Facial Treatment Instructions
Pre & Post Treatment
Chemical Peel & Microneedling
Be sure you have completed all REQUIRED pre-appointment paperwork in your portal prior to your appointment - fill out the "My Profile", "Medical History", and complete/sign any forms under "Action Required" prior to your appointment.
Chemical Peels
Pre-Treatment
Avoid any harsh treatments for one week prior to peel:
such as at home microdermabrasion or dermal rolling, home waxing, or any aggressive chemical such as strong exfoliants since these treatments will irritate the skin.
Post-Treatment
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Cleanse face with mild cleanser 4-6 hours after peel service, PAT DRY.
Only apply products recommended during your treatment.
AVOID excessive heat, hot showers, and exercise for 12 hours as internal heat can cause hyperpigmentation.
Your skin may feel sunburned for a few minutes up to 48 hours. You may apply aloe vera gel or a cold compress if needed.
Peeling can start within 24-72 hours, and may continue to peel for 2-5 days. Some will not peel at all.
Sleep on a clean pillowcase
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Cleanse face with mild cleanser and apply moisturizer as needed. Also recommend growth factors and antioxidant serums - Can be purchased at Wild Moon Collective.
Never peel or force the skin off, as this could result in creating a scar. Your skin will naturally slough off when washed.
Apply sunscreen.
Not all peels result in peeling. Some result in a tightness, dryness, dry patches, and peeling. After all peeling is complete you may resume your normal skincare regimen.
Zo Peel Care
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AVOID washing face or treated area for at least 5 hours after the peel. Preferably, wait to wash your face until the morning after the peel
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Wash your face or treated area with the cleanser from your ZO daily skin care program. Wash face gently for 30-40 seconds. Rinse and pat dry.
Apply entire packet of Retinol Crème.
Apply hydrating creme
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The hydrating creme may be applied 3 times daily or more often if needed.
Redness, stinging, itching, mild swelling, flaking and peeling are all normal signs after the peel and vary based on patient responses.
Exfoliation generally will start 2-3 days after treatment and ends by approximately day
Besides the Retinol Crème, do not use alpha hydroxy acids, beta hydroxy acids, benzoyl peroxide, retinoids and other potentially irritating products until the skin is healed.
After skin is healed, return to your daily ZO Skin Health Program.
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AVOID rubbing, scratching, peeling or picking the skin with your fingers while healing.
AVOID direct sun exposure for at least 7-10 days following the peel. Sunscreen may be used after the skin has completely healed.
AVOID running water directly on your face while showering.
It is best to try and AVOID strenuous exercise and sweating until skin is completely healed.
AVOID procedures, such as facials, hair removal, microdermabrasion and lasers until skin is fully healed.
Sylfirm Microneedling w/ Radiofrequency
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Avoid self-tanning lotions or sprays for 7 days prior to the procedure
Avoid sun exposure the day prior
At least 24 hours prior- stop using Retin-A or any other skin care products that contain retinol.
At least 24 hours prior- discontinue any other skincare abrasive products (exfoliants)
Avoid blood thinning products 1-2 days prior if able - alcohol, Motrin/Advil, fish oils, MCT oil
Allow time between facial fillers (2-4 weeks) and Botox (1-2 weeks) before receiving Sylfirm X
Wait at least 2-4 weeks before or after laser treatments, or microdermabrasion treatments
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If you are prone to cold sores, please let us know at your appointment
Dress in loose-fitting clothing that allows your skin care provider to work freely on your neck, face and
Chest – also note that clothing may become dirty during treatment
Please come to your appointment without any face or eye makeup, and if working on the scalp
Have freshly washed hair and no hair products
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Sleep on a clean pillowcase
If using a mask, a clean mask daily
Do not let pets lick your face.
For most, there is very minimal downtime, however, redness, swelling, tiny scabs, or blisters can happen.
Apply suggested post-treatment products as your skin care provider has advised for the time period
We Recommend-
Wash the treated area(s) gently before bed in a clean sink with lukewarm water and clean hands (avoid washcloths), splashing water to gently remove any cleanse
Avoid touching or rubbing the treated area(s) or letting pets lick them
Apply SPF of at least 30 in the days following your treatment (but not the day of)
During the first two (2) days following treatment, care should be taken to prevent trauma to the treated
Treatment Site:
Avoid hot baths, massage, irritating skin care products or exfoliants, etc. The skin should be kept
Clean to avoid contamination or infection
Wait 1-2 weeks before using Retin-A (tretinoin), Renova, Differin, Tazorac, products containing glycolic/salicylic acids, or any exfoliating agents (e.g., a Clarisonic Brush)
Makeup can be applied 12 hours after treatment.
Avoid prolonged sun exposure or use of a tanning bed for at least two weeks after the treatment, as the skin that was treated will be more sensitive to the sun after your treatment.
Tiny scabs (of less than 1 mm in diameter) may form 24-72 hours post-treatment and may remain for several days. The scabs should not be touched or scratched (even if they itch) and should be allowed to shed naturally.
You may have mild swelling for 1-3 days after your treatment. Patients may apply an icepack (NOT direct ice) to the irritated area for 1-2 days in approximately 15- minute sessions 3-4 times per day.
Redness for 1-3 days is common. After 12 hours post-procedure, the patient may apply a hydrocortisone cream 3-4 times per day to reduce redness if needed.
With Sylfirm X, it’s perfectly normal to experience the following:
Some swelling, tenderness, and a sensation of warmth (lasting 3-7 days)
Redness, crustiness, and possible oozing (lasting 3-7 days)
Microneedling & Wild Moon Glow
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Discontinue the use of Retin A, Retinols, Vitamin A creams, and other topical medications for 3-5 days before your microneedling treatment.
Please reschedule your appointment if you have an active herpes/cold sore breakout in the treatment area.
Recommend at least 4 weeks between microneedling sessions, and at least 2 weeks between skin-infusion treatments
No active sunburn on the day of treatment
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Sleep on a clean pillowcase
No sunscreen OR makeup for at least 4 hours following treatment, ideally 12 hours
Skincare: Gentle wash, moisturizer if needed. Also, recommend antioxidants and growth factors serums - can be purchased at Wild Moon Collective.
Apply sunscreen daily.
After 48 to 72 hours following treatment, you can return to your regular skin care regimen.
Avoid alcohol-based toners for 10-14 days as well as excessive sun exposure for 10 days.
No strenuous workouts for 24 hours, no saunas or hot tubs for 48 hours.
* For treatment of acne scars and for skin rejuvenation, usually 5-8 treatments are recommended as well as combining with chemical peels.
* For management of stretch marks and surgical or keloid scars usually up to 8-10 treatments are required, spaced apart every 5-6 weeks. More time in between treatments is suggested due to the aggressive trauma to the skin, allowing proper recovery time to avoid over-stimulation. If scars/stretch marks are 6 months old or younger, less time in between treatments is okay.