Chemical Peels
A chemical peel is a solution that causes dead skin layers to slough and eventually peel away. This restores the skin’s surface, making it smoother, more radiant and significantly improves tone.
Chemical peels are generally performed on the face, but can also be utilized to improve skin features on your neck and hands. This is a minimally invasive procedure that can make your skin appear younger and softer. We use chemical peels from ZO Skinhealth and SkinMedica.
Illuminize Peel $129
For light peeling or sensitive skin. Great for before a big event giving you revitalized glowing skin.
Vitalize Peel $139
For mild to moderate skin imperfections. You will experience light peeling/flaking for 3-5 days resulting in improving the appearance of sun damage, fine lines and hyper pigmentation.
Rejuvenize Peel $159
For moderate to severe skin imperfections. You will experience peeling for 3-5 days resulting in improving the appearance of sun damage, deeper wrinkles, discolored skin and acne scarring. You may have more dramatic results with more down time and redness that may last a few days.
FAQs
Q: What will I benefit from a chemical peel?
Chemical peels are designed to treat a range of complexion concerns, including:
- Wrinkles and fine lines
- Hyperpigmentation & brown spots
- Uneven skin tone
- Sun damage
- Acne scars
- Melasma
- And more!
Your esthetician will work with you to determine which chemical peel formula is right for your needs.
Q: What should I expect from my treatment?
Come to the office with a clean face, without any makeup. The chemical peel solution is applied directly to the facial skin and left on for a period of time. The chemical peel is carefully removed and skin is moisturized to help minimize side effects. A hand-held fan and ice water-soaked gauze are provided for increased comfort.
Q: What are the side effects?
Side effects can vary depending on the chemical peel formula. However, most patients can expect to see redness, peeling, and flaking. More aggressive chemical peels will lead to intense peeling and flaking for the first two weeks after the initial treatment. It’s important for patients to wear sunscreen and to stay out of the sun in the weeks after their peel.
Q: How soon will I see results?
Results can vary, depending on the strength of the chemical peel. For mild formulas, results can be seen as quickly as two to three weeks. Many people will return periodically for routine glycolic acid peels to maintain rejuvenated skin. For stronger, more aggressive formulas, patients may not see final results until four months after the initial treatment as the collagen remodels, though the brown spots tend to flake away after 1-2 weeks.
If you’d like to learn more about our chemical peel treatments, please contact us for a consultation.