Anyone else seeing delayed barrier recovery around day 5–7 after medium-depth peels now that humidity dropped? I’m updating post-care with a bland occlusive at night, SPF 50 reapplication at midday, and a 48-hour follow-up call to check skin water loss and comfort — are you pausing retinoids longer or spacing LED sessions to reduce irritation?
I’ve noticed similar issues with barrier recovery too — i’ve started using more hydrating serums leading up to peels. Have you tried that approach with your patients?
It sounds like you’re on the right track with the bland occlusives. I’ve found that incorporating a gentle hydrating mask right after a peel can really help soothe and boost moisture while we wait for recovery. Ever tried that with your patients?
But it makes sense to adjust post-care as humidity drops. I’ve seen great results with suggesting a hyaluronic serum just before applying that occlusive at night. @derekW_995, have you increased your hydration routine pre-peel to help mitigate the barrier recovery times?