do’s and Don’ts

  Skin peels can deliver considerable improvements, but the success of a peel depends on your professional knowledge and your ability to evaluate the skin; fresh, quality ingredients; and client compliance. As such, a few do’s and don’ts of chemical peels should be reviewed.

  Do’s:

  • Undergo appropriate training—this is very important.
  • Complete a skin assessment and history on the client.
  • Perform a patch test at least 48 hours before the treatment.
  • Send clients home with care instructions and appropriate retail products.
  • Take before-and-after photos to track progress.
  • Manage expectations before starting a program.

  Don’ts:

  • Never do a peel on the first visit.
  • Never perform a peel on a client using tretinoin or taking isotretinoin.
  • Never conduct a peel if a client has received Botox or another injectable procedure that day.
• Peel Consultation Questions

  Peel Consultation Questions

  1. Do you use sunscreen?
  2. Have you ever had a skin peel?
  3. Are you on any medications, or using tretinoin or isotretinoin?
  4. Are you pregnant or lactating?
  5. Do you have any allergies?
  6. Are you prone to cold sores?
  7. What skin care products are you currently using?
  8. Have you had any of the following: cosmetic surgery, Botox injections, laser resurfacing, skin cancer, dermatitis, hepatitis or keloid scarring?