Planet Eden Glycolic Acid Skin Peel with Retinol Hyaluronic Acid Serum

1 oz glycolic peel, 1 oz Retinol Serum, fan brush and detailed instructions

• Q. What does a glycolic acid peel feel like?
• A: For most some slight stinging or burning sensation, the higher the strength the more intense the burning sensation feels. Have a fan near you to stand in front to help lower the intensity.
• Q. My skin is not peeling, did I do something wrong?
• A. No! Your skin will most likely not "peel" in the sense that layers of skin are being shed off like after a real bad sunburn. The term peeling is a micro process you can't see, peeling starts deep within the layers of the skin. Your skin will shed years of dead buildup and stimulate collagen (helps wrinkles).
• Q. I have never done a peel before, what strength do I need?
• A. Start with nothing higher than a 40% peel, work your way up to a higher strength and let your skin adapt to the acids. remember ALL acids can be diluted with a water to help weaken the acid.
• Q. My teenager has severe acne, what strength do you recommend?
• A. 30% to 50% to start with, remember to start low and see how your teenagers skin tolerates the acid. At first it may look as if it is making it worse but give it time, as your skin is not used to strong acids. Slowly give a peel 1x per week then increase to 2x's per week until results are satisfactory.
• Q. How long do you recommend leaving the glycolic acid on your skin?
• A. First timers should try for no more than 3 minutes (or less), testing their skins tolerance. As you use the acid your skin will let you know the time it can tolerate the product. I do not recommend anything over 10 minutes (especially with the advanced strengths). Leaving on long periods of time can cause blistering.
• Q. Can I add this to my moisturizer?
• A. Yes! Lower strength peels are safe to add into a cream ( a few drops is good) to give your favorite moisturizer a little boost!
• Q. What can I expect after the peel?
• A. Depending on your skins tolerance your skin will be slightly red or VERY red! Some light flaking usually occurs with the stronger strength. Before doing the peel purchase some gentle cleansers and moisturizers ( Cetaphil). ABSOLUTELY wear a high SPF when outdoors, your skin will be very sensitive to the sun for a few days to several weeks afterwards. Do not do a peel before you know you will be sunbathing or be exposed to the sun for many hours (wear a hat to shield your skin).
• Q. Can the glycolic acid be used somewhere else besides the face?
• A. ABSOLUTELY! You can use the acid anywhere you have skin damage or concerns. I have found using the acid on my hands has gotten rid of sun spots and scars!

Legal Disclaimer: Information provided within this listing is intended to be used as general information-only and is in no way intended to replace medical advice, is not to be used as a medical treatment program, nor to diagnose or cure of any disease or medical condition. Always consult with a qualified physician for medical advice. You are solely responsible for the use and misuse of products offered and for all actions and consequences of that use or misuse. Because each person's skin is unique, we make no warranties, expressed or implied, regarding the effectiveness of products. You are using products listed at your sole risk and are responsible for all actions and consequences of use and misuse. Always patch test products before use.

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 Misuse of chemical products can cause injury and burns.

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FDA - Sun Sensitivity Alert
 Clients need to be aware that by using glycolic acid and other peeling products, your skin will be more photo-sensitive than normal. It is recommended that you use a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15, preferably SPF 30 or higher, after using skin peel products. The FDA recommends using an SPF for one week post-peel.

Side Effects and Contraindications

FDA - Sun Sensitivity Alert
Clients need to be aware that by using glycolic acid and other peeling products, your skin will be more photo-sensitive than normal. It is recommended that you use a sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15, preferably SPF 30 or higher, after using skin peel products. The FDA recommends using an SPF for one week post-peel.

 

NORMAL SIDE EFFECTS:

* Swelling

* Redness/soreness of application area

* Rashing/flaking/peeling (peeling generally starts the 3rd-5th day)

* Temporary darkening of skin (once peeling starts these will (in most cases) dissapear). Exposing your skin to the sun after an acid application can cause temporary or possibly permaneant darkening of the skin.

* Frosting (TCA can cause this) of the skin

* Blemishes/acne may occur follwing a skin peel as the pores are being deeply cleansed by acids - this is NORMAL

*Sensitivity to the sun and other products - Other skin products may burn or feel uncomfortable to use immediately following a peel. 

It is extremely important to remember that a chemical peel is the willful application of an ACID to produce a controlled injury to the skin. By intentionally causing “damage”, ythe acids cause the outermost layers of the epidermis to slough off to reveal newer, fresher skin. WARNING: If you are at all unsure about any aspects of using this product, DO NOT proceed. By purchasing and using this product, you do so at your own discretion and assume all liability for the outcome.

YOU SHOULD NOT USE A CHEMICAL PEEL IF:

• You are currently taking Accutane or have done so within the past twelve months

* Darker skin types should avoid TCA as rare removal of melanin can occur (white patches). 

• You are pregnant or nursing - consult your Dr.

• You have a tendency to form keloid scars

• You have a sexually transmitted disease such as herpes, HIV/AIDS, or a similar condition

• You are undergoing cancer treatments, including chemotherapy and/or radiation

• You do not understand the process of a peel, are not willing to follow the post peel regime, or do not take the time to properly educate yourself about which solution or solution strength should be used;

• You expect instant results - Skin peels are a progressive treatment and multiple applications are recommended to acheive a goal. 

• You have been treated with a hair-removal system in the past two to three days

DO NOT USE A CHEMICAL PEEL IF YOU HAVE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING:

• Skin Allergies

• Sunburn

• Broken Skin

• Skin Grafts

• Open Wounds/Lesions

• Recent Surgery

• Inflamed Skin

ANY skin diseases (eczema, dermatitis, melasma, Psoriasis..etc) should be consulted with a Doctor prior to applying acids.