Chemical peels are used to treat a variety of skin concerns, including fine lines and wrinkles, hyper-pigmentation, or discoloration, as well as smooth out skin’s texture.

With three degrees of depth (light, medium, or deep), the chemical agents and solutions range in their ability to exfoliate the skin and penetrate the various layers to achieve these varying results based on their unique ingredients and techniques.

No matter what depth of peel is used, the basic mechanism of chemical peels is to provide a chemical exfoliation that dissolves the “mortar” that exists between our skin cells (the bricks), and remove the layers of dead skin to trigger a controlled injury response that results in the reveal of a more youthful, bright, and even-toned complexion. ​

*Retinoid use within 3 days prior to the chemical peel.

(Using Herbal Skin Solutions Retinol is okay post-peel to enhance the peeling effects)

*Herpes simplex virus

*Accutane use within 6 months

*Compromised skin, rosacea, eczema, or psoriasis is present

*Allergies to nuts or any other ingredient found in HSS peels

*Regular sun exposure (surfing, sun bathing, beach bunny, avid hiker..you get the picture)

*Client should avoid direct sun exposure and tanning beds for at least 4 weeks pre and post treatment. SPF 30+ UVA/UVB Broad spectrum is a must daily, even if you're only getting in and out of the car.

*Client should avoid waxing, Retin-A, chemical peels and harsh exfoliants 3-5 days prior to treatment.

*Client should avoid injections, fillers and Botox 2 weeks prior to treatment.

*Client should avoid microblading, permanent makeup procedures, IPL, laser or cosmetic surgeries at least 1 month prior to and following treatment.

*Client should avoid working out the day of treatment and days following until all redness and sensitivity completely subsides.

*If you are prone to Herpes Simplex/cold sores, please seek your medical care provider for an antiviral prescription to avoid any breakouts post treatment.

*It’s important that you don’t generate any additional heat during the first 48 hours. Because layers of your skin have just been exfoliated off, exposing a fresh new layer, your skin will be more susceptible to burning. Avoid exercise and hot baths.

*Avoid the use of harsh exfoliants or active cleansers (benzoyl peroxide or salicyclic acid) for 2 weeks after treatment. Avoid topical medications such as Ziana, Atralin and Differen for 10 days following your treatment. If skin begins to flake and peel, do not pull, scrub or pick at skin. This will lead to damage of the skin.

Day 1: Skin will be erythematous and flushed after treatment, depending on the intensity of treatment. You experience some flaking, but generally there is no peeling associated with the Kino by Kimie Professional Peels. Skin may feel tight and dry. Skin is sensitized to UVA/UVB rays.

Day 2: A red or pink hue may persist like moderate sunburn. Skin may feel dry and tight. The treated area will be sensitized to UVA/UVB rays. Wear moisturizer and broad spectrum sunscreen w/ minimum SPF 30 the following day.

Day 3: Skin can be pink or normal color. The skin can feel dry and/or tight. A slight outbreak of acne or milia (tiny white bumps) is possible. Light flaking can occur in about three days and will be replaced with fresh new skin. Keep skin well hydrated but misting hydrating toner throughout the day and reapply SPF every 3 hours.