/chemical peels
/glycolic peel
Glycolic Peels (70% and 90%) offer professional strength exfoliation that removes dead skin cells and stimulates the production of new cells. Tightens the skin, reduces wrinkling and restores a more youthful appearance.
While results are predictable and noticeable after just one peel, dramatic results are seen after a series of peels.
/vitalize peel
Vitalize Peel® is a powerful yet non-damaging chemical peel that helps fight the effects of time, sun damage, and environmental assaults. This peel can take years off aging skin in just minutes. Vitalize Peel® is the only superficial peel suitable for all skin tones and complexions.
The Vitalize Peel® improves the skin's overall appearance, decreasing fine line wrinkles and restoring even skin tones, evens out acne scarring, tightens pores, improves skin texture, and evens out hyperpigmentation.
While results are predictable and noticeable after just one peel, dramatic results are seen after a series of peels.
•Indicated for mild to moderate skin conditions
•Increases grenz zone collagen by 50%
•Very superficial peel requires little to no downtime
•The only superficial peel suitable for all skin types
/rejuvenize peel - NEW!
A superficial peel that penetrates into the deeper layers of the epidermis and produces more exfoliation than the Vitalize Peel. The formulation includes a unique blend of peeling agents: alpha-hydroxy acids, beta-hydroxy acids, resorcinol and retinoic acid.
While results are predictable and noticeable after just one peel, dramatic results are seen after a series of peels.
•Indicated for moderate to severe skin conditions
•Non-invasive
•Minimal downtime
•Produces a moderate amount of peeling lasting for 2-5 days
•Can be repeated every 4-6 weeks
•Increases grenz zone collagen
/chemical peel faq
Is there anything I need to do to prepare my skin for a chemical peel?
One week prior to your scheduled peel, you should avoid electrolysis, waxing, depilatory creams, laser hair removal, and sun exposure. Patients should be using a sunscreen containing Zinc Oxide 5% or more. Sunscreens containing 5% Zinc Oxide and higher are available for purchase at our office.
GLYCOLIC PEEL
Prior to beginning a glycolic acid peeling procedure, it is necessary that the patient undergo a 2 week minimum of pretreatment with twice daily use of glycolic acid home care products. This helps improve peel results as well as identify potential allergies or skin sensitivities to glycolic acid.
You should stop using AHAs or Retin-A type products for 24-48 hours before your scheduled peel.
VITALIZE or REJUVENIZE PEEL
You should stop using Retin-A, Renova, Differin (Adapalene 0.1%), Tazorac, or any product containing Retinols, Vitamin-C, alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs), GHA, beta-hydroxy acids (BHAs), benzoyl peroxide, or tretinoin for 5-7 days before your scheduled peel.
What are Post Peel instructions?
Avoid sun exposure 1 week after treatment and use sunscreen with Zinc Oxide 5% or greater throughout the course of treatment. Avoid wearing foundations after the treatment or during the days when the skin is actually peeling. When washing your face, use a gentle cleanser and do not scrub the skin. Do not "help" the skin to peel in order to avoid scarring or rashes. Flaking can be controlled with a moisturizer. Use of Retin-A, alpha hydrozy acid products, or bleaching creams can be resumed only after the peeling process is complete.
Who should not be treated?
Those who should not be treated include those with active cold sores or warts, skin with open wounds, sunburn, dermatitis, inflammatory rosacea, rashes , sensitivity to any of the peel components or allergy to aspirin, Accutane use in the past year, recent chemotherapy or radiation therapy, pregnant or breastfeeding women.
What can I expect post-peel?
The peel requires little or no downtime for the patient. Patients can resume normal activities but may want to avoid strenuous exercise for at least 2-3 days, as the perspiration may irritate the skin.
Patients may have a light yellow tinge immediately after the procedure. This is temporary and will fade in 1-2 hours or with cleansing the evening of treatment. Also the skin may be more red than usual for 2-3 days. Within 48 hours flaking may occur which can be controlled with moisturizers. Peels are recommended in a series of 6 at three week intervals for maximum benefit. Some patients notice improvement with one peel. Skin will feel softer and smoother with improvement in epidermal texture. Others may notice improvement in hyperpigmentation and reduction of englarged pores. More dramatic results are often noted after 3 peels.
I'm not sure if I have any glycolic products at home. Where can I get these? Should I use them all the time, or just during my series of peels?
We sell several skincare products that contain glycolic acid, from cleansers to moisturizers, and there are several benefits to using glycolic acid on a regular basis. Glycolic acid, which is an alpha-hydroxy acid, helps to shed dead skin cells and hydrate the skin at the same time. During your complimentary consultation, a skincare specialist will assist you in selecting the product that is right for you.
