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RETIN-A AND HYDROQUINONE INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING LIST OF INSTRUCTIONS VERY CAREFULLY TO MINIMIZE ANY ADVERSE SURGICAL OUTCOMES. IF YOU SHOULD HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO ASK US.
Retin-A: Initially, this cream/medication should be applied every other evening before going to bed for the first 2 to 3 weeks, slowly increasing to every evening. This cream helps prepare your skin for the chemical peel and is believed to aid with the healing process after the peel. It is not unusual to experience some mild tingling and irritation during the first few weeks. If you are experiencing a burning sensation, or the skin appears to be cracking, discontinue Retin-A for 2 evenings and apply moisturizer to the irritated areas. You may resume using Retin-A when your skin is feeling and looking better. It is important to moisturize your skin in the morning as well as using a good SPF sunscreen. Please feel free to call us if irritation persists.
 | Directions for applying Retin-A:1. Wash your face thoroughly with a mild soap or gentle alcohol-free cleanser and pat dry (do not rub). |
| 2. After washing, wait at least 10 minutes before applying Retin-A to be certain that the skin is totally dry. Skin that is wet, damp, or even moist tends to absorb cream quickly, which may cause unnecessary irritation. |
 | 3. After your face is totally dry, squeeze a pearl-sized amount (about a ¼” diameter) of Retin-A onto your fingertip. Using more than a pearl-sized amount will not increase your results and may cause irritation. |
 | 4. Dab it on your forehead, chin, and both cheeks but not immediately under your eyes. |
 | 5. Pat your skin so the small dabs begin to spread into a thin layer that covers your entire face. Smooth into skin until all white streaks have disappeared. |
| After applying Retin-A, you may apply a moisturizer. However, for best results, wait one hour in between if possible. |
Stop using Hydroquinone 2 days prior to procedure
Hydroquinone 4%: This cream/medication should be applied twice daily after cleansing. Apply Hydroquinone in the evening after Retin-A and in the morning for 2 to 6 weeks prior to the procedure. It helps to stop the production of pigment in the skin and will help prevent the skin from hyperpigmentation (darkening of your skin) after the procedure. This product is not to be used if you are on the Obagi program. You must stop all pretreatment creams 2 days prior to the procedure. Directions for applying Hydroquinone/Retin-A: | A.M.1. Cleanse2. Apply Hydroquinone3. Apply Moisturizer and eye cream4. Apply SPF5. Make-up may be appliedP.M. | P.M.1. Cleanse – let dry at least 10 minutes2. Apply Retin-A3. Apply Hydroquinone4. Apply eye cream only |
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