After care must be followed thoroughly to prevent any adverse reaction. After algae peel, the skin will feel sensitive to touch, it will look pink/red and feel hot as the local skin temperature might rise up to 37 degrees. There will be a sensation of needles on the skin for 24-30 hours.

The algae peel is finished off with application of post treatment gel, it should not be washed off for 8 hours.

During the time of peeling the skin can only be washed with water, especially for the first 7 days.

Hydration:

It is very crucial to keep your skin stay hydrated, drink lots of water and apply hyaluronic acid serum twice a day for 7 days!

After the skin heals you have the option to continue to use the serum and apply it with your skin care routine.

Do Not Attempt to Peel

That can cause scarring – it is common for the skin to darken 3 to 4 days after the treatment until the peeling begins, let it fall off naturally.

Pigmentation will rise to the surface of the skin before peeling.

Keep It Cool:

No heat or steam on the area for 10 days. Avoid hot showers, saunas, and steam rooms.

Use cool or lukewarm water when washing your face.

Sun Protection:

Avoid direct sun exposure. Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30 if you need to go outside. Wear sunscreen daily, consider wearing a wide-brimmed hat or staying in the shade when outdoors.

Avoid Makeup:

Do not apply makeup for at least 24 hours post-peel to allow your skin to breathe and heal.

Avoid Exfoliation:

Do not use exfoliating products for 21 days!!! including scrubs and acid-based treatments

Avoid Harsh Products:

Refrain from using products containing retinoids, alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs), and beta hydroxy acids (BHAs).

Avoid Sweating:

Try to avoid activities that cause excessive sweating, such as intense workouts, as sweat can irritate your skin.

Long-term After care

Maintain a simple and gentle skincare routine focusing on hydration and protection.

Slowly reintroduce active ingredients like retinoids and exfoliants, but consult with your skincare professional on the appropriate timing.

Continue using sunscreen daily as part of your regular skincare regimen.

Maintain a healthy diet and lifestyle to support overall skin health.

Ensure adequate sleep and manage stress, as both can impact skin recovery and health.

Possible risks and side effects

Depending on your skin’s sensitivity, it is normal to experience a variety of side effects as your skin goes through the post-peel renewal process.

You may experience redness up to 72 hours post peel.

You may experience a ‘zappy’ feeling, tingling or warm sensation up to 72 hours post peel.

You may experience dryness, itching, tightness, and possible swelling up to 7 days post peel.

With 2-3 days, skin may look flaky as the outermost surface peels off to make room for more radiant, new skin.

You may also notice temporarily more pronounced discoloration or age spots as they rise to the skin’s surface before getting sloughed away.

If you are acne prone, it is common for acne to come to the surface to purge.