Medical Grade Chemical peels are a safe and effective cosmetic procedure used to deeply exfoliate and treat the skin. Chemical peels are used to improve active acne as well as sun-damaged, unevenly pigmented and aging skin. In addition, chemical peels are used to restore a healthy, luminous and radiant appearance to the skin.
Chemical Peel Quick Facts
Chemical peels work by deeply exfoliating and treating the skin.
Typical downtime (redness & peeling) is 7-10 days for a medium to deep peel.
It is important to avoid sun exposure for two weeks post treatment to ensure your best result.
The Perfect Derma Peel
The Perfect Derma Peel is becoming a favorite chemical peel at Nu Image because the results are wonderful.
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Chemical peels vary in ingredient composition as well as penetration depths. A peel will be chosen for you based on your skin concerns and type. Peels vary from superficial with very minimal downtown to deep peels meant to treat scarring.
Light to Medium chemical peels penetrate into the epidermis, the top layer of the skin, speeding up the exfoliation process and in turn treating congestion, dark spots and rejuvenating your overall skin.
Deep chemical peels penetrate to the very bottom layer of the epidermis where they stimulate your skin’s natural healing response and promote collagen and elastin production. These peels are typically used to treat scarring and moderate to severe pigmentation.
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You have active acne or acne scarring.
You want to "refresh" your skin's appearance.
You have sun-damaged skin.
You have enlarged pores or textural irregularities.
You have oily or congested skin.
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First, your esthetician will assess your skin to decide which peel would best suit your skin type and concerns. Next, your esthetician will cleanse your skin thoroughly. Dermaplaning, a deep physician exfoliation, may be done at this time to boost the results of your treatment. Once your skin has been prepped, a chemical solution is then applied to your entire face. Your technician will avoid application to your brows, eyes and lips.
During your peel application you may experience a slight tingling (light to medium peels) or a burning sensation (deep peels). Cool air can be provided during your treatment to make the treatment as comfortable as possible. Your technician carefully observes changes in the appearance of your skin to allow the solution to sit for the optimal length of time, additional passes of the solution may be applied at this time. The solution used for your treatment is either rinsed off or left on the skin depending on the type of chemical peel used.
Immediately after your peel you should expect slight redness that typically dissipates within a day or two. The day after your peel your skin may feel dry and tight. Peeling typically begins 24-72 hours post-treatment and lasts 5-7 days. Post-treatment instructions and skincare tailored to your treatment will be recommended for you.
A word from Medical Esthetician Allyssa Finnik | @skinbyallyssa
“The Perfect Derma Peel 😍 Our clinic's latest advancements for in-clinic chemical-based treatments to help target stubborn pigmentation, active acne, fine lines, wrinkles, texture and thick skin.
This treatment follows very similar rules to all previous chemical peels that I have performed over the last several years, such as brightening, targeting bacteria, exfoliating surface texture and revealing new beautiful skin 🧖🏽♀️
This is the first chemical peel on the Canadian market to contain Glutathione, Kojic Acid, Retinoic Acid in a beautiful mixture of TCA, Salicylic Acid, Vitamin C and Phenol for a perfectly curated cocktail for brighter, softer and smoother skin. 🥰
The downtime is roughly 7 days, depending on the person. Visible peeling is noticed on days 2-3, and the skin peels outwards from the mouth to the outer rim of the face over this 7 day period.
Results are noticed within 7-14 days post-procedure, and subsequent peels can be performed as early as 4 weeks after the initial appointment.
Significant improvement can be noticed after 2-4 peels, however, many clients noticed a difference in their skin after each appointment.”
Chemical Peels – Planning Toolkit
Following your chemical peel it is important to avoid sun exposure for two weeks. After that period, we recommend you continue to protect your skin by using sunscreen on a daily basis. Two of our most popular sunscreens are ZO Skin Health Sunscreen & Primer and Vivier Skin SPF 30 Lotion, both of these sunscreens are non-comedogenic and oil free.
When treating a specific condition, like acne, chemical peels can be performed every four weeks. To maintain your results or for overall skin rejuvenation we suggest that chemical peels be performed seasonally (every 3-4 months).
