Professional Use:
1. Cleanse the skin thoroughly with Medicalia’s Gentle Cleanser and Gentle Toner. Blot dry.
2. Cover eyes with small eye pads moist with cool water. Pads should completely adhere to eyelids.
3. Soak a textured gauze pad with a small quantity of Medicalia’s Peel Prep Solution and rub vigorously on the skin, concentrating on areas of concern for a preparatory micro-abrasion and to enhance the surface exposure of the peel. Do not rinse the skin.
4. Pour one teaspoon (5ml) of Retinol & Hexylresorcinol Peel in a cup.
5. Using a cotton tip applicator, apply a thin layer evenly over face with medium pressure, especially on areas of concern. Lastly, apply on neck area if needed. Allow product to stay on skin for 3 – 15min (shorter time frame for 1st time application is recommended depending on skin type, condition, and tolerance). You may need to fan the treated areas if the patient experiences tingling or stinging sensations. Monitor peel progress on the skin continuously. If deep erythema or frosting (blanching) develops, or if the patient feels too uncomfortable with the peel, rinse treated areas with cold or icy water and immediately follow with Neutralizing Gel.
6. When the peel’s time is up, rinse it off thoroughly using pads soaked in cold water.
7. Apply Neutralizing Gel all over treated skin. Using damp fingertips with cold water, work the gel gently all over the skin. Wait 2 minutes and then rinse the Neutralizing Gel thoroughly with cold water. Blot dry.
8. For best results and to speed up the peeling process, do not apply a moisturizer.
Special Notes
• Intended to be administered by a physician or licensed aesthetician only. Advise the patient the skin will darken and visibly peel for a few days post treatment.
• If any erythema develop’s on skin even if only after 2 or 3min the skin has had enough and its time to remove, especially if it’s the clients 1st time to have these peels. Great results will be seen even if peel is on skin for just 2 – 3 min.
• It is highly recommended that the patient avoid wearing makeup for 24 hours post-peel.
• No topical prescriptions should be used until the skin has completely peeled off.
• Avoid direct and incidental sun exposure throughout the peeling process and after the peel.
• Avoid application of any skin care product(s) containing acids during and after the peel (as long as the skin shows any signs of sensitivity).
• On the days following the peel, treated areas must be cleansed only with the Gentle Cleanser. No moisturizer is needed, but Medicalia’s Post-Operative Cream may be used in special cases if the patient experiences excessive skin tightness, pruritus (itching), or irritation. Use and application timing depends on the patient’s skin type, tolerance, and sensitivity. Professional judgement is always imperative.
• This peel formula should be applied by an experienced professional or under a doctor’s supervision. Once the peel is applied, do not leave patient unattended at any time. For safety reasons, gloves must be worn throughout the treatment. For best results, advise patient not to apply moisturizers at home unless strictly necessary.
Strictly adhere to all of the above recommendations to assure a safe application. Subsequent or adverse reactions due to the misuse of any Medicalia peel are the sole responsibility of the professional performing the treatment.
Caution for ALL Medicalia Peels
Questions to Ask your Client
1. Have you had recent sun exposure? Tanning beds?
2. Are you currently using Retin-A®, or any other topicals?
3. Are you currently taking Accutane®?
4. Are you currently using any antibiotics?
5. Do you have a past history of skincare problems?
6. Have you had any waxing, laser, or peels performed recently?
7. Are you currently using any products containing alcohol?
8. Are you currently using an exfoliating cleanser/product?
9. Have you recently experienced any skin sensitivity?
10. Do you have any allergies that you are aware of?
Inform your Client too
• Refrain from all sun exposure during the peel treatment series, and for 2 weeks after the completed peeling treatment series.
• Refrain from mixing different product brands, and use only the recommended home care products.
• Use only Medicalia water-soluble, alcohol-free cleansers, and other Medicalia products recommended by a physician.
• Avoid exfoliating cleansers/products.
• Discontinue the use of any Retin A® (Tretinoin) or retinoid-based product 2 weeks prior to commencing the peeling treatment series. Retin A® use can be resumed 1 week after completing the peeling series.
• Peeling series can commence 6 months after discontinuing the use of Accutane®.
• Completely avoid sun exposure, cold wind, and drastically hot/cold weather.
• Sunscreen must be used between/after treatment series. Skin subject to pigmentation must use a maximum strength sunscreen. SPF 30 is recommended.
• Avoid applying any skincare product on the same day of peeling treatment.
• Avoid salon treatments such as hair perms, color dyes, or other chemically-based treatments for 3 days after treatment.
For the Therapist
• Carefully examine the skin for any irritability, redness, or existing lesions.
• Apply peel only on overall healthy skin, and healthy hyperpigmented areas. In case of doubt, refrain from application. Do not apply on presently peeled or laser-treated skin.
• Carefully observe the patient’s skin after application.
• For sensitive skin, peel duration should not exceed 5 minutes.
• For other skin types, peel duration should not exceed 10 minutes.
• If patient experiences a “burning or intolerant sensation”, immediately remove peel with cool water, and apply neutralizer.
• Do not perform any type of facial treatment in conjunction with peels.
• Do not utilize a Steamer, High Frequency or Galvanic Machine with peels.
• Apply peels as a stand alone treatment.
• Do not wax the skin before or after a peel. Shaving of a beard is permitted if performed at least 4 hours prior to peeling treatment.
• Apply peels in a very thin, even layer all over face and neck; do not overlap.
• Carefully apply the peel 1/2 an inch away from the eyes.
• Protect mucous membranes: apply a small quantity of the Gentle Cream on nostril openings and delicate lip areas.
• Protect eyes: cover eyes with properly-shaped pads moistened with water. Pads should completely adhere to the eyeslids.
• Peels can be applied 1-2 times per week for a maximum of six applications (during a three week period).
• Do not exceed two applications per week.
• The peel treatment series can be repeated twice per year.
• The Medicalia CCH Mask is recommended after every peel application.
• Peels must not be applied on children under 16 years of age. Intended for use by a physician or licensed aesthetician only.
• All above recommendations should be followed for a safe application.
• Subsequent or adverse reactions due to the misuse of a Medicalia peel are the sole responsibility of the professional performing the treatment
