Everything you need to know about skin peels
Peels have fast become a treatment I absolutely love to perform as they offer the perfect combination of instant results with that little bit of chill time! Peels are a quick treatment with limited downtime, they can easily slot into a lunch break too! Let me tell you more about them and why you should choose skin peels.
Chemical peels are fast-becoming the number one clinical skin treatment worldwide. They can significantly reduce the appearance of wrinkles, pigmentation and blemishes with no discomfort and minimal downtime.
What is a chemical peel?
Medik8 chemical peels are professional-grade exfoliating acids applied to the skin help resurface and retexture. Medik8’s extensive range of Professional Chemical Peels are targeted superficial skin peels in a mix of formulas from single acids (mono) to the signature range in a blend of acids tailored to a specific skin goals.
Benefits of peels:
- smoother skin texture
- clearer complexion
- reduction in appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
- lightens hyperpigmentation
- clears breakouts
Introducing 12 weeks to WOW!
At Zen, we recommend a course of peels to really see and feel the difference for the long-term, but sometimes it can be difficult to know where to start so we offer the Medik8 12 Weeks to WOW programme. Combining 6 Medik8 professional in-clinic peels tailored to your skin goals, plus an at-home daily skincare routine. Think of it as Personal Training for your skin. In the same way, you might visit a Personal Trainer for fitness or even a hairdresser on a regular basis, we have trained therapists ready to help you get Beautiful Skin for Life by curating a tailor-made skincare programme just for you.
How do I get started?
Meet our Medik8 trained therapist for your initial Skin Consultation, where we are able to discuss your skin goals, prescribe a full at-home and in-clinic regime. Plus hints, tips and motivation along the way. Your prescribed CSA skincare routine is used a minimum of 2 weeks prior to your first peel and you use this throughout the 12 week programme and this ensures optimum skin health which gives the best results. If you would to take the next step to achieve your best ever skin the just book a skin consultation to embark on your skin journey.
What happens during my peel?
Just 45 minutes in your therapist’s hands can visibly rejuvenate skin to provide a softer, smoother, more youthful-looking complexion!
All aspects of the facial peel are tailored to you. We begin by preparing the skin, then will proceed with your skin specific peel by applying it with a small brush, you may feel a slight warmth or tingling. We will assess your skin during this step to allow for the best results while keeping your skin in a safe and stable state. Your skin will then be neutralised with Medik8’s signature calming ritual, then indulge in the Ultimate Recovery facial mask applied post peel to soothe, calm and cool the skin, you’ll also get the added luxury of a relaxing hand and arm massage. To end your facial and to maximise the results of the skin rejuvenation process we use calming yet concentrated serums and protection.
Your therapist will review your skins progress, give feedback and make changes to your treatment programme in real-time. Throughout the 12 weeks we can progress you onto other peels within the Medik8 range so together, we can get the best results for you.
What’s are the immediate results after the peel?
Ultimately your skin will feel softer, smoother and more glowing! You could feel that your skin a little tight and appear slightly flushed 24 hours post-peel. Within 3 days your skin could start to flake but within the week you will start to see clearer, more uniform skin tone. Over a course of 6 peels, results will be even more visibly profound. The Post-Treatment Skin Kit contains 4 products that you require to use after your peel.
Experience the transformative power of Medik8 facials and reveal a new level of confidence and beauty through radiant and rejuvenated skin. Our chemical peels treatment penetrate deep into the skin to unveil a smoother and more youthful complexion, helping you say goodbye to fine lines, hyperpigmentation, and blemishes. Explore the secret to glowing skin and embrace a newfound confidence with Medik8 facials.
Prepare to be wowed in just 2 weeks! You can call us now to book your Skin Consultation.
By Anna, Beauty Therapist
Book a skin consultation with Anna to find out what you need to do make physical changes in your skin.