Skin Peels

Skin peels encourage exfoliation of the superficial layers of skin. Peels are able to penetrate deeper than microdermabrasion and thus the rejuvenating effect achieved can be greater, resulting in smoother, firmer, healthy appearing skin. Varying depths of peel can be performed and in general the deeper the peel the more dramatic the effect but the longer the recovery may take. Peels are often used to brighten dull complexions, treat the effects of sun damage such as pigmentation, vascularity and rejuvenate lax, wrinkled skin. They can also have a beneficial effect on acne prone skin, enlarged pores and oily skin.

The skin is first thoroughly washed and cleansed before the peeling agent is applied to the skin. The peeling agent is activated and deactivated before recovery creams are applied. No local anaesthetic is required but the skin is kept cool and comfortable using a stream of cool, soothing air.

Skin peels take approximately 45 minutes to perform. They are often combined with Microdermabrasion treatments to improve the penetration of the peel and the overall effect of the treatment. A course of peels is generally recommended for optimum results.

Depending on the depth of the peel performed you may be able to return to your daily activities immediately but you may need a longer recovery period for deeper peels performed by the Doctor that cause more redness and peeling.