CHEMICAL PEELS

• Sun-damaged skin with wrinkles and brown marks
• Dry, dehydrated skin
• Hyperpigmentation
• Acne
• Superficial wrinkles
• Skin fragility
• Early chronoaging
• Smokers skin
• Dull skin

What benefits can I expect after a chemical peel?

The results below will depend on the intensity of the peel but all peels will help in the following way:

• Improve the texture of your skin
• Improve the skin’s ability to retain moisture
• Helps to regenerate the skin’s natural production of collagen
• Helps to soften fine lines and deeper wrinkles
• Increases the cellular turnover of the top layer of the skin
• Helps to decrease areas of mild hyperpigmentation
• Unclog pores
• Evens skin tone
• Increases smoothness in skin texture
• Gives the skin a healthy glow and radiance 

How do I know if I am a good candidate for Chemical Peels?

Anyone in generally good health may be an excellent candidate for Chemical Peels.  It is safe for all ethnicities, and even dark skin tones but you would need to be assessed by one of our therapists or doctors as there are some conditions where chemical peels are not suitable for certain conditions. Darker skin types or those prone to pigmentation are advised to undergo peels during the winter months when the sun is not a problem. 

Is a Chemical peel painful?

Superficial Chemical peels are not painful. Patients may feel a small amount of tingling and a sensation of “ants crawling” over the skin. Others especially with the deeper peels feel a hot or very warm sensation as the peel is applied and this can last for a few minutes. Therapists generally cool the skin with a fan to help with any discomfort.

How will I look or feel right after the Peel Treatment?

Superficial Peel: Initially your skin may be somewhat red or puffy.  It may take up to one week for the renewal and rebuilding process to let your skin appearance return to normal   During this repair/renewal period some patients have experienced some of the following:  stinging, itching, burning, mild pain or discomfort, tightness and peeling of the superficial layer of the skin.  Once healed, your skin will have a refreshed, hydrated, more youthful appearance

Deep Chemical peel (pHformula MD TCA Skin Resurfacing):  Tightness, sunburn-like sensation. Swelling Active peeling for 5-6 days after. 

Are there any conditions which make it unsafe to have a peel?

• Allergies
• Atopic skin reactions/eczema
• Circulation disorders
• Collagen/autoimmune disease
• Cryotherapy
• Pigmentation disorders
• Pregnancy
• Recent anti-coagulant therapy
• Roaccutane
• Retinol (need to stop at least a week before a peel)
• Rosacea
• Seborrheic Dermatitis
• Viral infections (inc herpes)

Some conditions may make it temporarily unsafe to have a peel but it is always advisable to speak to your doctor or therapist.

How many treatments will be necessary?

Superficial Peels:  Regular peels are recommended for desired results and to maintain good skin health. Superficial peels can replace normal facials because of multiple benefits of deep cleansing, exfoliation and the stimulation of collagen.  Superficial peels during summer are only recommended for people who do not have prolonged outdoor activities during the hottest months of the year.

Multiple treatments are recommended for desired results Multiple treatments are recommended for desired results

Deep Peels such as the pHformula MD TCA Skin Resurfacing require 2 treatments at least once a year for the best results.

Your Dermatologist or Therapist can provide you with more information on whether a Chemical Peel is the right treatment for you. If you suffer from any chronic skin disorders you must please bring it to their attention.