Chemical Peels

What is a chemical peel?

A chemical peel is a technique used to improve the appearance of the skin on the face, neck or hands. A chemical solution is applied to the skin that causes it to exfoliate and eventually peel off. The new, regenerated skin is usually smoother and less wrinkled than the old skin. The new skin is also temporarily more sensitive to the sun.

Mild chemical peeling is used to penetrate only the outer layer of skin to gently exfoliate it. The treatment is used to improve the appearance of mild skin discoloration and rough skin as well as to refresh the face, neck, chest or hands.

When is a chemical peel appropriate?

Chemical peels are used to treat a number of conditions including:

• Hyper pigmentation

• Acne scars

• Aging skin

• Crow's feet

• Scars

• Sun damaged skin

• Sagging skin

• Wrinkles

Who is not a candidate for a chemical peel?

The procedure is not recommended for individuals with infections, active skin disease, cut or broken skin, sunburns or active Herpes simplex 1 sores. Other counter-indications include patients who are:

• Nursing or pregnant.

• Have taken Accutane in last six months.

• Have psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis or rosacea.

• Have used Retin-A, Renova, prescription skin care products, products that contain ascorbic acid, bleaching or skin-lightening agents or other acid-based products in the last 48 hours.

Chemical Peel FAQ’s

What happens during a skin peel treatment?

We cleanse your skin to help the active ingredients penetrate & get to work. The product is applied which may feel warm & tingly, but never uncomfortable. We allow the skin peel ingredients to get to work before removing the product from your skin. Relevant after care products such as SPF are always applied post treatment to protect the skin before you leave. Your skin peel treatment will take up to 45 mins.

What does a chemical peel feel like?

A facial peel should never hurt when done by a professional. The phrases that we hear over and over again from clients are “a gentle tingling” or “warming sensation”. These mean the active ingredients are penetrating the lower layers of the skin and getting to work. The sensation of skin peels will vary from person to person. Why? This is due to your skins condition, the severity of your skin concern and the strength of the peel.

Is there any down-time?

This depends on the concern we’re treating and the results you’re hoping to achieve. Your practitioner will explain the possibility of down time with you prior to starting the skin peel – you may experience peeling with some of our stronger options, however there’s no long terms damage to the skin from peels.

How much does a chemical peel cost?

Click for a treatment menu and price list for all of our resurfacing treatments.

How many chemical peels will I need?

The active ingredients in skin peels means that you will notice results after a single treatment. For optimal results, we recommend a course of skin peels.

The path to clear skin:

When preformed regularly by one of our experienced skincare experts, skin peels can help you reach your clear skin goals. The active ingredients pack a punch to gently tackle a range of skin concerns, which is why you’ll see a range of results driven treatments in our treatment menu. Your practitioner will give you a thorough skin consultation to understand what therapy or combination of treatments will work for you, putting you back in control of your skin.