• The use of accutane or oral isotretinoin in the past 6-12 months. 

• The use of prescription Keratolytics within the past 7 days including Retin-A/Renova, Tretinoin, Azelex (Azelaic Acid), Tazorac (Tazarotene), or Differin (Adapalene). 

• The current use of Hydrocortisone.

• The use of the sauna before or after your treatment. 

• The current treatment for severe systemic or autoimmune conditions. You must consult with your physician prior to your treatment. 

• Known Allergies or Sensitivities to some products or ingredients

• The current treatment for facial skin disease or severe conditions by a dermatologist

• History of Radiation to the region.

• Laser Resurfacing or prior chemical peels or microdermabrasion within the past 2-4 weeks that may cause over-exfoliation or a skin reaction/ sensitivity.

• Herpes Simplex or active outbreak/infection (consult with a physician)

• History of Hypertrophic Scar Formation

• Pregnancy and/or Breast Feeding 

• Recent Cosmetic Injections within 1 week of treatment

• Any recent cosmetic surgeries ( consult with a physician) 

• Obsessive disorders that include picking the skin

• Some peels might not be right for Diabetics ( Consult with a physician) 

• Sun Burns or Wind Burns

• Open Sores, broken skin, Suspicious blemishes, bleeding, or basal cell carcinoma

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Precautions

 

• Resurfacing treatments can cause increased sensitivity to the skin depending on the client’s skin type/condition and their current at home regimen. Side effects may include (but are not limited to): stinging, itching, irritation, redness, swelling, tightness, peeling, and/or scabbing of the skin. 

• Avoid all sun exposure, tanning beds, saunas, hot baths/showers, and hot tubs before and after. Only bathe and wash your face with warm water and a pH balanced cleanser. Do NOT pick, rub, or scrub the skin. This can lead to scarring and skin damage. 

• Avoid all waxing and depilatories for 1 week before and up to 7 days after your treatment. Do not shave for at least 24 hours before and 48 hours after your treatment. 

• Discontinue the use of any exfoliants, glycolic acid, AHA/BHA, and/or benzoyl peroxide ingredients for at least 24 hours before and 5-7 days after any resurfacing treatments. 

• Discontinue the use of prescription vitamin A Keratolytic drugs for 7 days before and after treatment. 

• SPF is recommended daily both before and after your treatment or hyperpigmentation and skin damage may occur. We recommend using an SPF 50 and/or something with HEV/Blue Light and Environmental protection such as our COOLA 360 products. 

• If receiving a chemical peel, remove your contact lenses before the treatment. 

• Peels aren’t for everyone. You are required to disclose any known allergies or sensitivities to products or skincare ingredients via intake form and/or consultation with our staff prior to your treatment. 

• Your esthetician may choose not to complete this treatment due to health history, active allergies/sensitivities, skin type/condition, or other concerns from your intake process and may ask you to either reschedule your peel/microdermabrasion or consult with a physician before receiving a resurfacing treatment at Vela. 

• Your esthetician will recommend a post treatment regimen. For stronger peels and depending on your skin, certain post treatment kits/ products may be mandatory.