Before Microdermabrasion or Chemical Peel

1 week prior

Discontinue use of products containing Retinol-A, glycolic acid or AHA. (Alpha Hydroxy Acid)

3 months prior

Discontinue any laser resurfacing treatments as well as dermatological chemical peels including glycolic peels.

6 months prior

Discontinue anti-acne Accutane oral medication treatments.

Postpone

in case of Herpes Simplex (cold sore) outbreak even if actual sore is not yet visible

If client has planned long term or intense sunexposure: sailing, skiing...

If infectious acne, cold sores, eczema, psoriasis & other....