Description
It is a highly effective peeling agent with the benefit of being in a 10% gel form for a more controlled application, without the typical irritation from a synthetic formulation. Salicylic acid is an excellent pore cleanser due to the fact it is lipophilic (oil soluble), so it penetrates sebum filled follicles. It is anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial. It is well tolerated by all skin types (Fitzpatrick I-VI). It is excellent for treating acne, large pores, fine lines, acne scars, melasma, and post inflammatory hyperpigmentation. It may be used on rosacea due to its anti-inflammatory effec t, but use with caution (limit application time up to 1 minute during first use). It has a 2.3 pH.
Skin Types:
Contraindications:
1) Not recommended for use during pregnancy.
2) Do not use if client/patient is allergic to aspirin.
3) Do not use if client/patient has a known allergy to AHA or BHA. Patch test for at least 24 hours if any doubt.
4) Discontinue Retin A for at least 3 days before peel.
5) Client/patient must be off accutane for 1 year before any peel.
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How To Use
1) Cleanse skin with DNA MediClear Skin Lightening Wash twice (may leave second cleanse on for a few minutes). Rinse well and pat dry.
2) Optional: Use DNA MediClear Natural Cleansing Pads to degrease and prepare the skin for the peel. Avoid using if skin is sensitive. Especially effective for oily/acne skin.
3) Apply DNA Sal-Ionic Polymer Peel with either 2 cotton swabs or a 2x2 cotton pad. Start on the forehead making sure to apply an even application. Avoid the eye area, lips, and insides of the nostrils. Leave on for 1-2 minutes depending on the skin sensitivity, building up to 3-5 minutes as client tolerance increases (may use fan). Rinse well with cool water or may apply cool compresses for a few minutes.
After 1-3 minutes salicylic acid has a natural anesthetic effect on the skin (more tolerated).
May follow with DNA Antioxidant Hydro mask for 10-15 min or Cryostem ampoule.
A white precipitate (crystallization of salicylic acid) may appear 30 seconds 1 minute after application (not to be confused with frosting).
If redness or excessive stinging occurs wash off immediately.
4) Apply DNA Sunsation SPF 15.
5) May repeat every week for up to 6 treatments.
6) Make sure the client/patient avoids the sun for at least 1 week and wears sun protection daily.
NOTE: Make sure the client/patient avoids the sun for at least 1 week and wears sun protection daily.
* DNA Sal-Ionic Polymer Peel may cause small amount of micro peeling that may last up to 3 days
Ingredients
100% Grain Alcohol, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Glycerin, Salicylic Acid, Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose