Your treatment is applied in the clinic and remains on the face - we do not wash it off. You will need to leave the peel on and follow the instructions to continue the peel at home with the steps that follow the initial session. This peel can be performed 3/4 times through out the year to maintain healthy skin. For a more intensive course we recommend a series of 3 peels spaces 2-3 weeks apart.
Two-four VI peels per year along with proper home care can reverse sun damage, treat hyper pigmentation including melasma, acne and acne scarring, ageing skin and rosacea. Unlike traditional chemical peels VI peels are virtually painless and require NO skin preconditioning and have minimal downtime with results being seen within 1 week.
This peel combines a cocktail of antioxidants to fight free radical damage. It also contains skin exfoliants to remove dead skin cell build up. TCA stimulate fibroblast and collagen production whilst Phenol contains antiseptic and dissolves skin cells. AHA is also an ingredient which dissolve the fibrous bands that hold cells together allowing for easier exfoliation.
Antioxidants - to stop and slow down the oxidation process the destroy our skin cells. Exfoliating agents - each ingredient has a specific mode of action to to explicate dead skin Trichloroacetic Acid (TCA) - Combines 3 x chlorine molecules with acetic acid - a mild organic acid derived from vinegar. Phenol (carbolic acid) - An antiseptic and numbing agent that dissolves skin cells Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) - Dissolves Demosomes for easier exfoliation.
There is no skin prepping fo this peel.
The peeling stage from VI peels are roughly 2-6 days.
Dont wash, touch or apply make up of sunscreen for at least 4-6 hours whilst the peel is on the skin.
In rare case sensitive clients may experience pain/burning/stinging/swelling or extreme redness after the VI peel application.
Clients will continue the treatment aftercare after leaving the clinic to maximise the outcome of the peel. The aftercare will be given t you on the day of the treatment and includes: Peel prep towelettes, moisturisers, SPF and moisturiser.
Avoid heavy perspiration for 24 hours post treatment. Avoid heat such as Sauna’s and steam rooms for 24 hours. No facial treatments for up to 2 weeks post treatment. Do not wash or rub the skin with any sponges or flannels for 4-6 hours post treatment.
Mild itching, redness and irritation may follow post the peel. This is normal and you should apply nothing to the skin. Your skin will most likely take up to 7 days to heal.
We advice to wear no make up for 7 days whilst the peel is in action.
Do not pick the peel off the skin. This will cause tenderness, redness, skin irritation, stinging or slight burning.
You will begin to see results between 7-14 days. Some areas of skin may be slightly darker or lighter than usual for up to one month.
No more than 30 minutes.
