What is a chemical peel?
A chemical peel is a technique which involves the application of a variety of chemical solutions to remove the damaged outer layers of dead skin cells from the skin’s surface. It is extremely beneficial for many skin conditions such as hyperpigmentation, rosacea, acne, sun damage, and photo aging. By removing the build-up of dead skin cells and stimulating the regenerative process, you will notice marked improvements in the formation of wrinkles and fine lines, texture and tone of the skin, hydration, reduced pore size, clearing of blemishes and more balanced oil production and an overall healthier skin appearance.
What are the different types of peels?
All my treatment procedures are considered superficial; they do not penetrate beyond the epidermis or papillary dermis. They are not to be confused with medical or physician-strength peels that affect the reticular dermis.
PROGRESSIVE
This refers to a treatment that does not usually cause immediate exfoliation and only removes the outer layer of skin or the stratum corneum. As treatments are repeated, the skin will experience a mild sloughing.
MID-DEPTH
These peels affect the intra-epidermal layer, and exfoliation occurs within two to three days after application. The skin goes through very little down time. Peeling consists of light flaking similar to a sunburn peel.
DEEP
These peels affect the deepest intra-epidermal layers. The skin becomes brown and crusty then undergoes considerable peeling, which occurs three to four days after application. The skin peels in large segments as opposed to flaking. The entire process takes about seven to ten days.
What type of home care should I use after my chemical peel?
There are specific instructions to be followed after your skin peel – this is as important as the peel itself. Post care will include occlusive healing balms, epidermal growth factor (cell renewal and wound repair), calming, soothing topicals to reduce itching and inflammation, and always sun screen!
When the skin peel is completed and we have determined the skin is healed, daily skin care is essential. The most important part of a home care routine is a cleanser and a sunblock. Next in importance is a supportive cell rejuvenator. These are the basics. Additional specialty products, such as pumice and buffing washes, antioxidants, eye serums, nighttime moisturizers, AHAs, ascorbic acid, retinol, enzymes, masks, and topical correctives may be added to enhance and maintain results.
Here are our current services, information on booking can be found here
Peels can be added to your custom facial and selected based on the needs of your skin.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Glycolic Acid Peel with Custom Facial | Glycolic acid is a chemical exfoliant that promotes the repair and regeneration of skin. Recommended to improve the appearance of aging skin, uneven texture, and tone. |
| Lactic Acid Peel with Custom Facial | Helps to promote softer, smoother skin and improves the appearance of fine lines through the use of lactic acid, gluconic acid, blueberry fruit puree, bilberry fruit extract, and mulberry root extract. |
| Salycilic Acid Peel with Custom Facial | This treatment uses salycilic acid, an antiseptic exfoliant that deeply cleanses the pores. This is an excellent treatment for acne and aids in overall skin rejuvenation. |
| Modified Jessner Peel with Custom Facial | An ultra effective peel that’s a combination of lactic acid, salicylic acid, & resorcinol. The lactic acid offers exfoliating and moisture retention properties to promote softer, smoother skin. While the salicylic acid is antiseptic and smooths and improves the skins texture. It has anti-acne and anti-irritant properties. The resorcinol reduces hyperpigmentation and helps remove rough skin texture. |