Chemical Peels

Reveal more youthful skin by exfoliating away the dead skin cells that leave skin looking dull and aged. It also helps improve skin texture and lessens the appearance of pigments and fine lines.

About Chemical Peels

What are Chemical Peels?

Chemical peels are exfoliating solutions that are customized for different skin types and incorporate a variety of active ingredients that work to exfoliate dead skin cells and reveal a new layer of skin. Depending on the depth of the peel, different layers of the skin will be targeted and the peel may be applied differently. Superficial skin peels are applied in layers and left on your skin. They’re not timed and removed like deeper chemical peels. The strength of a superficial peel is controlled by the number of layers applied.

How it works

A chemical peel involves applying a chemical solution to your face to remove damaged skin cells and stimulate a fresher, younger-looking complexion. When the dull, damaged surface layer of your skin is removed, new healthier cells grow in its place.

There are different types of chemical peels that use different types of acids. Some acids are stronger than others, your provider will help you understand the differences and suggest the peel that works best for your skin type and concerns.

What to expect

On average, a chemical peel can take between 7-14 days depending on the type of peel and the number of layers being applied. Depending on the strength of your peel, you may feel a warming sensation throughout the application. You can expect little to no downtime for light peels, while medium and deep peels may require a few weeks to recover. You should avoid the sun and any active skincare ingredients (retinol, vitamin C, etc.) until your skin is fully healed.

FAQs

  • -No tanning, self-tanners, or spray tanning at least 2 weeks prior to the procedure

    -Avoid prolonged sun exposure and if you have a tan wait 2 weeks before treatment.

    -Stop retinoid, retinol, vitamin A, or tretinoin 3-5 days before treatment if treating face.

    -If history of cold sores and doing treatment around mouth antivirals are recommended to prevent an outbreak

  • Not at all! You might feel tingly sensation and a slight burning during the procedure. Those feeling last about 10-15 minutes.

  • 5- 7 days

  • You can achieve exceptional results from just one treatment session, and these effects can last up to four months. You will then require maintenance treatment.

    However, you can prolong your results by following several aftercare instructions, such as: Stay hydrated to nourish your skin and give it natural plumpness.

  • -Your skin will look orange for 4 hours after the chemical peel treatment. Then, you will wash it off.

    -Follow the instructions according to VIpeel protocol (will be given right after the procedure)

    -No makeup for 4 hours after the procedure

    -No exercise/working out for 48-72 hours

    -Start applying sunscreen 24 hours after the procedure and reapply every 2 hours if possible