Chemical peels are non-invasive cosmetic procedures that use a single or a combination of alpha hydroxy acids (AHA) to address your specific skin type and skin conditions. These acids work together to break down the top few layers of the epidermis Stratum corneum (your skin's top outer layer), exfoliating the skin and leaving behind the healthier layers underneath.
AHA are acids that is derived from sugarcane, milk or fruit.
1. Glycolic Acid
Glycolic acid is derived from sugar cane and is considered the strongest because of the small size of its molecules. It penetrates the skin deeply to help stimulate collagen production.
2. Lactic Acid
Lactic acid is milder than glycolic acid and also helps hydrate the skin. Because its molecules are larger than glycolic acid, it doesn’t penetrate the skin as deeply. Lactic acid is found in milk.
3. Malic Acid
Malic acid is known for its skin-brightening abilities. With a molecule size larger than that of lactic acid, it’s also gentler on the skin. Malic acid is naturally occurring in apples.
4. Mandelic Acid
Mandelic acid is similar to lactic and malic acids in that its larger particle size makes it potentially less irritating.
5. Citric Acid
Citric acid is the mildest, least acidic of the AHAs mentioned here. Found naturally in citrus fruits such as orange, lemon, lime and grapefruit.
Chemical peels are excellent for addressing a variety of skin conditions, by using AHAs to trigger a controlled trauma to the epidermis (skin) to address these skin concerns:
·Acne
·Chronic sun damage
·Fine lines and wrinkles
·Hyperpigmentation (brown spots)
·Melasma
·Oily skin (large, visible pores)
·Scarring
·Uneven skin tone or texture
We offer several facial treatments with AHAs to address your concerns (dull skin, acne scars, hyperpigmentation, fine lines & wrinkles):
The Pro-Skin Custom Facial is a fully customized facial will include a deep cleaning, exfoliation through highly effective lactic and alpha/beta gel-based peels, treatment masks, and infusion designed to address the signs of aging, acne, and congestion, pigmentation concerns, and sensitivity, resulting in radiant skin.
The Hydrating Lactic Acid Peel Facial is designed to gently and effectively exfoliate while hydrating and brightening your skin.
There are several requisites that must be done prior to the introduction of AHA's on a client: cease Retinols, Retin A, Renova, Glycolic and Salicylic acids for one week prior to your appointment. We recommend that you come in for a patch test prior to the appointment to understanding if there is no allergic reactions prior to the appointment. That is no charge for the patch test.
We have advanced training and are certified to perform chemical peels for two brands:
Dermalogica
Circadia
Depending on the chemical peel and your skin’s adaptation to the treatment, you may have a range of peeling (skin shedding off). Because a chemical solution consisting of a mix of alpha hydroxy acids (AHA) is applied to your skin, this causes a (controlled) wound/trauma to your skin's layers. Over 3 -5 days, the skin layers eventually peel off revealing more new skin. The amount of peeling depends on several factors (number of layers applied, % of the AHA, your skin’s wound healing cycle, etc).
After the treatment, no other facial procedures will be performed that day. You will be given a homecare regimen (a set of products) to use for a specific time frame. A two (2) week, post-peel follow-up visit will be scheduled to perform a check-in on the results and perform a follow-up facial.
