I would also like to no the best products to use. after spending the time to do a peel I want to feed it with all the good stuff giving it the best product to feed (is cooper good any recommendations
Thank you
please could give give me a after care program aftercTCA peel or Minimalisr peel I’m not sure in aftercare, also I’m not sure of the strength of the MinimList compared to the TCA which I use 50mls
Hello. I have “googled” and see this peel as an Ordinary peel. It is 32% and has a very HIGH pH level of 3.4-3.8. That is extremely high and makes this a very very mild peel. Every pH level is 10x stronger than the previous.
Ours is a 2.1. That is 10x stronger than a 3.1. So even if you compared our glycolic 30 to theirs, there is no comparison in strength. We consider our glycolic 30 one of our mildest peels.
A glycolic peel and a TCA peel are miles apart. They are not applied the same. TCA is a layered peel. It will progress much deeper in the skin, as a glycolic is only a surface level peel. If you are looking for a deeper peel, the TCA 7 would be a nice way to move to a next level.
Aftercare for peels of any kind – Healing oil such as emu oil or Essentials healing blend until dryness and/or shedding has completed. SPF 50 if you are going outdoors and shade face with a hat.
Meaning the Lactic acid cleanser being an acid cleanser I am not sure whether this is suitable the day after my peel. All my other products should be fine along with finishing off with a few drops these oils (Emu oil & Healing Oil). What cleanser should I use ?
Generally speaking any of our cleansers are just fine to use after a peel – I know I do! But, if your skin is more sensitive, then absolutely choose a mild cleanser like a cetaphil.
Once your skin is all done with the shedding process you can go back to your normal routine.
Dream Peel isn’t a chemical peel and anyone can use it. The biggest thing is to follow the recommendations and start with 1 night if you are sensitive. Next time do 2 nights… and 3 nights in the future.
I’m very interested in these products but I have a biopsy report pending to see if I have melanoma. It’s not looking good but I’m waiting to hear before I can do anything new to my face.
I use jessner peel & tca 15 my skin It starts to peel but when my face is finished peeling I start to have red and dark spot around my chain and my cheek area.
Many people are more aggressive to certain areas of their faces on a daily basis. Cheeks, chin and forehead are always Scrubbed Harder usually when the face is being washed for example. Try to be a bit more gentle when you know you are going to be doing a peel in the next week. Another thought for you is to do 1 or 2 LESS layers to those areas knowing that you are more aggressive usually and they are thinner.
We do not want you to use acids (tretinoin or Vitamin C) after peels. Wait until the skin is completely done flaking before you go back to your normal regimen again.
At pm I use routinely my niacrnemide, Retin A 0.1%, tranacemic acid or spot cream with hydroqunone, hyalaruna acid, moisturizer.
At am hyalaruna acid, vit C, alpha arbutin, spot cream, moisturizer or snail mucin. I had been doing this for years. My melasma is not that bad but I want it completely gone. Please help. Skin type dry (tan Asian)
Hello. I would suggest adding a peel into your monthly regimen. Something like Jessners at 2 layers could greatly help this. *You can add more layers moving forward each month if you wish. You must prep Asian skin with a melanin inhibitor for at least 4 weeks – of which you are doing now with the alpha arbutin, HQ and tranexamic acid. So your skin is ready.
Another option is a milder peel such as the Mandelic 40 2x per month. EO Week. Much milder with pretty much Zero Social Downtime. Just some dryness for a few days.
Hi. I’ve done jessners peels (2 layers) before and I’ve loved them. I’m ready to do them myself and even go up to a tca. I have olive skin (Italian/Spanish) and I get many spots in the summer even though I use spf religiously. Melasma was bad after having kids too.
My question is. Will using retinoids and niacinamide be enough to prevent a post inflammatory hipepigmentstion? The only time I did the Jessners I used hydroquinone 6 weeks before but I would prefer not to do that.
I’ve never had a pigmentation other than in the summer. Thanks so much. Im 43 years young.
We suggest using those AND most importantly a Melanin Inhibitor like Fade Bright. Also … if you are spending time outdoors, you need more than just SPF 1x per day. Use SPF 50 + and apply enough. 1/4 tsp is a lot. You should feel like to put on too much if you are applying enough. Then REapply. Invest in a wide brim hat as well. Shade your face.
HOW MUCH SHOULD YOU APPLY TO GET THE CORRECT SPF COVERAGE?
SPF isn’t going to give you the protection that is specifies on the tube unless you are applying enough of the cream to get the coverage you need! Do not skimp on this. Most will end up applying more than they “think” they need!
For your face/neck/tops of ears, a 1/4 tsp of cream will give you the coverage and proper SPF. If you have a larger face/forehead then apply more. *upwards of a 1/2 tsp.
Grab a 1/4 tsp and fill it with your SPF the first time. See how big that dollup is and apply it. Remember that and always use the same amount.
Another great trick to measure is the Finger method. Run a line of sunscreen the entire length of your Middle Finger. = That is a correct amount of coverage. *Do you also have to cover your head? If so, make that 2 fingers worth of product.
DIRECTIONS
Apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply:
After 40 minutes of swimming or sweating
Immediately after towel drying
At least every 2 hours
how long before do we stop and how long after a tca peel do we start using the pigment prohibitor again. I am going to try a alpha arbutin serum because I already use 15% azelaic acid and .5% tretinion and don’t want to over do it
Hello. Fade Bright is a daily product that helps to lighten pigmentation and also will help to prep for a chemical peel by reducing the chances of getting PIH. It can be used 1-2x per day. For most people, you can use it right up to the day you apply your peel. Some might experience some dryness from it though, and if you are bothered by the acids/retinoids, then it is best to stop a few days prior.
Afterwards, there is a “magical time” right after you rinse OFF your peel, where specialty ingredients can penetrate wonderfully into the skin. Fade Bright is a great one to use after a TCA peel. Rinse, Apply FB and then your healing products like emu oil or essentials healing blend. Next day you may be able to apply FB as well. BUT… when your skin starts to tighten/dry… then you can stop trying to get extra benefits. 🙂 Dry, tight skin will not allow the ingredients to penetrate – and we don’t want you to Waste your product. So let your skin shed and when you are all done, you can go back to your daily regimen again.
When you say it’s good to apply Fade Bright after you rinse your peel would that be after applying Dream Peel? I have been doing TCA peels and finishing with 1 app of Dream Peel. Where would the Fade Bright fit into this immediate post peel situation. Thanks!
Hello. Only apply Fade Bright when your Peels have been washed Off of the skin. So you would not apply it with Dream Peel until the following day.
I am so excited I found you! I am a licensed esthetician, and looking forward to being able to use your peels, on me at home. Hopefully I can purchase my peels very soon. I will be calling.
Hello. Not knowing how aggressive your gloves are makes this difficult to answer. Generally speaking, we do not want to forcefully remove any skin that is still attached. *IF the skin has been peeling for 6+ days … then we can sometimes use an enzyme mask or scrub to help get those last little BITS that are hanging on … off. Gentle and not trying to irritate new, fresh skin.
If this is just a normal method that you use say – weekly? And is quite aggressive .. then I would wait until you are done flaking and then a good week more. There is really NO NEED to do more physical exfoliation after a chemical peel has removed those layers. Be gentle or you will end up with very irritated and uneven skin.
I had a Sensi peel, one pass, done recently. They also did some sort of pigment peel added into it, 4 layers. I had minimal peeling, just light flaking. When can I do a TCA peel? I want something more aggressive.
Hello. You will need to follow the recommendations from your practitioner. Basically, whenever they state that you can do another peel (that they have just performed) …. that is when you can do that, OR any other treatment. That is the “downtime” required.
I have the Mandelic and TCA peels and Dream Peel. How can I alternate these products? Can i use the TCA peel a week after using the weekly mandelic peel?
Hello. You always want to follow the recommendations of the LAST peel/treatment you applied to your face.
So after Dream Peel you will wait 30 days. Then, at that time you can do another one of THOSE, or something else like the mandelic.
After the mandelic peel you will wait 7-10 days. Then, at that time you can do another one of THOSE, or something else like the DP.
Hello, wondering about using tretinoin and pigment inhibitor after Jessners + TCA instead of using the dream peel and fade bright. I don’t have the brand’s retinoid and pigment inhibitor but I have have tretinoin and another product..
Hello. Please do Not use Tretinoin immediately after a peel. This is the ACID form of vitamin A and that is not ok. Please use a milder form if you wish to add on a booster.
Right after the peel during that *magic* time to apply specialty products, instead of fade bright can i use hydroquinone 4%? Also, should i apply a moisturizer immediately after? Is the cerave moisturizing cream safe to use even though it has hyaluronic acid?
Hi there. Certainly. I think that would be fine. As always, rinse off if it is irritating in any way. We generally recommend the healing oils (emu oil or essentials healing blend due to their properties) … but, you can certainly use any other product that you wish.
Hyaluronic acid is moisturizing – opposed to how the name makes it sound. You can use that every single day after a peel if you wish.
I like to suggest thing like: epidermal growth factors, copper peptides, Exosomes, actives like in our Dr. Platinum Potions lineup. Anything Great for your skin and NON irritating,
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Can you create a graphical timeline of aftercare with product recommendations?
This would really help.
That is a great idea Marci. We can definitely work on that. Stay tuned.
I would also like to no the best products to use. after spending the time to do a peel I want to feed it with all the good stuff giving it the best product to feed (is cooper good any recommendations
Thank you
Hello. Absolutely. We try to make this VERY easy with our Regimen Builder Tool here: https://www2.platinumskincare.com/regimen-builder/?_gl=1*32ssf1*_ga*MTQwMTM1ODMzOC4xNjc2NzMzMDI2*_ga_T2PNQVN967*MTY5ODg0MjUxMC4zOTguMS4xNjk4ODQzODg5LjQ3LjAuMA.. Just answer the questions and it will display the regimen products best for your targeted needs. You can always adjust this – it isn’t a “kit”. Just the basics for you. Reach out to us if you need help adding on more or adjusting. support@platinumskincare.com or call us M-F 9-4:20 eastern 1-800-917-3155
please could give give me a after care program aftercTCA peel or Minimalisr peel I’m not sure in aftercare, also I’m not sure of the strength of the MinimList compared to the TCA which I use 50mls
Hello. I have “googled” and see this peel as an Ordinary peel. It is 32% and has a very HIGH pH level of 3.4-3.8. That is extremely high and makes this a very very mild peel. Every pH level is 10x stronger than the previous.
Ours is a 2.1. That is 10x stronger than a 3.1. So even if you compared our glycolic 30 to theirs, there is no comparison in strength. We consider our glycolic 30 one of our mildest peels.
A glycolic peel and a TCA peel are miles apart. They are not applied the same. TCA is a layered peel. It will progress much deeper in the skin, as a glycolic is only a surface level peel. If you are looking for a deeper peel, the TCA 7 would be a nice way to move to a next level.
Aftercare for peels of any kind – Healing oil such as emu oil or Essentials healing blend until dryness and/or shedding has completed. SPF 50 if you are going outdoors and shade face with a hat.
Hi, When can I start back with my PSC am/pm routine
Meaning the Lactic acid cleanser being an acid cleanser I am not sure whether this is suitable the day after my peel. All my other products should be fine along with finishing off with a few drops these oils (Emu oil & Healing Oil). What cleanser should I use ?
Generally speaking any of our cleansers are just fine to use after a peel – I know I do! But, if your skin is more sensitive, then absolutely choose a mild cleanser like a cetaphil.
Once your skin is all done with the shedding process you can go back to your normal routine.
Dream Peel isn’t a chemical peel and anyone can use it. The biggest thing is to follow the recommendations and start with 1 night if you are sensitive. Next time do 2 nights… and 3 nights in the future.
Once any dryness or irritation/sensitivity is gone you may go back to your normal regimen. Usually 7 days is good.
I’m very interested in these products but I have a biopsy report pending to see if I have melanoma. It’s not looking good but I’m waiting to hear before I can do anything new to my face.
Hello Karen, we answered this here: https://peeluniversity.com/peel-university-live-qa-october-7th-2021/
That is always a very good idea. We want you in tip top health before you stress your body in any way.
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I use jessner peel & tca 15 my skin It starts to peel but when my face is finished peeling I start to have red and dark spot around my chain and my cheek area.
Many people are more aggressive to certain areas of their faces on a daily basis. Cheeks, chin and forehead are always Scrubbed Harder usually when the face is being washed for example. Try to be a bit more gentle when you know you are going to be doing a peel in the next week. Another thought for you is to do 1 or 2 LESS layers to those areas knowing that you are more aggressive usually and they are thinner.
Hi! How soon after the Lactic Acid peel can I use my tretinoin?
Once any dryness has subsided (or 7 days) you may go back to your normal regimen.
When should you stop using tretinoin before doing a TCA peel? Week?
Please wait 4-5 days minimum. Many will go up to a week if their skin is sensitized from the retinoid.
Can I use vitamin c serum and peptide serum during the day after tca peel and at night can I use tretnoin?
We do not want you to use acids (tretinoin or Vitamin C) after peels. Wait until the skin is completely done flaking before you go back to your normal regimen again.
At pm I use routinely my niacrnemide, Retin A 0.1%, tranacemic acid or spot cream with hydroqunone, hyalaruna acid, moisturizer.
At am hyalaruna acid, vit C, alpha arbutin, spot cream, moisturizer or snail mucin. I had been doing this for years. My melasma is not that bad but I want it completely gone. Please help. Skin type dry (tan Asian)
Hello. I would suggest adding a peel into your monthly regimen. Something like Jessners at 2 layers could greatly help this. *You can add more layers moving forward each month if you wish. You must prep Asian skin with a melanin inhibitor for at least 4 weeks – of which you are doing now with the alpha arbutin, HQ and tranexamic acid. So your skin is ready.
Another option is a milder peel such as the Mandelic 40 2x per month. EO Week. Much milder with pretty much Zero Social Downtime. Just some dryness for a few days.
Can I still use my LED red light therapy while waiting for my skin to peel? I’m using TCA 13%, 4 layers at the moment.
Hello. Absolutely. LED is safe on treated skin because it does not heat up.
Hi. I’ve done jessners peels (2 layers) before and I’ve loved them. I’m ready to do them myself and even go up to a tca. I have olive skin (Italian/Spanish) and I get many spots in the summer even though I use spf religiously. Melasma was bad after having kids too.
My question is. Will using retinoids and niacinamide be enough to prevent a post inflammatory hipepigmentstion? The only time I did the Jessners I used hydroquinone 6 weeks before but I would prefer not to do that.
I’ve never had a pigmentation other than in the summer. Thanks so much. Im 43 years young.
We suggest using those AND most importantly a Melanin Inhibitor like Fade Bright. Also … if you are spending time outdoors, you need more than just SPF 1x per day. Use SPF 50 + and apply enough. 1/4 tsp is a lot. You should feel like to put on too much if you are applying enough. Then REapply. Invest in a wide brim hat as well. Shade your face.
HOW MUCH SHOULD YOU APPLY TO GET THE CORRECT SPF COVERAGE?
SPF isn’t going to give you the protection that is specifies on the tube unless you are applying enough of the cream to get the coverage you need! Do not skimp on this. Most will end up applying more than they “think” they need!
For your face/neck/tops of ears, a 1/4 tsp of cream will give you the coverage and proper SPF. If you have a larger face/forehead then apply more. *upwards of a 1/2 tsp.
Grab a 1/4 tsp and fill it with your SPF the first time. See how big that dollup is and apply it. Remember that and always use the same amount.
Another great trick to measure is the Finger method. Run a line of sunscreen the entire length of your Middle Finger. = That is a correct amount of coverage. *Do you also have to cover your head? If so, make that 2 fingers worth of product.
DIRECTIONS
Apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply:
After 40 minutes of swimming or sweating
Immediately after towel drying
At least every 2 hours
how long before do we stop and how long after a tca peel do we start using the pigment prohibitor again. I am going to try a alpha arbutin serum because I already use 15% azelaic acid and .5% tretinion and don’t want to over do it
Hello. Fade Bright is a daily product that helps to lighten pigmentation and also will help to prep for a chemical peel by reducing the chances of getting PIH. It can be used 1-2x per day. For most people, you can use it right up to the day you apply your peel. Some might experience some dryness from it though, and if you are bothered by the acids/retinoids, then it is best to stop a few days prior.
Afterwards, there is a “magical time” right after you rinse OFF your peel, where specialty ingredients can penetrate wonderfully into the skin. Fade Bright is a great one to use after a TCA peel. Rinse, Apply FB and then your healing products like emu oil or essentials healing blend. Next day you may be able to apply FB as well. BUT… when your skin starts to tighten/dry… then you can stop trying to get extra benefits. 🙂 Dry, tight skin will not allow the ingredients to penetrate – and we don’t want you to Waste your product. So let your skin shed and when you are all done, you can go back to your daily regimen again.
When you say it’s good to apply Fade Bright after you rinse your peel would that be after applying Dream Peel? I have been doing TCA peels and finishing with 1 app of Dream Peel. Where would the Fade Bright fit into this immediate post peel situation. Thanks!
Hello. Only apply Fade Bright when your Peels have been washed Off of the skin. So you would not apply it with Dream Peel until the following day.
I am so excited I found you! I am a licensed esthetician, and looking forward to being able to use your peels, on me at home. Hopefully I can purchase my peels very soon. I will be calling.
Hello. Absolutely. We have a professional program. Please email support@platinumskincare.com so we can send you documentation.
How soon can I use exfoliating gloves after a peel?
Hello. Not knowing how aggressive your gloves are makes this difficult to answer. Generally speaking, we do not want to forcefully remove any skin that is still attached. *IF the skin has been peeling for 6+ days … then we can sometimes use an enzyme mask or scrub to help get those last little BITS that are hanging on … off. Gentle and not trying to irritate new, fresh skin.
If this is just a normal method that you use say – weekly? And is quite aggressive .. then I would wait until you are done flaking and then a good week more. There is really NO NEED to do more physical exfoliation after a chemical peel has removed those layers. Be gentle or you will end up with very irritated and uneven skin.
I had a Sensi peel, one pass, done recently. They also did some sort of pigment peel added into it, 4 layers. I had minimal peeling, just light flaking. When can I do a TCA peel? I want something more aggressive.
Hello. You will need to follow the recommendations from your practitioner. Basically, whenever they state that you can do another peel (that they have just performed) …. that is when you can do that, OR any other treatment. That is the “downtime” required.
I am a Fitzpatrick 6. I did Fade Bright for 4 weeks pre-peel. I just did 3 layers of a Jessners. How soon do I restart the Fade Bright?
You can start up with your daily regimen as soon as you are done peeling and your skin is feeling normal again.
I have the Mandelic and TCA peels and Dream Peel. How can I alternate these products? Can i use the TCA peel a week after using the weekly mandelic peel?
Hello. You always want to follow the recommendations of the LAST peel/treatment you applied to your face.
So after Dream Peel you will wait 30 days. Then, at that time you can do another one of THOSE, or something else like the mandelic.
After the mandelic peel you will wait 7-10 days. Then, at that time you can do another one of THOSE, or something else like the DP.
Hello, wondering about using tretinoin and pigment inhibitor after Jessners + TCA instead of using the dream peel and fade bright. I don’t have the brand’s retinoid and pigment inhibitor but I have have tretinoin and another product..
Hello. Please do Not use Tretinoin immediately after a peel. This is the ACID form of vitamin A and that is not ok. Please use a milder form if you wish to add on a booster.
Cant wait to try the TCA peel!
Right after the peel during that *magic* time to apply specialty products, instead of fade bright can i use hydroquinone 4%? Also, should i apply a moisturizer immediately after? Is the cerave moisturizing cream safe to use even though it has hyaluronic acid?
Hi there. Certainly. I think that would be fine. As always, rinse off if it is irritating in any way. We generally recommend the healing oils (emu oil or essentials healing blend due to their properties) … but, you can certainly use any other product that you wish.
Hyaluronic acid is moisturizing – opposed to how the name makes it sound. You can use that every single day after a peel if you wish.
Hi! What products are suggested to use during the “magical” time after TCA? After that, is it just HA/ emu/ gentle until done peeling?
Thank you!
I like to suggest thing like: epidermal growth factors, copper peptides, Exosomes, actives like in our Dr. Platinum Potions lineup. Anything Great for your skin and NON irritating,