Chemical peels are specially formulated liquids that are brushed on to the face as a means of exfoliation, whereby dead skin cells are removed and the growth of new cells are stimulated to leave a more radiant and rejuvenated complexion.

There are many different types of peels available, that are designed to effectively treat a range of skin concerns such as:

• Pigmentation, age spots
• Ageing – skin resurfacing, improve fine lines and wrinkles, skin laxness, tone and texture.
• Regulation on oil and dryness
• Acne
• Large pores

Post Peel Expectations:

Day of treatment:

• Warm and tender, similar sensation to sunburn
• Tight
• Mild to moderate erythema

Following day:

• Tight and dry
• Mild – moderate erythema • Skin may begin to flake

Days 3-5:

• continued flaking
• with stronger peels there may still be some mild skin irritation

Day 5 +:

• peeling generally stopped
• skin returns back to normal • Skin looks fresh and glowing.

Pre treatment advice:

• Please come to your appointment with clean skin, free of makeup.
• Please do not drink alcohol 24 hours prior to the treatment.
• Please avoid blood thinning medications 48 hours prior to treatment. These include aspirin, ibuprofen,
  Advil and other anti-inflammatory drugs. Never stop taking medication prescribed by your doctor without
  his or her consent.
• Facial waxing may be performed no less than 48 hours before the procedure, no less .
• Electrolysis treatment should be undergone no less than 7 days before the procedure.
• AHA products and retinoids should be avoided no less than 2 weeks prior to the procedure.
• Microdermabrasion should not be performed within 2 weeks of procedure.
• Laser treatments and associated peels may occur no less than 4-6 weeks prior to procedure.
• Please wait 2 weeks if you have had Botox or dermal filler injections
• No sun beds or direct sunlight at least 1 week before or after having any treatments.
• Please do-not come to the appointment if you feel unwell, have a fever, sickness bug, cold or flu.