Why do Peels?
As our skin ages it often becomes thicker, drier, and sometimes quite textured.
A peel suited for a specific skin condition can create more eveness to the complexion and remove dead thick skin on a deeper level than regular exfoliation at home. Resulting in a more youthful and softer appearance to the skin.
Who is Suitable for a Peel?
At the spa, we always do a skin analysis prior to any treatments. Glycolic and enzyme peels are available in different percentages and different concentration levels. Someone who is fair may be concerned if they would be more prone to scarring. This may not be the case, as everyone has different sensitivity levels, texture and thickness to the skin. A proper skin analysis may determine if you would be a suitable candidate for a peel.
After any peel, it is essential to have post treatments at home. Protecting the skin with a sunscreen that does not clog the pores, and application of the appropriate moisturizer or gel for the suited skin condition aids the newly exposed skin after the peel.
Be Careful and Don’t be Excessive!
We have seen some clients with an increase of sensitivity levels on their skin, which have resulted from a previous technician failing to do a proper assessment of the skin, not providing the appropriate post treatments, or excessive peels. It is very important to have a technician who understands the depth of the skin and neutralizes the product in time.
In this case we have helped them by shifting our focus to help strengthen their skin with concentrates and sometimes the LED light therapy.
How Often Should One do a Peel?
If you experience cakey or uneven makeup, or for people who have built up texture from acne, peels are amazing . Reducing the texture creates a smoother canvas for a flawless makeup application.
Depending on the skin type and condition, most of our clients do a peel once a month if they are over the age of 35 or so. Other clients we recommend seasonally. It’s especially great after the summer and winter seasons.
How are Peels different from a Granular Scrub?
Mechanical scrubs are great to slough off excess dead skin and deep pore cleansing, and depending on your skin condition should be part of your skin care regime at home, especially if you have a oily skin type. Peels depending on the percentage and ingredients, is capable of removing a layer(s) of skin to expose the newer healthier skin.