Illuminize Peel^® PRE & POST TREATMENT INFORMATION

1 Week Before Peel:

• Avoid the following products and procedures:
  • Hair removal in the treatment area
  • Any products containing Retinol, alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), beta-hydroxy acid (BHA), or benzoyl peroxide
  • Exfoliating products that may be dry or irritating

Immediately After the Peel and for Up To 24 Hours Post-Peel:

• Avoid strenuous exercise (the day of procedure and for 24 hours post)
• Avoid any activities that will make you sweat
• Skin may be tight and redder than usual
• Avoid all sun exposure
  • If you cannot stay completely out of the sun, sunscreen SPF 30 or higher must be applied before leaving the office
• Wait until the following morning before washing the treatment area

24 Hours-4 days Post Peel:

• Skin should look normal the next day
• Because of the superficial nature of this peel, DO NOT EXPECT TO SEE VISIBLE PEELING
  • Occasionally, you may have some very minor flaking 3 to 4 days after the procedure
• Use a gentle cleanser to wash the treatment area the morning after your peel
• Apply moisturizer as often as needed to relieve any dryness
• Avoid sun exposure and apply sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) often throughout the day

4-5 days Post Peel:

• You may resume the regular use of Retinol, Alpha-Hydroxy Acid (AHA) products, or Bleaching Creams
• Wait until skin sensitivity resolves before having any other procedures including facials, microdermabrasion, hair removal in the treatment area (including laser hair removal and shaving), and injections (including injectable fillers)
• Avoid sun exposure and apply sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) often throughout the day

Post Peel Skin Care Regimen:

• Use a gentle, soap-free cleanser. Do not use a cleansing device. Do not scrub or use a washcloth
• Moisturizer
• Daily Sun Protection SPF 30 or higher (avoid direct sun exposure for at least 1 week)
• Do NOT wax in the treatment area for 2 weeks post Illuminize Peel

Contact the office if you have any of the following:

• Moderate to severe swelling, burning, redness or pain
• Itching that does not subside or resolve after applying moisturizer
• Rash-like skin appearance
• If symptoms persist for more than 24-48 hours, call the clinic to speak with a medical professional.
• If symptoms worsen or you are experiencing symptoms other than the ones listed above, call the clinic to speak with a medical professional.

If it is outside of normal business hours, please call Ideal Image’s After-Hours Medical Helpline at 913.676.7341 to be connected with an on-call medical professional.