Chemical Peels

Uncover Glowing Skin with Our Chemical Peel Options

Chemical peels are composed of acids that exfoliate dead skin cells and stimulate new skin cells to come to the surface, making your skin appear healthier and more youthful.

Our Chemical Peel Options

There are a variety of chemical peels varying in strength that target specific issues. Your aesthetician will choose which peel is best for your skin based on your skin type and goals.

Superficial Peels

Brightening I Peels target pigmentation, including stubborn melasma and sunspots. They can also help improve overall skin tone and texture to smooth and brighten skin.
Mild Peels remove the outer layer of skin (epidermis) and are often used to treat fine wrinkles, acne, uneven skin tone, dryness and more. Mild peels include TCA peels, Jessner’s peels, Lactic peels, Mandelic peels, Glycolic peels, Salicylic peels and PCA peels.

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Medium Peels

VI Peels can dramatically improve your skin tone, texture and clarity with its blend of acids and antioxidants. VI peel for acne combines benzoyl peroxide, kojic acid and hydrocortisone to treat acne and lighten pigment. There are five customized VI Peel’s available, each targeting a specific skin care issue. Each peel works well for all skin types:
Brightening II Peels also target pigmentation and improve overall skin tone and texture but have a higher strength than the Brightening I Peel. The higher level will result in longer post-procedure peeling but will see improvement in fewer treatments.

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DermaPeel

DermaPeel is our signature treatment customized to meet your skincare goals and needs.

DermaPeel is a combination of two or more exfoliations, ranging from DermaSweep, dermaplaning and chemicals peels, can target texture, pigment and overall skin quality, resulting in a healthy glow. Recommended in a series for corrective care, this treatment may also be done for a quick party pick-me-up or maintenance care. This treatment can be customized for nursing/expecting mothers and teenagers.

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General Pre-Treatment Instructions

Discontinue use of any topical retinoids (examples: Arazlo, Altreno, Differin, Alpharet, Tazorac, skin1765 Tretinoin) ) and mechanical or granular exfoliation for five days prior to treatment. Avoid facial waxing for seven days prior to treatment.
Follow the recommended skin care regimen as directed by your service provider for treatment. Make sure your skin is not irritated or inflamed before a peel.
Please tell your provider if you have a history of cold sores as we recommend pretreatment to prevent a flare. Treatment may not be performed if there is an active cold sore.

Visit the Superficial, Medium and DermaPeel pages for specific pre and post-treatment instructions.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Will the Procedure Feel Like?

The treatment area will be wiped with a pre-peel solution and then the chemical peel solution will be applied. Mild to moderate stinging at the treated site may be experienced which will diminish when the peeling agent is neutralized and resolves in several minutes. A fan may be used during the procedure to cool the skin and relieve some of the discomfort.

How Many Treatments are Necessary?

Depending on your goals, your aesthetician will work with you to customize a treatment plan. Chemical peels are rarely recommended as a single treatment service. They are most effective when received in a series of treatments spaced two to four weeks apart.

When Will I See Results?

Results will vary per patient and realistic expectations will be discussed during your first treatment. Having a good at home regimen will help attain optimum results. In addition, smoking, excessive alcohol and excessive sun exposure will limit results. Results are less dramatic when chemical peels are utilized for prevention and maintenance (treatments spaced greater than one month apart) than when utilized in a more frequent, treatment-oriented protocol.

Who Cannot Have the Treatment?

A chemical peel is safe for all skin types and colors. Patients who have taken isotretinoin (Accutane) within the previous six months cannot have the treatment. Communication with your provider is key in determining which peel will best suit you based on your skin type and concerns.

What Will I Look Like Afterwards?

Downtime is dependent on the type of chemical peel performed. The area may appear flushed followed by possible peeling one to five days post-treatment or dark brown followed by 7-10 days of peeling. The amount of peeling can vary from invisible microscopic peeling to more noticeable dry skin flaking. Care should be taken to prevent trauma to the treated area, especially during the first three days following treatment. Cleanse with a gentle cleanser (Cetaphil or CeraVe) and apply a bland moisturizer as needed. Do not apply any lotions with retinoids, acids, enzymes or tea tree oil for three days post-treatment. Avoid direct sun exposure. Daily application of a minimum SPF 30 sunblock with zinc oxide should be used after a chemical peel. Reapply when out in the sun every one hour or more frequently if swimming or sweating. Sun exposure may compromise results or result in additional pigmentation.