Customized Peels: Pre and Post-Treatment Instructions

Light superficial and medium-depth chemical peels are professional exfoliating treatments designed to improve the appearance of skin texture, tone, fine lines, congestion and other common skin concerns.

Because every person’s skin responds differently, your Customized Peel at Beauty & Body by Mia will be selected according to your skin type, sensitivity and treatment goals.

Preparing for Your Customized Peel

Depending on the type of peel selected, Mia may recommend a professional home skincare regimen before treatment. When prescribed, this preparation helps condition your skin for the peel and should be followed exactly as directed.

Daily broad-spectrum sunscreen is especially important before and after your treatment.

Before Your Treatment

Unless instructed otherwise:

• Discontinue retinoids, retinol, Vitamin A products and other potentially irritating topical products approximately 3 to 5 days before treatment.

• Wear broad-spectrum sunscreen daily.

• Avoid excessive sun exposure and tanning.

• Avoid waxing, threading or other hair-removal treatments in the treatment area.

• Tell Mia about prescription medications, recent procedures or changes in your skin.

• Do not arrive for treatment with irritated, sunburned or compromised skin.

What Should I Expect After a Chemical Peel?

Your skin may initially feel smooth, tight, dry or sensitive. Some redness may also occur.

Visible peeling commonly begins within several days, although not everyone experiences visible peeling. The amount of peeling does not determine whether your treatment was effective.

Depending on the strength of your peel and your individual skin response, flaking or peeling can range from minimal to more noticeable.

After Your Treatment

Follow the specific instructions provided for your peel. General aftercare may include:

• Do not wash the treated area for approximately 8 hours if instructed.

• Use your recommended post-treatment skincare products.

• Avoid strenuous exercise, excessive sweating, saunas, steam and very hot showers for approximately 48 hours.

• Do not pick, pull or peel flaking skin.

• Avoid facial scrubs, exfoliating brushes and washcloths for approximately 7 days.

• Avoid waxing or other potentially irritating treatments until the skin has healed.

• Use a gentle cleanser and moisturizer.

• Apply broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher every day.

• Avoid unnecessary direct sun exposure while your skin is healing.

• Restart retinol, acids and other active skincare products only when instructed.

Vitamin C & Retinol Skin Peel

A Vitamin C and Retinol Peel may be used to improve the appearance of dullness, uneven texture, discoloration, fine lines and blemish-prone skin.

Temporary redness, tightness, dryness, sensitivity and peeling may occur following treatment. Peeling often becomes noticeable several days afterward, although individual responses vary.

How Many Chemical Peels Will I Need?

Some clients benefit from a single treatment, while others may achieve their goals through a series of Customized Peels.

Mia will recommend your treatment frequency and home skincare regimen based on your skin, the type of peel performed and how your skin responds.

If you experience an unexpected or concerning reaction after your peel, contact Beauty & Body by Mia for guidance.