Chemical Peels

Treatment Snapshot

Duration
From 30 minutes

Anaesthesia
None required

Contraindications
Pregnancy and breastfeeding, current use of oral retinoids, sunburn or windburn, warts, active herpes simplex, history of keloid scarring, uncontrolled systemic disease (to include diabetes, thyroid, cancer,), autoimmune disease, collagen disease

Downtime
No downtime for most using the lighter peels, although with a deeper peel there is the potential for some scabbing and social downtime

Final Result
Textural smoothing and improvements with acne prone skin, and an increased glow and radiant appearance

Suitable For
All skin types, although any pre-existing conditions must be disclosed

Chemical Peels are not a new phenomenon; they have been used for hundreds of years in various forms. Cleopatra was the first known exponent of chemical peels, with ancient Romans also using various food acids to peel their skin. In the early 1900’s salons offered peels with “secret ingredients”

Glycolic acid peels continue to be the mainstay of many skin treatments today.

  • Chemical peels remove the outer layer of skin.
  • They are fast and convenient with minimal “down time”.
  • They have immediately noticeable results.
  • They reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
  • They remove rough scaly patches.
  • They give a fresher, brighter, more hydrated appearance.
  • They are safe and effective on black/ Asian skin.

NeoStrata’s peeling solutions were developed by renowned dermatologist, Dr.Eugene J Van Scott, and dermatopharmacologist, Dr. Ruey J Yu, to provide physicians with a highly effective, superficial peeling systems.

NeoStrata peels offer maximum bio-availability and 100% free glycolic acid, along with a comprehensive range of acid concentrations for optimum strength and flexibility in treating patients of all skin types and conditions.

The NeoStrata skin rejuvenation system of glycolic peels offer the flexibility of four concentrations including 20%, 35%,50% and 70% free glycolic acid.

NeoStrata skin peels have all the benefits associated with glycolic acid skin peels, but in addition are:

  • Fragrance free
  • Physician strength
  • Not tested on animals
  • Do not contain any animal derived ingredients

Why should I have a skin peel?

The following improvements can be expected following a skin peel:

  • Diminished appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
  • A more even skin tone, and lightening of discolouration
  • Reduced appearance of pore size
  • Improved skin tone and texture
  • Reduced appearance of blemishes in acne/ spot prone skin
  • Visual softening of shallow acne scars
  • Increased skin glow and radiance

What products are used?

We use two different medical grade peeling systems, one being Dermaceutic and the other NeoStrata ProSystem skin peel range. We use the NeoStrata ProSystem skin peel range. This is a highly effective, superficial peeling system used by medical skincare professionals that is clinically proven to achieve outstanding results.

Is the treatment painful?

The treatment is not painful, although it should be expected to experience a slight tingling, or heat like sensation

Will I need more than one session?

It is not imperative to have more than one session, although some patients like to continue with the treatment as part of a course when seeking deeper textural changes for their skin.

How quickly will I see results?

Results can be seen almost immediately for most following the subsidence of the initial reddening of the skin post treatment. For others, it may take a couple of days for any dryness and sensitivity to diminish.

Areas we cover include, Ormskirk, Aughton, Maghull, Aintree, Melling, Birkdale, Crosby, Formby, Parbold, Wigan, Preston, Skelmersdale, Southport, Blackpool, Lythm St Annes, Liverpool, Warrington, Stockport, Bolton, Chester, Chorley, Manchester, Knutsford, Cheshire, Lancaster and more…