Peels involve the careful application of a chemical exfoliant to the top layer of the skin for the removal of superficial lesions and blemishes as well as improving the texture and radiance of the skin.
Are peels right for you?
We do not recommend peels during pregnancy or whilst breast feeding. They should not be combined with chemical peels or laser treatment. Recent scarring, depilation (hair removal) and sun burn and retinol products also make a reaction likely so we do not recommend use of peels in these situations.
Side effects include redness and irritation, these are usually mild and last just a few days so we recommend delaying a peel if you have an important social event.
At Belle Vue we recommend the Neo-Strata Glycolic Skin Peel, SkinTech Easy Phytic Peel, the SkinTech TCA Skin Peel, the ICP Peel or one of the Dermaceutic Range of Peels depending on the depth of peel needed and your skin type.
Treatments
Glycolic Peels (NeoStrata) – this peel is most effective for people under 30 years of age
and is effective for mild acne, rosacea and mild sun damage. It is a light peel usually requiring six applications. The treatment consists of:
- Pre-consultation and Face mapping using Visia Skin analysis system.
- Two weeks pre-treatment with Neo-Strata smoothing cream.
- A 2-5 minute application of Glycolic Acid Peel at the clinic (a slight stinging sensation is felt until the Peel is neutralized.
- In clinic application of Neo-Strata Bionic face cream, sun-screen and Barbara Panagos Mineral make-up.
- At home use of Neo-Strata creams and sun-block as instructed by the clinic.
- Follow-up consultation.
Easy Phytic Peel - this peel is effective for all ages and ethnic skin types it is a slow
release superficial peel designed for those do not want visible flaking and want a natural glow from their skin. It is excellent for acne.
It is ideal as a one-off lunch-time peel a few days before a special occasion. The treatment consists of:
- Pre-consultation and Face mapping using Visia Skin analysis system.
- Pre-treatment skin cleansing and a 2-5 minute application of the peel at the clinic (a slight stinging sensation is felt).
- In clinic application of SkinTech Vitamin rich cream tailored to your skin type is applied and its effect enhanced by covering with cling-film for 10 to 15 minutes followed by sun-screen and Barbara Panagos Mineral make-up.
- At home use of SkinTech cream and sun-block as instructed by the clinic.
- Follow-up consultation.
Easy TCA Peel - this is a highly effective medium-depth peel used to treat fine lines, hyperpigmentation (e.g. melasma), sun damage and mild acne scarring.
It is applied in four, weekly sessions. The first two days after each peel the skin feels tight and by the third and fourth day it will start to peel. The peeling appearance can be reduced by applying the recommended SkinTech cream several times each day and using mineral make-up.
This peel is ideal for older, tired and dull-looking skin with fine lines and sun damage. The treatment consists of:
- Pre-consultation and Face mapping using Visia Skin analysis system.
- Pre-treatment skin cleansing and application of the Easy TCA peel at the clinic, a strong stinging/burning sensation is felt until the post peel cream is applied.
- The face is cleaned at home the next morning after which the post-treatment SkinTech Vitamin rich cream tailored to your skin type is applied with a covering of sun-block.
- Follow-up consultation.
ICP Peel - this peel is used to treat light scaring, hyperpigmentation, sun damage and mild acne scarring. It is safe and effective for black and asian skin. The treatment consists of:
- Pre-consultation and Face mapping using Visia Skin analysis system.
- Pre-treatment skin cleansing is followed by application of the mask which is left on for two to eight hours (depending on your skin type). After removal of the mask at home the skin may appear slightly red. Some mild peeling may occur after a few days.
- Post treatment creams (as advised by the clinic) and sun block are applied at home.
- Follow-up consultation.
Dermaceutic Mask Peel – this is a gentle peel recommended for early signs of sun damage and ageing of the skin such as open pores, fine lines, dryness and poor or irregular texture. It contains 30% Glycolic acid peel.
- Pre-consultation and Face mapping using Visia Skin analysis system.
- Two weeks pre-treatment with Dermaceutic cleanser 5 followed by Dermaceutic Serum 25 twice daily to the face. With Light Ceutic in the evenings and Sun-block each morning. This is said to improve peel results as well as identifying any areas of the skin which are sensitive.
- Treatment in the clinic commences with skin cleansing using Dermaceutic Cleanser 5 followed by application of the Mask Peel for 1-2 minutes before being rinsed off. A slight stinging sensation may be felt before the peel is removed.
- Before leaving the clinic we apply Dermaceutic Kceutic face cream followed by a sun block and Barbara Panagoss Mineral make-up.
- Post treatment Dermaceutic creams (as advised by the clinic) and sun block are applied at home.
- Follow-up consultation.
- Repeat treatments up to a total of five sessions every two weeks can used to achieve best results.
Dermaceutic Milk Peel – this is a gentle peel recommended for early signs of sun damage and ageing of the skin such as open pores, fine lines, dryness and poor or irregular texture. It is particularly effective for
acne. It contains containing 50% Glycolic acid, 4% Salicyclic acid and 10% Lactic acid.
- Pre-consultation and Face mapping using Visia Skin analysis system.
- Two weeks pre-treatment with Dermaceutic cleanser 5 followed by Dermaceutic Serum 25 twice daily to the face. With Light Ceutic in the evenings and Sun-block each morning. This is said to improve peel results as well as identifying any areas of the skin which are sensitive.
- Treatment in the clinic commences with skin cleansing with Dermaceutic Cleanser 5 followed by application of the Milk Peel for 1-2 minutes before being rinsed off. A slight stinging sensation may be felt before the peel is removed.
- Before leaving the clinic we apply Dermaceutic Kceutic face cream followed by a sun block and Barbara Panagoss Mineral make-up.
- Post treatment Dermaceutic creams (as advised by the clinic) and sun block are applied at home.
- Follow-up consultation.
- Repeat treatments up to a total of five sessions every two weeks can used to achieve best results.
Dermaceutic Spot Peel – this is a medium peel for treating melasma, sun spots and hyperpigmentation and post-inflammatory pigmentation. It is used in conjunction with the Milk Peel and contains 15% mandelic acid, 5% idebenone. 5% emblica, 5% retinol and 5% salicylic acid.
- Pre-consultation and Face mapping using Visia Skin analysis system.
- Two weeks pre-treatment with Dermaceutic cleanser 5 followed by Dermaceutic Serum 25 twice daily to the face. With Light Ceutic in the evenings and Sun-block each morning. This is said to improve peel results as well as identifying any areas of the skin which are sensitive.
- In the clinic treatment commences with skin cleansing using Dermaceutic Cleanser 5 followed by a Milk Peel applied over the face for 1 minute. Spot Peel is then applied and left on your face from two to eight hours.
- At home we will advise, depending on your skin type, when you should rinse off the cream with water. You may notice some skin redness at this stage and experience some skin peeling a few days later.
- To obtain maximal effect you can continue to use the Dermaceutic Spot Peel Cream at home, applying it at night with the K Ceutic Cream in the morning for 1 month. After the month’s treatment The Dermaceutic Spot Peel Cream may be replaced by Dermaceutic Yellow Cream according to instructions from your practitioner.
- Sun block is always required when using this treatment.
- Follow-up consultation.
- Repeat treatments after one month may be of value in cases of severe melasma and hyperpigmentation.
Dermaceutic Cosmo Peel – this is a rejuvenating peel recommended for advanced sun damage, smoker’s complexion, stretch marks and aging. It is a medium peel containing 15% or 18% TCA.
- Pre-consultation and Face mapping using Visia Skin analysis system.
- Two weeks pre-treatment with Dermaceutic cleanser 5 followed by Dermaceutic Serum 25 twice daily to the face. With Light Ceutic in the evenings and Sun-block each morning. This is said to improve peel results as well as identifying any areas of the skin which are sensitive.
- Treatment. The skin is cleansed with Dermaceutic Cleanser 5 and TCA (15% or 18%) applied over the face. A strong stinging/burning sensation is usually felt until the Cosmo Peel Cream is applied after 1 minute,
- At home, after 12 hours, the face is rinsed clean with water.
- Post treatment Dermaceutic creams (as advised by the clinic) and sun block are then applied.
- Follow-up consultation.
- Repeat treatments every two weeks for a total of three to four sessions can be used to achieve best results.