Chemical Peels

Prior to your first treatment, a full skin consultation will be performed to ensure your concerns and desired outcomes are being addressed. Based on the consultation outcome, the correct peel strength will be chosen to ensure the desired results. 

A cleanse is performed to prepare the skin for your chemical peel. The peel is applied and left on the skin for a number of minutes depending on the concern and skin type.  All treatments are finished with application of SPF over the face and neck. This treatment is quite relaxing with no discomfort, some tingling may be felt when the peel is first applied to the skin and down time is minimal.

Yes as they sterilise the skin killing bacteria and removing trapped dead skin, blackheads, milia and oil.

Blue Peel Radiance effectively exfoliates the uppermost damaged skin layers, leaving skin fresh, renewed and radiant. This deep exfoliation peel also improves product penetration once the dead skin has peeled, it’s a great way to kick start a new skin routine especially when starting on The Obagi 14 Skin Transformation kits as it will fast track results.

Not all peels require you to stay in doors for a fortnight. Chemical peels can be gentle with zero down time, it depends on the acids, strengths and number of passes used. We offer AHA lactic acid based peels which not only exfoliates the dead skin cells away but also hydrates the skin. A gentle AHA peel is a great way of decongesting the skin, brightening your complexion and stimulating the natural moisture levels in the epidermal layers of the skin.

The Blue Radiance Peel is a low 2.7ph.  It’s 20% Salicylic acid with a blend of lactic and glycolic for deep exfoliation and pore purging peel. It results in tighter, smoother, brighter looking skin immediately after just one facial treatment. Salicylic acid based peels are used to improve patient outcomes for a range of skin conditions, including acne, breakouts, open pores, black heads, photo damage and melasma. Depending on skin type we can increase the number of layers of peel. This is why a course of peels is recommended rather than one off peels as they get stronger and even more effective.

Traditional microdermabrasion can be very abrasive on the skin and can cause micro tears. This can trap bacteria, dead skin and trap oils in the pores; this can result in further breakouts or congestion. Microdermabrasion is a short term solution, with results lasting roughly 48-72 hours. Whereas, chemical peels gently eat away at the dead skin cells and unclog the pores, whilst also rebalancing the skin’s moisture levels. Chemical peels are non-abrasive and have little or no downtime. You will see an instant and lasting glow to the skin, after one treatment. Naturally we would always recommend a course of peels for optimum results. Regular peels encourage the healthy skin cells to rise to the surface of the skin and product penetration is also maximised.

Yes, we can adapt the peels to all skin types we even have peels suitable for sensitive skins. Our peels are also suitable for all skin tones and skin of colour.

Peeling may be experienced about 1-2 days after the facial peel. Not everyone will peel, it depends on the type of acid used, number of layers applied and how long the peel is left on for. It also very much depends on the skin condition being treated. Peels only take about a 30 minute appointment and you will be ok to go out that same evening. Please speak to your practitioner for advice as it will depend.

Every 2-4 weeks between each treatment ensures the best possible results in the long term depending on the skin concern.