Your skin has just been through a professional chemical peel treatment — how you care for it in the days that follow will directly impact your results. Please follow these guidelines to support healthy healing and get the most from your treatment. Learn more about our professional chemical peel treatments in Brisbane.
It’s normal to experience some redness, tightness, and mild sensitivity immediately after your treatment. Depending on the peel type and strength, you may notice light flaking or peeling beginning anywhere from day 2 to day 5 — this is your skin shedding its outer layers to reveal the fresh, renewed skin beneath. Stronger peels such as Jessner may produce more visible peeling than lighter options like lactic or glycolic.
Cleanse with a gentle, non-active, fragrance-free cleanser twice daily. Avoid anything foaming, exfoliating, or medicated on the skin until fully healed. Pat dry — never rub.
Keeping the skin hydrated is essential during the healing process. Apply a calming, fragrance-free moisturiser regularly throughout the day to support the skin barrier and minimise tightness or discomfort. Ask your clinician about the Skinjex range — our dermal therapists can recommend the most suitable products for your skin post-peel.
This is one of the most important rules. Allow any flaking or peeling to shed naturally — picking, rubbing, or forcibly removing skin can cause scarring, post-inflammatory pigmentation, and uneven results. Let the process happen on its own.
Your skin is significantly more vulnerable to UV damage after a peel. Apply a broad-spectrum SPF 50+ every morning without fail, and reapply throughout the day if you’re spending time outdoors. Sun exposure on freshly treated skin is one of the leading causes of pigmentation issues post-peel — particularly relevant living in Queensland. Clients concerned about pigmentation or sun damage may also benefit from exploring our pigmentation treatment options in Brisbane. We recommend AiryDay SPF for a lightweight, comfortable daily option.
Do not reintroduce retinols, vitamin A, AHAs, BHAs, or any other exfoliating actives until the skin has fully settled — typically 7–14 days depending on the peel. Reintroducing these too soon can cause irritation and compromise your results. Your clinician will advise when it’s safe to resume your regular routine.
For at least 48–72 hours post-treatment, avoid saunas, steam rooms, hot showers, vigorous exercise, and anything that causes heavy sweating. Heat increases inflammation and can worsen redness or sensitivity in freshly treated skin.
Give your skin time to breathe. If you need to wear makeup, wait at least 24 hours and use clean, non-comedogenic products. Avoid anything with fragrance, heavy coverage, or exfoliating ingredients directly after your peel.
Do not book waxing, threading, skin needling, laser, or any other skin treatments on the area until your skin has fully recovered. Combining treatments too soon can lead to unnecessary sensitivity and skin damage.
If you have a history of cold sores, be vigilant in the days following a Jessner or stronger peel. The exfoliation process can occasionally trigger an outbreak in susceptible individuals. If you notice any early tingling or signs of a breakout, contact your clinician promptly.
The best results from chemical peels are seen over a course of treatments. Your clinician will recommend the ideal treatment frequency for your skin and concerns — most clients benefit from a series of peels spaced 3–4 weeks apart. To maintain and enhance your results, ask your dermal therapist about the Skinjex skincare range, tailored to support your skin between appointments. You can also explore our broader range of skin treatments available at Injex Clinics Brisbane. How long does peeling last after a chemical peel?
Mild flaking or peeling may begin between days 2–5 depending on the peel type and individual skin sensitivity. Stronger peels may result in more visible peeling than lighter exfoliation treatments. Learn more about our professional chemical peel treatments in Brisbane. Can I wear makeup after a chemical peel?
It’s best to arrive with clean, product-free skin so your clinician can properly prepare the treatment area. When can I use retinol after a chemical peel?
Avoid retinol, AHAs, BHAs and other active skincare ingredients until the skin has fully healed — typically around 7–14 days depending on the treatment and your skin sensitivity. Your clinician will advise when it’s appropriate to resume active skincare products. Is SPF necessary after a chemical peel?
Yes. Freshly exfoliated skin is more vulnerable to UV exposure, pigmentation, and sensitivity following a chemical peel treatment. Daily SPF 50+ is essential during recovery, particularly in Queensland’s high UV environment. Clients concerned about pigmentation or sun damage may also benefit from exploring our pigmentation treatment options. What should I avoid after a chemical peel?
After a chemical peel, avoid excessive sun exposure, active skincare ingredients, vigorous exercise, saunas, steam rooms, exfoliating products, and other skin treatments until the skin has fully healed. Following proper aftercare instructions can help minimise irritation and support healthy skin recovery. How often should you get a chemical peel?
Treatment frequency depends on your skin concerns, skin type, and the type of peel performed. Many clients benefit from a series of chemical peels spaced approximately 3–4 weeks apart. You can also explore our broader range of skin treatments available at Injex Clinics Brisbane. Can chemical peels help with pigmentation?
Chemical peels may assist with the appearance of pigmentation, uneven skin tone, congestion, and sun damage in some individuals. Treatment suitability varies depending on your skin type and concerns, which is why a professional consultation is recommended. Can I exercise after a chemical peel?
It’s best to avoid vigorous exercise, excessive sweating, hot yoga, saunas, and steam rooms for at least 48–72 hours after your treatment. Heat and sweating can increase inflammation and worsen redness or sensitivity during the healing process. Should you wish to contact us for more information or anything in regards to your upcoming appointment, please do so by calling/texting 0468 364 222 or emailing brisbane@injexclinics.com.
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