What is a Chemical Peel?
A chemical peel is a solution applied to the face to remove dead skin cells and stimulate the growth of new cells.
The aim is to improve the appearance of the skin, for example, by reducing age spots and evening-out skin tone.
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Important Information
Ensuring that you come to your session with clean skin. This means your practitioner has a clear base to work with, and no impurities are on the skin.
It is imperative to stay hydrated the week before your treatment. Drink more water than you normally do. If you do not drink more water at least 5 days before your treatment, blood could clot during the procedure. They cannot do the treatment.
Hydrating your body means hydrating your skin. This will minimize any breakouts or skin issues that can arise after your treatment.
We recommend avoiding spicy foods and caffeine the week before your appointment. These will increase skin sensitivity. They can cause flare-ups for any existing skin conditions. Maintain a healthy diet. This helps you feel your best.
Additionally, your blood quality will improve, leading to better results. Avoid using exfoliating products at least 4 days before your facial.
Avoid experimenting with new facial products. If you have a skin routine, don't change it.
Do:
Moisturise your skin Your skin will be reacting to the peel by drying out and flaking. So, it’s important to give it a little extra moisture. After a chemical peel, keep your face moisturised until your skin heals. Use a moisturiser that doesn’t contain harsh chemicals. They could irritate your sensitive skin.
Protect your skin from the sun Chemical peels remove the top layer of your skin. This is great for rejuvenation and exfoliation. The skin underneath is fresh and new and so sensitive. It’s important to shield your skin from the sun for the first two weeks after a chemical peel. Also, avoid direct and prolonged contact with it. This new skin is being welcomed to the world. You’re at risk of developing blotchy patches and irregular skin tone if you don’t. You should also use SPF 30+ during aftercare. Using sunscreen should be part of your routine.
Take a break from Makeup During your Chemical Peel aftercare, if you wear makeup, it’s best to take a little break from your usual routine. Products like mascara will be fine. Yet, any topical makeup for your skin, such as a non-mineral foundation, may clog your exposed and opened pores. For light peels, it’s possible that you could wear makeup within 1-2 days post-peel, but we’d recommend letting your skin heal and breathe a bit.
Reconsider your skincare products For good chemical peel aftercare, let your skin repair itself. Stop treatments right away to allow your skin to heal. Using soap-free cleansers will be kind to sensitive skin. It’s worth investing in one if you haven’t got one already.
DON'T
Scratch or pick at the treated area We know this might be tempting, but you’ll have to refrain. Even light chemical peels cause a slight peeling of the skin for a few days after treatment. This flaking is dead, damaged, and dying skin cells reacting to the peel. They fall away to reveal fresh skin underneath. It’s important not to give in to the urge to pick, rub, or scratch at this shedding skin. You may negatively affect your results and increase the chance of infection! A cold compress will help alleviate these itches. Otherwise, we’d advise against picking after your chemical peel.
Avoid retinol
As part of this healing process, you should also avoid using retinol a week
before your peel. Make sure you don’t use it while your skin is healing.
Frequently asked questions
A chemical peel uses a chemical solution to improve the appearance of your skin. You apply the chemical solution to your skin during the treatment. This causes your existing skin to break down. Eventually, it peels off, revealing more youthful skin. This will happen over a few days after your session. The new skin is usually smoother with fewer lines and wrinkles. It has a more even skin tone and is brighter in complexion.
Chemical peels can reduce and improve many skin concerns. These include fine lines, wrinkles, acne, scars, uneven skin color, and other skin imperfections.
You will work with your practitioner to uncover the issues you feel you have with your skin. You will also discuss what you want to achieve from your session.
Your practitioner will determine a personalised session. They will use the best chemicals for your skin. Different chemicals determine the depth of your peel. They also determine the type of skin condition treated.
There are many different skin conditions that chemical peels can treat and improve. Even if you don’t have any specific concerns, chemical peels can still greatly improve your skin tone. They also enhance hydration and skin appearance. Chemical peels are most commonly performed on your face, neck or hands. They can help reduce or improve:
Fine lines can form under your eyes or around your mouth due to sun damage, ageing, and hereditary factors. These factors also cause wrinkling.
Certain types of acne
Mild scarring.
Sun spots, age spots, liver spots, freckles, uneven skin colouring.
Precancerous scaly spots called actinic keratosis.
Rough skin, scaly patches, dull complexion.
Dark patches (melasma) due to pregnancy or taking birth control pills.
You can use superficial peels on all skin types. Everyone can benefit from a chemical peel. A chemical peel would benefit you if you have specific skin concerns or feel your skin could use a little rejuvenating. That being said, one may not suit some people.
If you have any of the following, a chemical peel is not recommended:
Have a history of abnormal skin scarring.
Have extra colouring in your scars.
Have skin conditions or take medications that make your skin more sensitive.
Can't stay out of the sun for the healing period.