Chemical Peel Fundamentals

Before Peel
CONCERNS

Fine Lines

Sun Damage

Blackheads

Clogged Pores

Acne Marks & Scars

Age Spots

Hyperpigmentation

Uneven Skin Tone

BEFORE AND AFTER CHEMICAL PEEL BENEFITS

After Peel
RESULTS

Smoothness

Radiance

Clearer Skin

Tightness

Lifted Appearance

Balanced Tone

Softness

Firmer Skin

fine lines

Fine Lines

Facial peels may drastically reduce the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines and expression lines leaving skin smooth.

sun damage

Sun Damage

UV rays not only affect our skin in ways we can't see, but they can also leave very visible issues that skin peels help make less noticeable.

blackheads

Blackheads

Chemical peels can be very effective in removing and minimizing excess, stubborn blackheads by penetrating clogged follicles.

Clogged Pores

Clogged Pores

Chemical peels effectively remove dead skin that clogs & contributes to large sized pores that turn into blackheads & whiteheads.

Acne marks

Acne Marks

Skin peels can dramatically improve red, pus filled acne blemishes and improve the appearance of mild acne scars.

age spots

Age Spots

Various strength skin peels commonly result in a marked improvement of dark skin discoloration commonly referred to as age spots.

hyperpigmentation

Hyperpigmentation

Chemical peels, especially AHA & Vitamin C peels can reduce discoloration, freckles & large dark spots leaving skin radiant.

uneven skin

Uneven Skin

Chemical peels improve overall skin texture and remove debris from the skin's surface resulting in a softer & smoother feel.

HOW THE PEELING PROCESS WORKS

Peel Penetration

Peel Penetration

The skin is penetrated by the chemical acid which generally causes some redness, darkening, swelling, and/or frosting (the skin turns opaque or powdery white) depending on the strength and type of peel applied.

 

skin tightening

Skin Tightening

After the acid is neutralized, skin will feel dry & tight for the first day or two. If a light strength peel was used, skin may become wrinkled & flakey. If a medium to deep peel was used, more aggressive peeling may start on the 4th or 5th day & typically last for 4 - 7 days.

peeling and flaking

Peeling / Flaking

Once the peeling slows down and stops, the skin begins the healing process. Outer layers may still be visibly pinkish. During this time it is especially important to protect this newly revealed skin with a broad band spf every day and moisturize at least twice daily with a hyaluronic moisturizer.

 

new skin revealed

Your New Skin Revealed!

Results are visible, cells overturned and production of collagen and elastin is amped up resulting in firmer skin with reduced blemishes, discoloration, wrinkles and a more even skin tone. Continued SPF protection, anti aging moisturizer and daily/weekly exfoliator are recommended.

CHEMICAL PEEL STRENGTHS

Light Peel Strength

LIGHT / SUPERFICIAL

Superficial or Light peels are the mildest type of chemical peel and can be used on all skin types. These mild peels remove only a small part of the epidermis or outer layer of skin and are most often used to improve the appearance of fine lines, mild scarring and minimal hyperpigmentation.

Superficial peels should be repeated every 2-3 weeks. A series of 6-8 consecutive treatments are recommended for best results. After 6-8 consecutive treatments, peels may be repeated monthly to maintain results.

Alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) are the gentlest acids used in skin peels.

Medium Peel Strength

MEDIUM STRENGTH

Medium-depth skin peels penetrate further than superficial peels to remove the epidermis and some of the dermis, or underlying middle layer of skin. Medium peels are used to clear pores, reduce wrinkles, blemishes, hyperpigmentation, sun damage and precancerous growths.

Medium strength peels cause excessive pinkness for two to three and may not completely fade away until the skin has fully healed. New skin should appear within the first two weeks after treatment.

Medium-depth peels typically use TCA, as a main ingredient. The Jessner solution, a popular skin peel, contains a combination of resorcinol, salicylic acid and glycolic acid and may be layered to create a deep peel.

Deep Peel Strength

DEEP STRENGTH

Deep skin peels cause a second-degree burn to the skin penetrating all the way to the subcutaneous, or third and deepest, layer of skin. They are used to treat melasma, deep wrinkles, scarring, sun damage and precancerous growths of the skin.

The skin may remain extremely red for weeks and up to 2 months. Full recovery can take several months. Petroleum jelly or another ointment may be applied after a deep peel to protect the skin. Deep peels are not done on darker skin types because they tend to bleach the skin (hypopigmentation).

TCA is the ingredient of choice for most deep peels, but the Jessner solution can be applied in layers to effect a deep peel.

THE FITZPATRICK SCALE

Which skin tone are you?

THE FITZPATRICK SCALE 1
Pale, porcelain,
or ivory

Characteristics:
Burns easily, never tans.


THE FITZPATRICK SCALE 2
Fair, beige or cream

Characteristics:
Burns easily, tans with difficulty.


THE FITZPATRICK SCALE 3
Light brown, golden, olive

Characteristics:
Slow to burn, will tan.


THE FITZPATRICK SCALE  4
Caramel or medium brown

Characteristics:
Slow to burn, tans easily.


THE FITZPATRICK SCALE  5
Bronze or
rich brown

Characteristics:
May never burn, tans easily.


THE FITZPATRICK SCALE 6
Mahogany or dark brown

Characteristics:
Never Burns and tans profusely.


CHEMICAL PEEL ACID TYPES

Salicylic Peel from MedPeel

Salicylic

Salicylic is a highly effective superficial peeling agent and one of the most effective ingredients to help combat the cause of facial oil, acne and blemishes.

GLycolic Peel from MedPeel

Glycolic

Glycolic is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that effectively exfoliates and moisturizes the skin. This is one of the most common types of peel solutions used.

Jessner Peel from MedPeel

Jessner

Jessner is a popular medium depth chemical peel that contains a combination of lactic acid, salicylic acid and resorcinol to help improve skin health.

AHA Vitamin C Peel from MedPeel

AHA Vitamin C

Combines the power of alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) to resurface skin with antioxidant rich vitamin c for amazing skin brightening results.

TCA Peel from MedPeel

TCA

Trichloracetic Acid (TCA) is a rapid penetrating agent that is commonly used as a spot treatment on various parts of the body in addition to the face.

Fusion Peel from MedPeel

Fusion

Best selling peel that combines glycolic, tca, salicylic and lactic acids with fruit enzymes. Suitable for all skin types and issues with minimum downtime.

Alpha Beta Peel from MedPeel

Alpha Beta

Alpha Beta peels combines the power of Beta Hydroxy Acide (Salicylic) and Alph Hydroxy Acids (Glycolic) for a totally unique and superior facial peel. As the salicylic penetrates clogged and oil-laden pores, the glycolic acid goes to work on the skin’s surface by evenly exfoliating superficial dead skin and debris. The two-step technology of the alpha-beta peel is an ideal system for acne-sufferers!

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