Information on the Use of ZO Skin Health Products
Pregnant or breastfeeding:
The use of ZO Skin Health products are not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding due to their highly active ingredients.
Accutane or prescription retinoid products
Accutane or prescription retinoid products are used to treat severe acne. They work by reducing oil production from sebaceous glands of the skin which can lead to your skin feeling drier and more sensitive. ZO Skin Health products contain highly active ingredients (such as topical retinols, salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide, AHAs and BHA) which can further irritate this compromised skin so their use should be avoided if Accutane or prescription retinoid products have been used in the last 3 months.
Allergy to aspirin
Some ZO Skin Health products contain the active ingredient salicylic acid. Aspirin is derived from salicylic acid therefore the use of these ZO Skin Health products should be avoided as they can cause sensitivity or can trigger an allergic reaction.
Radiation or chemotherapy
During radiation and chemotherapy, your skin can become more dry, sensitive and red. This can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight, increasing the risk of sunburn and sun damage. ZO Skin Health products contain highly active ingredients so should be avoided during radiation and chemotherapy.
Auto-immune diseases (diabetes, lupus, etc)
Certain auto-immune diseases and genetic disorders can increase photosensitivity, accelerate the appearance of sun damage and result in skin cancer.
Facial waxing, electrolysis or depilatories
The skin can become more sensitive after facial waxing, electrolysis or depilatories. Therefore it is advisable to avoid the use of retinol/retinoid, AHA’s/BHA’s or prescription products for 48 hours.
Cosmetic surgery (laser resurfacing, dermabrasion, chemical peel, face lift, blepharoplasty, Botox or injectable fillers).
The skin can become more sensitive after cosmetic surgery (laser resurfacing, dermabrasion, chemical peel, face lift, blepharoplasty, Botox or injectable fillers). Therefore, it is advisable to avoid the use of retinol/retinoid, AHA’s/BHA’s or prescription products for 48 hours.
Sensitivity or allergy to Lactic Acid / Citric Acid / Salicylic Acid / Latex / Retinol (Vitamin A)
Some ZO Skin Health products contain the active ingredients Lactic Acid, Citric Acid, Salicylic Acid, Latex and Retinol (Vitamin A). Therefore, the use of these ZO Skin Health products should be avoided as they can cause sensitivity or can trigger an allergic reaction.