# Chemical Peel Aftercare: What Happens Day by Day > Chemical peel aftercare day by day: redness, flaking on days 3-5, washing, SPF 50 and what not to do after Jessner and mandelic peels. Studio in Cranford, NJ. - Type: post - URL: https://eyedecorstudio.com/about/skin-journal/chemical-peel-aftercare-what-happens-day-by-day/ - Updated: 2026-10-05T02:30:41+00:00 ## About this page Chemical peel aftercare day by day: redness, flaking on days 3-5, washing, SPF 50 and what not to do after Jessner and mandelic peels. 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Still, some rules hold for everyone: no pools, saunas or tanning beds, protect the skin from the sun, and use the right care products. ## What a peel does to the skin A chemical peel is a cosmetic procedure meant to improve the quality and look of the skin. It works by a controlled breakdown of the upper layers of the epidermis, using various chemical compounds, most often acids. The peel prompts the skin to renew its cells and improves its texture. Peels are divided into three main types by depth. Superficial peels work gently and deal with small imperfections. Medium peels reach deeper and are used on moderate concerns, such as fine lines and post-acne marks. Deep peels renew the skin radically and need a long recovery. A superficial peel affects only the… ## Peeling days, one by one Right after the peel the skin can look red and puffy. It will also flake. Depending on how deep the solution went, full recovery can take from 3 to 14 days. In essence, the body has to build the top layer of skin again. You can make this job easier, and the right care is prescribed by the specialist. Superficial and medium peels differ in recovery time and in effect. Superficial peels have no recovery period, or only slight surface flaking for two or three days. With medium peels the recovery runs longer, from five to ten days. At the studio the rule is simple: after a light peel there is no visible flaking, and… ## Washing and moisturizing Any peel injures the skin and disrupts its protective barrier. Poor care after the procedure can lead to dehydrated skin, sensitivity and even fine lines. How well the care is chosen decides how the procedure works and whether there are complications. Wash with cool water. Hot water can cause discomfort, and cool water helps calm the sensations after a peel. Use soap-free cleansers that do not tighten or dry the skin. A micellar water for sensitive skin, with soothing panthenol, is one option. ## Sun protection, no exceptions Right after the procedure, apply sunscreen regularly. When you go out, even on a cloudy day, use a broad-spectrum (UVA/UVB) sunscreen with SPF 50+ and renew it every two hours. This matters most after an acid peel, when the skin is more vulnerable. Completely avoid open sun and tanning beds for at least a month after the procedure. A fresh tan also matters before the peel: sunbathing is not recommended for 14 days beforehand. At the studio, SPF 50 daily is the rule with no exceptions, and for that reason peels can be done in summer too, as long as the SPF 50 is… ## Related - [The complete aftercare bible](https://eyedecorstudio.com/about/skin-journal/the-complete-aftercare-bible/) - [Lamination, henna or tint?](https://eyedecorstudio.com/about/skin-journal/lamination-henna-or-tint/) - [Classic vs Volume vs Russian Volume](https://eyedecorstudio.com/about/skin-journal/classic-vs-volume-vs-russian-volume/) - [One-Day or Two-Day Lash Course: Which One Do You Need?](https://eyedecorstudio.com/about/skin-journal/one-day-or-two-day-lash-course-which-one-do-you-need/) - [Which Facial Is Right for Your Skin? 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