THE PROCEDURE

 
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Before

Chemical peels are done in our medical spa as an outpatient procedure. Our aesthetician will consult with you to determine the best type of peel for your skin. Please stop the use of all active products on area being treated 5-7 days prior to your appointment including: Benzoyl peroxide, Retin A, Differin Gel and Glycolic/Salicylic acids.

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During

During a chemical peel, the skin is cleansed and the solution is applied, which may cause a brief stinging sensation.
Depending on type of peel, application takes no more than 30 minutes.

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After

Side effects may vary depending on the chemical peel and usually don’t last longer than a week.
Common short-term side effects include redness, irritation, swelling and stinging.

 

AREAS TREATED

 
 

FACE • Arms • décolleté

 
 

Read more about our different peels below

+ VI Peel

Our most intense peel offered, VI improves tone, texture, and clarity of the skin while also reducing or eliminating age spots, freckles, and hyperpigmentation (including melasma). It also reduces pore size and helps clear acne conditions.
The VI Peel will promote the stimulation of collagen for firmer skin, as well as soften fine lines and wrinkles. This chemical peel is virtually painless and takes approximately 20 minutes. Except for sunscreen, little to no skin preparation needed. Severe peeling is what makes it so effective, but it will only last 7 days.

+ Obagi Blue Radiance Peel

The Obagi Blue Radiance Peel helps to reverse the effects of aging, sun damage and other skin conditions.
Using salicylic acid, this chemical peel treatment sloughs off dead cells while stimulating the skin’s natural renewal process. The chemical peel reduces breakouts and the appearance of enlarged pores, balances skin tone, diminishes fine lines and acne scars resulting in clear, beautiful skin.
This peel is typically not recommended for pregnant women. The Obagi Peel is designed to complement the Obagi Skin Care System.

+ Glycolic Peels

With the use of alpha hydroxy acids (aha’s), our Glycolic Peel increases your skin’s performance to allow fresher skin cells to surface. This chemical peel stimulates collagen production, refines large pores and improves fine lines and texture.

+ Lactic Acid Peels

This superficial and no downtime chemical peel is ideal to give you picture perfect skin before any big event.
The lactic acid gently exfoliates and hydroquinone gradually lightens pigment and sun damage.
The addition of hydroquinone is optional. This chemical peel is very popular for brides needing that last minute “glow.”

 
 
 

Are there specific instructions for chemical peels?

Please stop the use of all active products on area(s) being treated 5-7 days prior to your appointment including: Benzoyl peroxide, Retin A, Differin Gel and Glycolic/Salicylic acids.

Due to the nature of the VI Peel, please call 415-409-6500 to schedule.