Chemical Peels

Light, Medium Peels; VI Peels

Pink Opal Aesthetics offers chemical peels, also known as chemexfoliation or derma peeling, in both light and medium strengths. Light chemical peels involve the use of milder acids and are generally used for minor skin discolorations, while deeper peels may use stronger acids such as trichloroacetic acid (TCA) or phenol and may be used to address more significant signs of aging. One of the most popular chemical peel systems we use at Pink Opal Aesthetics is the VI Peel system.

VI Peels utilize a blend of ingredients, including various acids (such as trichloroacetic acid, salicylic acid, and lactic acid), vitamin C, and other beneficial substances to address a variety of skin concerns. These peels are formulated to provide a controlled exfoliation of the outer layers of the skin, promoting cellular turnover and revealing a more radiant complexion.

Here are some key features and benefits of VI Peels:

Broad Range of Peels:

VI Aesthetics offers a range of VI Peel formulations to address different skin concerns, including pigmentation irregularities, acne, age spots, fine lines, and wrinkles. Each formulation is tailored to specific skin types and concerns.

Minimal Downtime:

While the intensity and recovery time may vary depending on the specific formulation and individual’s skin, VI Peels are generally designed to have minimal downtime. Some peels may cause mild peeling or flaking of the skin for a few days following the treatment.

During a chemical peel treatment, a Pink Opal skincare professional will apply the chemical solution to the face in a controlled manner. The solution is left on the skin for a predetermined amount of time before it is neutralized or removed. The amount of time the solution is left on the skin will depend on the type and strength of the peel being used.

In a chemical peel, a chemical solution is applied to your skin, which causes a mild trauma or injury to your skin’s layers. The skin layers then peel off to reveal a more youthful skin. The new skin is smoother with fewer lines and wrinkles, has a more even color, and is brighter in complexion.

After a peel, the skin may be pink and sensitive and may flake or peel for several days as the old, damaged skin is shed and the new, healthier skin is revealed. It is important to avoid sun exposure and to follow the Pink Opal skincare professional’s instructions for aftercare and maintenance.

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  • Well Tolerated
  • Downtime
  • Time until results show up (2 weeks)
  • Long Lasting (Permanent)

Benefits of Chemical Peels

Clients usually ask for chemical peels to be applied to their faces, necks or hands and can help reduce or improve:

  • Fine lines under your eyes or around your mouth and wrinkling caused by sun damage, aging, and hereditary factors.
  • Certain types of acne scars.
  • Mild scars
  • Sun spots, age or liver spots, freckles, and uneven skin coloring.
  • Precancerous scaly spots called actinic keratosis.
  • Rough skin, scaly patches, dull complexion.
  • Dark patches (also known as “melasma”) which can result from pregnancy and/or taking birth control pills.

Here are some of the key benefits of a Medium Peel:

A medium peel is a chemical peel that involves the use of stronger acid solutions than a light peel, typically using trichloroacetic acid (TCA). Medium peels penetrate deeper into the skin than light peels and can be more effective at treating a variety of skin concerns. Here are some reasons why someone might choose to get a medium peel:

Addressing moderate to severe skin imperfections:

Medium peels can be more effective than light peels at treating moderate to severe skin imperfections, such as deeper wrinkles, sun damage, and superficial scarring.

Reduces hyperpigmentation:

Medium peels can help reduce skin discoloration, hyperpigmentation, and age spots, resulting in a more even skin tone.

Improved skin texture:

Medium peels stimulate collagen production and can improve skin texture, resulting in a smoother, more youthful appearance.

Results with fewer treatments:

Compared to light peels, medium peels typically require fewer treatments to achieve desired results, which can make this option more convenient for some individuals.

Cost-effective:

Medium peels can be more affordable than some other cosmetic treatments, such as laser resurfacing, making it a more cost-effective option for individuals looking to improve their skin.

Pink Opal Aesthetics offers two different strengths of chemical solutions that provide different results. The chemical you select should be based on your goal and your Pink Opal representative will help you to determine which strength is right for you.

Benefits of Peels: Light & Medium

A light chemical peel (sometimes called “a lunchtime peel”)

A “lunchtime peel” is a type of chemical peel that can be performed during a lunch break or other short period of time, typically taking less than an hour to complete. The primary benefit of a lunchtime peel is that it requires minimal downtime and can be incorporated into a busy schedule. Here are some reasons why someone might choose to get a lunchtime peel:

Convenience:

Lunchtime peels are designed to be quick and convenient, allowing individuals to return to their regular activities immediately following the treatment.

Minimal downtime:

Unlike deeper chemical peels that require a longer recovery time, lunchtime peels typically involve minimal downtime, with some pink skin and peeling lasting only a few days.

Skin rejuvenation:

Lunchtime peels can help improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, and other skin concerns, resulting in smoother, more youthful-looking skin.

Customizable:

Lunchtime peels can be customized to the individual’s needs and goals, with varying strengths and types of chemical peels available.

Affordable:

Compared to other cosmetic treatments, such as laser resurfacing or surgery, lunchtime peels are generally very affordable and require less commitment.

Light Chemical Peels will provide you with a subtle improvement over time and is often done in a series. The outermost layer of skin is removed. This choice may be best if you have fine wrinkling, acne, uneven skin coloring or dry, rough sun-damaged skin to help promote a healthy glow. Recovery from this type of peel may be within hours to a few days but with little to no downtime.

A medium chemical peel

A medium peel gives your skin a smoother, fresher look. The outermost layer and the upper part of your middle skin layer are removed. This choice may be best if you have uneven or moderate skin discoloring, age spots, acne scarring or fine-to-moderate wrinkles. Recovery from this type of peel may take a week or more and require a brief downtime.

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