Do not peel off the skin. If you dont already have prescription cream, ask for some. There are many different kinds out there. Basically all have the same directions, never apply prior to going to rads. Pat it on and let it soak in, never rub it in. Do this several times per day. if your skin is oozing, place a gauze square on top of the cream so your skin is more protected. Do not use tape. I used Beta-Val cream, aquaphor is another popular one as is silver sulfadine. When bathing, do not let the shower run directly on your sensitive skin. It may look terrible now but if properly taken care of you will not see one scar when it heels.