You should not use prescription retinoids (tretinoin, Retin-A®), abrasive scrubs, or strong exfoliants 3-5 days before and after treatments. You should not expose your skin to prolonged sun exposure 2 weeks prior to or 2 weeks post treatments. You should use sun protection at least SPF 30 whenever outdoors and frequently reapply. If you have an active cutaneous infection, your chemical peel may be postponed until clearance of the infection. You should not get a chemical peel if you are currently taking or in the last 6 months took medications that are contraindicated to receiving a chemical peel. i.e. isotretinoin. Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant as certain peels may not be possible to do.