How do
MEDICAL GRADE PEELS WORKS
A peel treatment starts with a chemical solution to remove the outer layers of skin. This stimulates new skin growth. The new skin is usually smoother, less wrinkled, and more even in colour. Chemical peels may produce reddening and peeling like sunburn. This lasts a few days to several weeks, depending on the strength and depth of the chemical peel.
Benefits of
MEDICAL GRADE PEELS
- Wrinkle + Sagginess
- Age spots + Uneven Skin
- Fine Lines + Dullness
- Brighter Skin
RISKS AND COMPLICATIONS
The possible side effects include without limitation:
- Temporary redness to the skin
- Irritation or swelling
- Intense tightness for several days
- Flaking or peeling which may last up to 7 days
Frequently Asked Questions
What to expect?
Every skin type is different. Chemical peels come in varying strengths and provide different levels of treatment. We recommend you schedule a consultation to address your individual skin needs.
During the procedure, a chemical solution is applied to the skin. You may feel a burning or tingling sensation as the solution dries. This depends on the depth and type of peel you are receiving. The entire process usually takes under an hour to complete.
During the procedure, a chemical solution is applied to the skin. You may feel a burning or tingling sensation as the solution dries. This depends on the depth and type of peel you are receiving. The entire process usually takes under an hour to complete.
How long does it last?
After your treatment, your skin may experience reddening and peeling like a sunburn. This lasts a few days to several weeks, depending on the strength and depth of the chemical peel. The new skin is usually smoother, less wrinkled, and more even in color. Keep in mind that the peeling process usually takes a few days to begin and does not immediately start.
The results from your chemical peel can last up to several months. Typically, the deeper the peel, the longer it could last.
The results from your chemical peel can last up to several months. Typically, the deeper the peel, the longer it could last.
Does Medical Grade Peels hurt?
Most clients describe medical grade peels as a warm, tingly sensation. There is no serious pain or discomfort involved with the procedure. Stronger peels may provoke a stronger sensation, but clients do not require any painkillers or local anaesthetic.
Pre-Treatment Care
● Do NOT consume alcoholic beverages (alcohol may thin the blood and increase the risk of bruising)
● Do NOT anti-inflammatory/blood thinning medications, such as Aspirin, Vitamin E, Fish Oil, Ibuprofen, Motrin, Advil, Aleve and other NSAIDS (can increase the risk of bruising and swelling after injections).
● Do NOT receive skin or laser treatment after injections for at least 10 days.
● Do NOT anti-inflammatory/blood thinning medications, such as Aspirin, Vitamin E, Fish Oil, Ibuprofen, Motrin, Advil, Aleve and other NSAIDS (can increase the risk of bruising and swelling after injections).
● Do NOT receive skin or laser treatment after injections for at least 10 days.
Post Treatment Care
● Avoid any exfoliation on the treated area for 5 days
● Avoid the use of Topical prescription cream for 7 days
● Avoid sun exposure for 2 weeks
● Keep cool
● Keep hydrated, increase water intake to 8 glasses per day
● Do NOT receive any skin/laser/injectable treatments for at least 14 days.
● Do NOT consuming alcohol or salts to avoid excess swelling.
● Do NOT perform activities involving straining, heavy lifting, or vigorous exercise for 24 hours
● Avoid the use of Topical prescription cream for 7 days
● Avoid sun exposure for 2 weeks
● Keep cool
● Keep hydrated, increase water intake to 8 glasses per day
● Do NOT receive any skin/laser/injectable treatments for at least 14 days.
● Do NOT consuming alcohol or salts to avoid excess swelling.
● Do NOT perform activities involving straining, heavy lifting, or vigorous exercise for 24 hours
Contraindications
Chemical Peels are not recommended if any of the following apply to you
● Sunburn
● Isotretinoin within the last 6 months (e.g. Roaccutane, Oratane)
● Cosmeceutical retinol within the last 3 days (in the treatment area)
● Topical prescription retinol within the last 2 weeks (in the treatment area)
● Eczema or Psoriasis (in the treatment area)
● Laser or IPL Hair reduction, waxing within the last 2 – 4 weeks (in the treatment area)
● Pregnant, breast-feeding, IVF treatment or trying to conceive
● Auto-Immune Disease
● Rosacea
● Fungal Dermatitis
● Cold sore on the area to be treated
● Chemical or Radiation therapy
● Dehydrated Skin
● Fitzpatrick 5-6
● Sunburn
● Isotretinoin within the last 6 months (e.g. Roaccutane, Oratane)
● Cosmeceutical retinol within the last 3 days (in the treatment area)
● Topical prescription retinol within the last 2 weeks (in the treatment area)
● Eczema or Psoriasis (in the treatment area)
● Laser or IPL Hair reduction, waxing within the last 2 – 4 weeks (in the treatment area)
● Pregnant, breast-feeding, IVF treatment or trying to conceive
● Auto-Immune Disease
● Rosacea
● Fungal Dermatitis
● Cold sore on the area to be treated
● Chemical or Radiation therapy
● Dehydrated Skin
● Fitzpatrick 5-6