Chemical Skin Peels

Why is a skin analysis important?
Skin analysis is when your skin Therapist examines your skin, identifies your skin type and prescribes a personalized at-home regime. The analysis begins after your skin therapist thoroughly cleanses your face and removes any trace of dirt or make up. But she isn’t just washing your face. She is also feeling your skin and identifying your level of dryness, roughness or any saggy areas. Then she brings out the magnifying lamp to see you down to your pores. This close look also allows her to thoroughly check your skin for anything that might require an appointment with your dermatologist. This expert skin analysis is an excellent way to check in on your skin’s health without dealing with the doctor’s office. (However, a skin Therapist will tell you she is definitely not a replacement for a dermatologist.)

Are chemical peels good for the skin?
Chemical peels reduce skin damage, giving the skin a more youthful or unblemished appearance. Depending on a person’s concerns and their type of skin, our well trained skin therapist will recommend the most appropriate chemical peel.

Who are the best candidates for peels?
Generally those who suffer from acne, congestion, blackheads, sun damage and fine lines will benefit from peels. In terms of acne, the lactic acid removes the top layer and salicylic acid (BHA) penetrates the follicles to help unblock pores, reduce inflamed skin and remove trapped oil and dead cells. For those suffering from surface pigmentation and sunspots, AHA’s help to lift surface cells which hold the uneven surface pigmentation. Clients with fine lines will find that a series of AHA peels will note a reduction in the appearance of fine surface lines, as exfoliation causes the skin to regenerate new cells more efficiently and remove rough surface cells.

What should I know about face peels?

• It is imperative that your skin is in great shape before the peel: Sure you can get a peel without healthy skin, but if you really want great results, healthy is definitely better. Our brands will have your skin in tip-top shape and ready for any facial procedure.
• Peeling is nothing more than exfoliation: It seems kind of scary to have your skin flaking off, but this is the only way to get down to the newer, healthier skin.
  Ask one of our trained skin therapist what peel would be best for you: You may not want to visibly see the exfoliation process (zero downtime) so a 70% lactic acid peel may be better for you! Or if Peeling doesn’t bother you? A Jessner’s Peel or TCA may be what you are looking for. Make sure you let your skin care therapists know what makes you most comfortable.
• Chemical peels are not just for your face: That’s right! Peels can also be applied to your hands and chest to remove dark spots or acne trouble spots like chest and back.
• Go in with realistic expectations: one peel isn’t going to do the trick. Unless you opt for a deeper TCA peel, one isn’t going to give you the results you want. A series is by far the best way to get optimal results. Your skin care therapists can help you determine what type of series would be best for you.
• Sunscreen should be your best friend: You should be wearing sunscreen every day, but after a chemical peel, it is a necessity to maintain your results.

Are there any possible side effects?

• All products have a potential for allergic reactions. It is important that the client informs the skin therapist of any allergies they may have.
• Some peels will cause frosting, when parts of your skin turn white during the peel due to the surface of your skin being exfoliated away by the acidic solution
• Transient reactions may include redness to the skin, itchiness, dryness and in some cases swelling.
• Although very rare, there may be in some cases risk of blistering.