The First 7 Days After a VI Peel: What to Expect, What to Avoid, and When the Peeling Starts

Learn what to expect each day after a VI Peel, including when peeling starts, how to wash your face, makeup, exercise, sun exposure, skincare and when to contact your provider.

The First 7 Days After a VI Peel: What to Expect, What to Avoid and When the Peeling Starts Estimated read time: 9–11 minutes You booked a chemical peel, so naturally you are waiting for your face to dramatically shed like a tiny skincare snake. But when does the peeling actually begin? What happens if you do not peel very much? Can you wear makeup? And—most importantly—what should you do when a tempting little piece of skin is hanging from your chin? The first thing to know is that a VI Peel is not a “set it and forget it” treatment. What you do during the following week can affect your comfort, healing and final results. Fortunately, post-peel care does not have to be complicated. Your main responsibilities are to: Follow your aftercare kit. Keep your skin cool. Protect it from the sun. And please do not pick. Here is your day-by-day guide to the first week after a VI Peel. Important: Your Gwen Aesthetics provider’s instructions and the directions included with your VI Peel aftercare kit should always take priority. Your protocol may vary depending on the peel formula used, your treatment time, your skin concerns and your personal medical history. What Does a VI Peel Actually