Pigment Peel X/ VitaG Peel Protocol
Gel based peels allow more control over depth and saturation of peel. The magic behind both of these peels is you get to choose how far you wanna take it. The scary part is, they are not peels that you can take your eye off of , not even for a second .
Contraindications• Laser resurfacing within last 6 months• Accutane within one year• Hypersensitivity• Dry, dehydrated skin• Pregnancy or nursing• Herpetic breakout (cold sore)• Open wounds or suspicious lesions• Higher concentrations not recommended for skin types V and VI
Possible complications• Irritation• Pigmentary changes can occur• Possibility of scarring (rare) Sensitivity, Medical conditions, and medications• Review client medical history.• Perform cutaneous examination.• Must be off accutane for 6 months.• Must be off topical vitamin A for 3 days.• If predisposed to cold sores, start regimen of Zovirax or valtrex prior to and during the peel.• Perform a patch test to check tolerance• If taking medications that makes skin photosensitive, you may have problems with PIH.• Check for uncontrolled medical conditions such as diabetes.
Skin Preparation is a vital step in order to maximize the efficiency of a chemical peel. The amount of preparation is dependent on skin type and condition. Preparation can impact penetration of the peeling agent and the overall efficiency of the peel. Preparation can also decrease the potential to develop post peel complications. It is ideal for you to have your clients skin prepped 2-4 weeks before peel with the pigment peel kits
Application
Cleanse face
degrease skin with Purely Primed
Choose depth of peel
Deep 1 ml 3-5 mins
Medium .5 ml 2-3 mins
Micro .25 ml
2. Shake the bottle for a few seconds
3. Using a syringe, draw up chosen amount of the product for the treatment
- 4. Apply peel solution in a pre-determined areas rubbing in solution until it is completely absorbed. starting at forehead, moving around to the temples, cheeks, chin, and
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****if your opting for deep or medium be sure to observe level of frosting or erythema
wipe down with cool water (peels are self neutralizing) - Apply renew or barrier gel
- After stinging subsides. Apply thin layer of moisturizer and spf of your choice
Post Peel Care • Use pigment peel kits and light layer of moisturizer 2 x daily. Medium depth peels can be performed in 4-6 week intervals.
**broad spectrum sunscreen should be reapplied every 2-3 hours **
Schedule a follow up visit with client
**shelf life of chemical peels 1 year