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What is a Chemical Peel?

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          Chemical Peels treat the following :

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• Fine lines and wrinkles

• Acne scarring

• Melasma

• Other scarring such as trauma or surgical

• Stretch marks

• Hyperpigmentation or irregular skin tone

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Why Choose a Chemical Peel?

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If you’re considering a chemical peel, you’ll probably want to know what its good points are – but why should you choose a chemical peel over, say, a facial or even Botox®?  Well, you simply don’t have to!  There are plenty of benefits to a peel, not least because it can be used in conjunction with a whole host of other treatments, including facials and Botox®!  Here’s our expert opinion:

 

It’s Safe and Effective

 

A chemical peel is an extremely safe procedure when carried out by a professional clinician.  The chemical peels we use are renowned for their gentle efficacy and safety.  A skin peel removes damaged outer layers of the skin to reveal smoother, brighter-looking skin beneath.  They can also help restore glow to tired, dull skin while targeting other concerns such as acne, sun damage, pigmentation, fine lines and wrinkles and scarring. After only one treatment, this rejuvenating treatment will give you instant results.  Remember, you can peel nearly every other part of your body too and some people like the backs of their hands peeled to give them a younger, fresher looking glow.

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It’s quick - treatments are quicker than you might expect – it only takes around 15-20 minutes to complete the actual treatment, although a thorough consultation and aftercare programme will mean that you might expect to be with us for anything up to an hour.​

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Does it hurt?

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There is usually a warming or heat sensation during the treatment and you may experience a slight burning, tingling or pinching feeling. You may also feel a slight tightness post-treatment, but these are all normal and tolerable and will all subside within an hour after treatment. These sensations are nothing to be concerned with.  Please remember that redness will always be present after a properly administered peel and you may experience some dryness and/or ‘sloughing off’ of the skin, but we will set you your own post-peel treatment programme that will hydrate the skin and help deal with any sensitivity issues.

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 How do I care for my skin after treatment?

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You won’t need to take time off work (although your skin may look a little red and flushed at first!). And you can apply make-up 24 hours post-treatment.  You will also be given an after-care booklet and a personal after-care treatment programme, which will include necessary care factors such as using an SPF30+ sun screen and details of a personal skincare regime to aid repair.  Please do NOT touch your face as this can lead to increased healing time, hyper-pigmentation or scarring. Re-epithelialization starts 24 hours after treatment after which collagen is regenerated over 2-3 month period.

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