There's a Younger You Inside

What is a Facial Peel?
Facial Peels or "Chemical Peels" have long been one of the gold standards in cosmetic enhancements of the facial skin. Chemical peeling of the face has been performed for many years. The ancient Egyptians used particles of alabaster mixed with milk and honey to abrade facial skin to create tightening. Cleopatra was said to have bathed in sour milk and French women were known to have applied fermented wine to their faces to improve the quality of their skin.

Who should consider a Facial or "Chemical Peel"?
Anyone who wants their skin to look better and fight the effects of time should consider a Facial Peel. Those who have sun-damage, aging, blemishes, acne scars, hyperpigmentation, melasma, or general poor skin quality will benefit most.

How long will the treatment take?
From start to finish the procedure should take approximately 20 minutes. There is little or no downtime.

When can I schedule my next peel?
Facial Peels are gentle enough to use every three weeks for maximum benefits. Ask your skin care professional when to schedule your next peel.

What should I do after my peel?
You may be more sensitive to the sun, so limit sun exposure during treatment and for at least one week afterwards. Use sun protection for the face of at least SPF 20 or higher.

Avoid strenuous exercise for at least two or three days, as the perspiration may irritate the skin.
When washing your face, do not scrub. Use a gentle cleanser.Avoid wearing foundation after the treatment or during the days when the skin is actually peeling. Many foundations contain ingredients that are greasy, fragranced, and irritating.

Do not "help" the skin to peel to avoid scarring or rashes. Do not pull on or peel shedding skin. Control the flaking with a light moisturizer.Do not have any other facial treatments for at least one week after your Facial Peel. You may resume regular use of Retin-A, alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) products, or bleaching creams only after the peeling process is complete.
 

Glycolic Peels

The Glycolic Acid Peel is a form of chemical peel which resurfaces the skin and clears away acne-causing oil and toxins. Several sessions gradually increase the natural beauty and glow of your skin.

The process can be repeated as often as twice a week. The Peels can range from gentle to strong depending on the amount of layers applied and your skin type.

There may be some mild stinging during the treatment and peeling should occur over the next few days.

Salicylic Acid Peels

Salicylic acid is a beta-hydroxy acid and the only member of the beta-hydroxy acid family. This particular type of peel is ideal for treating acne vulgaris, enlarged pores, rough and oily skin, melasma, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, and photoaging.

Vitalize Peel®

Vitalize Peel from SkinMedica brings the benefits of alpha-hydroxy and other peeling agents in a unique blend to provide a strong, but gentle treatment that is appropriate for all skin types. Vitalize Peel has been clinically proven to help reduce the visible signs of aging.

After one Vitalize Peel, you will notice:

    * An improvement in your skin's texture and tone
    * Lessening of Fine Lines
    * Healthier More Youthful Appearance
    * Dramatic Results are Achieved With a Series of Peels

Illuminize Peel®

This non-invasive very superficial Peel by SkinMedica utilizes a novel approach to chemical peeling with a newer generation of alpha-hydroxy acids (Mandelic Acid and Malic Acid) in combination with Phytic Acid and commonly used peeling agents (Salicylic Acid and Resorcinol) to maximize skin rejuvenating effects with low irritation. Perfect before your weekend event or Wedding! You will love the afterglow and radiance!

- You will achieve enhanced skin appearance with minimal downtime and discomfort
- Tightens the skin and restores a more youthful appearance
- Little or no visible peeling

Power Peel

If you could remove the outermost layer of dry, dead skin cells, you would see just below the surface lies a fresher, younger looking face. That's exactly what Power Peel treatments can do for you. By gently and precisely exfoliating the surface of your skin over a series of sessions, Power Peel treatments whisk away years of dull build-up, revealing brighter, more evenly-toned skin in as little as 4 to 6 treatments. This process combines microdermabrasion with a glycolic or salicylic peel, using combination therapy of physical and chemical exfoliation to improve skin texture. Because layers of dead skin cells form a protective covering for bacteria to breed, Power Peels can help in reducing the incidence of break outs. Power Peels are also indicated for the treatment of superficial lines and wrinkles, sun damage, uneven skin tones, superficial scars, acne and acne scarring.

Over four to six appropriately timed treatments, this repeated process stimulates production of a new layer of skin cells, bringing with it an increased level of collagen and elastin, the building blocks of supple healthy skin. This procedure is safe for all skin types, including Asian and African American skin.


There's a younger you inside and Facial Peels are just some of the ways Esteem Medspas can help bring it out.