What Does a Chemical Peel Do?

Chemical peels are amazing for any skin condition and work on all skin types. They range in levels with some being hydrating to others giving you some downtime with deep peeling. See below which works best for your skin concern:

Anti-Aging (Glycolic, TCA)

Pigmentation (Lactic, Glycolic)

Rosacea (Mandelic)

Acne (Salicylic)

Dry/Dull Skin (Enzymatic Peel)

What Does a Treatment Plan Look Like?

At my skin clinic, chemical peels are something to be taken seriously and you must be on great skincare before starting. This helps ensure the chemical peel will work without any contraindications. If you are using something at home that has an ingredient that I am unaware of, this can lead to a reaction with the peel.

We will create a plan for your treatments, I typically start everyone on a prep peel being a resurfacer or a hydrating peel to prep your skin then we gradually go deeper with each peel. This preps your skin. Going too deep too fast can result in more pigmentation so steady and small progression wins the race!

Results are amazing and I highly recommend planning on doing a series of 6, every 2-3 weeks. This will give you quick results and help achieve your skin goals!

Many of you have heard me talk about on social the different types of peels, but do you know what they are made out of and how they benefit your skin?

Enzymatic Peels

First, let’s talk enzymatic peels. These are typically based with fruit enzymes and other additives that can be used to target your skin concern.

These peels don’t result always in intense peeling but will leave your skin glowing with a boost of hydration and even texture.

Resurfacer:

Second, is a resurfacer. I personally love using these for those who can handle some minor flaking while getting an amazing result. These can be infused with more intensive enzymes, vitamin c, stem cells, and acids to focus on your skin concerns. These are great for those looking to start a peel series to prep your skin for deeper peels as well as those looking to brighten pigmentation or treat acne.

These peels are known as superficial meaning they go to the 3rd layer of skin and will result in minor flaking/peeling with up to 3 days downtime.

Chemical Peel:

Lastly is your actual chemical peel, depending on which peel you use and how many layers you apply your downtime can be anywhere from 5-14 days.

Most of these peels are made of up the following acids:

· Glycolic (alpha hydroxy peel) – this is the most common peel use for many and reduces fine lines, increases cell turnover, removes dead skin and brightens your overall appearance.

· Salicylic (beta hydroxy peel) – penetrates deeper and controls moderate acne, removes blackheads, reduces pore size

· Lactic (jessners peel) – typically less irritating peel that helps even skin tone, lighten pigmentation and reduce wrinkles, age spots & melasma

· TCA (trichloroacetic peel) – a very strong peel used typically for mature skin, sun damage, or pigmentation. Treats sagging skin, crows feet, acne scars, sun damage, large pores, stretch marks & skin tags

I personally love to cocktail different peels based on your concern and create a series plan combining most of the above. Questions on which type of peel is right for you? Message me and we will find the right treatment plan to reach your skincare goals.

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The 3 types of Chemical Peels - Which is right for You?

Enzymatic Peels

Resurfacer:

Chemical Peel: