VI Peel – Pre and Post Care Instructions

Please Note:

• Immediately following the peel, skin may look light yellow, red, or tan. The yellow color is due to the Retinoic Acid included in the formulation. It is temporary and will fade in minutes.
• Mile to moderate redness and swelling may be present.
  • In case of swelling, an over-the-counter antihistamine may help decrease the swelling. Before taking any over-the-counter drug, consult your Primary Care Physician or Pharmacist.
• Peeling generally begins day 2 or 3.  On rare occasions, peeling may not begin until day four.
  • Peeling is shedding or sloughing off of the skin. DO NOT SCRUB, PICK, OR PULL AT SKIN. Scrubbing, picking, or pulling at skin can result in infection, redness, irritation or hyperpigmentation.

Necessary Supplies:

• • Mild Gentle cleanser like Skin Script Green Tea or over-the-counter Cetaphil
  • V.I. Peel Post Peel Protectant (Moisturizer)
  • V.I. Peel SPF 55
  • 2 Light Green V.I. Peel Post Peel Towelettes
  • 2 Dark Green V.I. Peel Post Peel Towelettes

Treatment Day 1

Do not wash, touch or apply make-up to treated areas for 4-6 hours.

• In the rare case an adverse reaction develops prior to the 4 hour time period, Contact our Derma Health Provider. (ex. Hives, excessive inflammation, etc)  Cleanse treated areas with mild cleanser like Green Tea or over-the-counter Cetaphil and water. Apply cool gauze to treatment areas.

After the 4-6 hours have passed:

1. Cleanse once with mild cleanser as above
2. Pat dry
3. Apply a thin layer of the V.I. Post Peel Protectant (Moisturizer)
4. Apply a layer of V.I. SPF 55
5. Mineral Make-Up may be applied

Evening:

1. Cleanse once with mild cleanser as above
2. Pat dry
3. Apply a thin layer of the V.I. Post Peel Protectant (Moisturizer)

Day 2 and 3

The first and second day after your office appointment

Morning:

1. Cleanse once with mild cleanser as above
2. Pat dry
3. Apply a thin layer of the V.I. Post Peel Protectant (Moisturizer)
4. Apply a layer of V.I. SPF 55
5. Mineral Make-Up may be applied

Mid-Day:

1. Cleanse once with mild cleanser as above
2. Pat dry
3. Apply a thin layer of the V.I. Post Peel Protectant (Moisturizer)
4. Apply a layer of V.I. SPF 55
5. Mineral Make-Up may be applied

Evening:

1. Cleanse once with mild cleanser as above
2. Pat dry
3. Apply one of the moist V.I. Peel Precision Plus post peel towelette (Light Green). Swipe over the entire peeled surface. Avoid contact with the eyes
   • If discomfort or reaction occurs, cleanse the areas with a gentle cleanser and water. Apply the V.I. Post Peel Protect and ice. You may also take ibuprofen. Do not continue to step 4
4. 30 minutes after applying the Light Green towelette, apply one of the V.I. Peel Post Peel towelette (Dark Green).  Swipe over the entire peeled surface.
   • If discomfort or reaction occurs, cleanse the areas with a gentle cleanser and water.  Apply the V.I. Post Peel Protect and ice. You may also take ibuprofen.
5. 15 minutes after applying the towelettes, apply a thin layer of the V.I. Post Peel Protectant (Moisturizer)

Day 4, 5, 6 and 7

Morning:

1. Cleanse once with mild cleanser as above
2. Pat dry
3. Apply a thin layer of the V.I. Post Peel Protectant (Moisturizer)
4. Apply a layer of V.I. SPF 55
5. Mineral Make-Up may be applied

Mid-Day:

1. Cleanse once with mild cleanser as above
2. Pat dry
3. Apply a thin layer of the V.I. Post Peel Protectant (Moisturizer)
4. Apply a layer of V.I. SPF 55
5. Mineral Make-Up may be applied

Evening:

1. Cleanse once with mild cleanser as above
2. Pat dry
3. Apply a thin layer of the V.I. Post Peel Protectant (Moisturizer)

Day 8 and beyond

Start Regular daily skin care regimen

• NOTE:  When peeling begins, DO NOT SCRUB, PICK OR PULL AT SKIN. Scrubbing, picking, or pulling at skin can result in infections, redness, irritation, or hyperpigmentation.  Permanent damage can be caused to the skin.

 

Should a question or concern arise, contact your Derma Health Provider