What should you advise your client to avoid before a peel?

Before undergoing a chemical peel, it is essential for clients to prepare their skin to ensure the best results and minimize potential complications. Advising clients to avoid sun exposure, tanning, waxing, injections, and the use of products containing tretinoin, retinols, or retinoids 5-7 days prior to the treatment is critical.

The reason for this is that these activities and products can increase skin sensitivity and irritation. Sun exposure and tanning can worsen skin conditions and increase the risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, especially in individuals with darker skin tones. Waxing can also compromise the integrity of the skin barrier, making it more susceptible to irritation during the peel. Additionally, injections in the treatment area may alter the skin’s response to the peel and increase the risk of complications.

Overall, avoiding these factors allows the skin to be in optimal condition for the peel, promoting a safer and more effective treatment experience while also enhancing the healing process afterward.