Peels · 3 min read ·
What to do (and not do) after a chemical peel
Aftercare makes or breaks your result. A simple day-by-day guide.
Quick answer: Keep skin clean, moisturised and protected with SPF, do not pick peeling skin, and avoid retinol, exfoliants, saunas and heavy exercise for about a week.
Day 1 to 2
Skin may feel tight. Use a gentle cleanser and moisturiser only.
Day 3 to 7
Peeling may start. Let it shed naturally.
Protection
Wear SPF daily; new skin is sensitive to sun.
Back to normal
Reintroduce actives after a week, or when advised.
Common questions
Can I wear make-up after a peel?
Usually after 24 hours for gentle peels.
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Written by the Skin Deep Aesthetics clinical team, 6 Carlisle Road, Derry. This article is general information, not medical advice. Book a consultation for advice about your own skin.
