Contra~Indications of Pro Power Peel

CONTRA-INDICATIONS of a PRO POWER PEEL

• If you are lactating, pregnant or think you might be pregnant, you can NOT receive a chemical peel.

• If you are taking a doctor prescribed acne medication, such as Isotretinoin or Accutane, you must discontinue use for at least 6 months prior to a chemical peel.

• If you are using a prescribed exfoliant such as Retin-A®, Renova®, Differin®, Tazorac®, Avage® or a high percentage Glycolic Acid product, discontinue use for approximately 10 days prior to your chemical peel.

• Please consult your physician before discontinuing the use of any prescription medication.

• If you have active herpes simplex (cold sores) on treatment area, you can NOT receive a chemical peel.

• If you have sun allergies, you can NOT receive a chemical peel.

• If you are allergic to aspirin, you can NOT receive a chemical peel.

• If you have had any prior adverse reaction to a skin peel, you can NOT receive a chemical peel.

• If you had recent radiation treatment for cancer, you can NOT receive a chemical peel. 

• If you have had sunburn, significant sun exposure or wind-burn within the last 2 weeks, you can NOT receive a chemical peel.

• If you have had surgery within the last month in the area to be peeled, you can NOT receive

a chemical peel. 

• If you are currently using antibiotics (which may cause skin to be ultra-sensitive), you can NOT receive a chemical peel.

• If you have waxed your face, you must wait at least 72 hours prior to receiving a chemical peel.

• If you are using a chemical depilatory treatment, you must wait a week prior to receiving a chemical peel.

• If you have received a cosmetic or resurfacing skin procedures such as laser or a chemical treatment, you must wait 2 weeks prior to receiving a chemical peel.

• If you have received Botox® or other injectable procedure, you must wait 2 week prior to receiving a chemical peel.