TCA peel Amsterdam

To carry out the treatment safely and effectively, we ask you to keep the following in mind:

We recommend preparing the skin about 2 weeks before the peel with a peel booster or another product we personally advise. Stop using retinol, acids and other exfoliating ingredients 1 week before the treatment. A well-prepared skin can support the treatment and shorten the recovery time.

• ✓Come to the appointment with clean skin. The treatment area should be free of make-up, body lotion, deodorant and other skin products.
• ✓Throughout the treatment course, use only the products we have advised, unless otherwise discussed.
• ✓Do not use products with irritating ingredients, such as acids, retinol or exfoliants, for 1 week before the treatment.
• ✓Do not scrub the skin in the days before and after the treatment.
• ✓Are you using new medication or antibiotics? Always let us know.
• ✓Is the skin irritated, damaged or inflamed in the treatment area? Then contact us in advance.

After the treatment the skin may feel warm, red, tight or stinging. This is a normal skin reaction after a TCA peel.

In the days after the treatment the skin may become dry, feel tight, darken and start to peel. This often happens within 3 to 7 days after the treatment. Do not pull at loose flakes or peeling skin. This can disrupt the healing process and damage the skin. Loose flakes may be carefully trimmed off if needed.

Pigment may first become darker after the treatment. This is because the peeling brings the pigmentation up to the surface. Your body will then clear the pigment on its own. After about 14 to 21 days the pigment usually lightens.

Beneath the peeling the skin may be slightly red/pink. This is the new, fragile skin. Protect this skin extra well with SPF 50+.

Important:

• ✓Do not pull at loose flakes or peeling skin.
• ✓Do not scrub the skin while it is still healing.
• ✓Do not use products with active ingredients such as acids, retinol or exfoliants, unless we have advised otherwise.
• ✓Do not wear make-up while the skin feels sensitive or open.
• ✓Avoid sauna, swimming pool, jacuzzi and intensive exercise while the skin is still red, warm or sensitive.
• ✓Protect the skin daily with SPF 50+.

Aftercare

After the treatment it is important to nourish the skin well and allow it to heal calmly. Use only the products we have advised.

For recovery, use a product from your personal product advice. The recommended cream supports the skin's recovery and helps calm the skin barrier.

For the first 24 hours, use only the products we have advised. After that you can usually use your own mild skin products again once the skin feels closed and calm. Products with acids, retinol or other exfoliating ingredients may only be used after at least one week and only once the skin has fully healed, unless we personally advise otherwise.

Unsure whether you may use a product? Then always contact us first.

After a TCA peel the skin is temporarily more sensitive to UV radiation. We therefore advise you to be very careful with sun exposure during the treatment course and not to use a sunbed. Avoid sun and sunbeds for 4-6 weeks before and after the treatment.

Avoid direct sun exposure. If the skin is sun-tanned, we cannot carry out the treatment safely and the practitioner may decide to postpone it.

Going outside anyway? Then use SPF 50+ daily. On sunny days we advise reapplying sunscreen every two hours. With prolonged sun exposure, sunscreen alone is not always sufficient. Then make sure the treated area is also well protected or covered with a cap or hat.

Well-protected skin supports the healing process and reduces the risk of pigment shifts or irritation.

Every skin responds differently to treatments. The average number of treatments we mention on the website or during the intake is therefore always an indication.

Factors such as skin type, skin condition, lifestyle, hormones, medication, sun exposure, product use and following advice can affect the final result. In sommige gevallen zijn meer behandelingen nodig dan vooraf verwacht.

The result achieved may also be temporary. Depending on the skin indication, maintenance treatments may be needed to keep the result looking good.

Because every skin and bodily reaction is unique, we cannot guarantee an exact end result or the number of treatments required.

Pregnancy

Are you pregnant or breastfeeding? Please let us know. TCA peels must not be used during pregnancy and/or breastfeeding. In that case we temporarily pause the treatment course.