What Are Chemical Peels?
What Can I Expect During My Appointment?
Your esthetician will ask about your concerns and skin care goals before beginning. Once expectations have been set, we are ready to begin. There are typically 4 steps of a chemical peel treatment. 1- A thorough cleanse. 2- A pre-treatment solution is applied. 3- The application of the peel. Depending on the peel that was chosen, multiple layers may be done. Or after a number of minutes, the peel will be removed. 4- Post care products and SPF will be applied. Your esthetician will finish by going over post care instructions so you can get your best results.
How Long Do Results Last?
Lighter chemical peels, like lactic and glycolic, exfoliate the top layers of the skin. These results will typically last about a week and can be done every couple of weeks.
Our more aggressive peels target the deeper layers of the skin. These will have long term results after multiple treatments. These should be done every 3-4 weeks. Most people will need 3-6 treatments to achieve their goals. Using proper home care will help you get the most out of your treatment and extend your results.
Do Chemical Peels Hurt?
The sensations you feel depend on the strength of peel used. You can typically expect to feel prickling and/or heat, itching, and feeling tight. We use a fan to help make your treatment more comfortable. Within a few minutes these sensations will dissipate and you will feel back to normal before you walk out the door.
Is There Any Downtime or Recovery After This Treatment?
Our lighter peels are non-invasive, so besides a little redness that typically is gone by the time you get home, there is no downtime or recovery. Some patients will report having a little dryness and flaking, but no actual peeling. For our more aggressive peels you do have some social downtime. Most people are red for about 24 hours, followed by 3-7 days of peeling. The peeling process can be as minimal as just some slight flaking, or can be like shedding like a snake! It depends on how much skin there is to exfoliate, as well as how in-depth we go with your peel. You and your esthetician can decide together what the best options are for you!
Who performs this treatment at Beauty Lab + Laser?
How Much Do Peels Cost?
We offer four levels of peels to fit every skin type and goal:
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Mini Feel the Peel $79
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Full Feel the Peel $150
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Mega Feel the Peel $200
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The Perfect Derma Peel™ $250
How Long Will My Appointment Take?
Mini Feel The Peels take about 20 minutes. Full Feel The Peels can take anywhere from 30-40 minutes. And Mega Feel The Peel takes 45 minutes.
Is There Any Prep For This Treatment?
Discontinue use of retinol, active ingredients like glycolic and salicylic, and any topical acne creams 5-7 days before and after your treatment. We can’t treat skin that has recently been waxed or lasered. We can’t treat sunburned skin, or skin that has any open wounds or rashes. So other than making sure your skin is treatable, just come into your appointment and we will take care of the rest!
Are There Any Products I Should Be Using At Home?
We recommend using medical-grade skincare products all the time! We carry Alastin, Skinceuticals, Skin Medica, SkinBetter and Plated Skin Science. Our expert estheticians can help guide you through putting together the perfect aftercare routine.
What Are The Different Peels, And How Do I Choose?
We have 4 levels of peels to choose from. Depending on your goals and schedule, your esthetician can help you pick your perfect peel.
Mini Feel The Peel ($79)
Professional Pumpkin Exfoliator Recommended for all Fitzpatrick skin types.
5% Lactic Acid, Pumpkin, Papain, Pomegranate
Gentle enzyme exfoliating treatment. The antioxidant-packed formula is also enhanced with active collagen-inducing peptides which are ideal for restoring skin hydration, tone, and firmness.
Micropeel 20% AHA (glycolic) – Recommended for Fitzpatrick 1-4 skin types.
20% Glycolic
Smooths surface texture. Improves signs of photoaging including fine lines, wrinkles, dullness, and uneven skin tone
Micropeel Sensitive Skin Solution
Recommended for all Fitzpatrick skin types.
12% glycolic acid, 8% lactic acid, 2% phytic acid
Hydration, brightening, event ready peel, light exfoliation.
Full Feel The Peel ($150)
Professional Solution with 20% Salicylic Acid Recommended for Fitzpatrick 1-3 skin types, and with caution for Fitzpatrick 4-6.
20% Salicylic Acid
Moderate to advanced acne, oily and aging skin. This solution is also great for reducing excess oil, congestions and blackheads
5 Berry Pigment Control Peel
Recommended for all Fitzpatrick skin types.
7% TCA plus 5 natural berries
Pigmentation and photo-damaged skin. Has tyrosinase inhibiting and antioxidant properties and produces mild to moderate amounts of peeling/flaking. Hyperpigmentation, acne, brightening. Can also be used in place of a pretreat solution. Can be used after microneedle
BioRePeel
Recommended for Fitzpatrick 1-3 skin types, and with caution for Fitzpatrick 4-6.
35% TCA, 5% Lactobionic Acid, 10% GABA, 2% Salicylic Acid, Arginine, and Vitamin C
A no-peel, no-downtime peel that helps improve skin texture, stimulate collagen production, reduce fine lines, acne, and hyperpigmentation. Excellent for clients looking for glow, clarity, and skin rejuvenation without visible peeling. Great for oily, congested, dull, and aging skin
Professional Vitamin A Solution 10% TCA
Recommended for all Fitzpatrick skin types.
10% TCA 10% Glycolic 5% Retinol
Ideal for superficial to medium pigmentation/post inflammatory hyperpigmentation, acne/acne scars, photo-aged/damaged, and tone/texture. Can be used after a microneedle. Great for melasma.
Professional Pigment Lift Solution (15% TCA)
Recommended for all Fitzpatrick skin types.
15% TCA
Treating, correcting, and controlling pigmentation and wrinkles. Superficial to deep acne.
Professional Jessner Solution
Recommended for Fitzpatrick 1-3 skin types, and with caution for Fitzpatrick 4-6.
14% Salicylic 14% Lactic 14% Resorcinol
This peel is recommended for moderate to advanced acne, keratinized, oily and aging skin. This peel is also great for reducing the appearance of acne scars and superficial hyperpigmentation
AlphaRet Professional Peel 30%
Recommended for Fitzpatrick 1-4 skin types, and with caution for Fitzpatrick 5-6.
30% blend of lactic, glycolic, and salicylic acid. Plus AlphaRet
Ideal for mild to moderate photodamage, early signs of aging, dullness, and minor pigment irregularities. Gently resurfaces the skin, improves clarity and texture, and supports collagen stimulation
Mega Feel The Peel ($200)
Advanced Corrective Peel
Recommended for Fitzpatrick 1-5 skin types.
14% Salicylic, 14% Lactic, 10% Phenylethyl resorcinol
Improves the appearance of stubborn discoloration, evens skin tone and texture, helps minimize the appearance of enlarged pores
AlphaRet Professional Peel 50%
Recommended for Fitzpatrick 1-3 skin types, and with caution for Fitzpatrick 4-6.
Lactic, glycolic, and salicylic acid. Plus AlphaRet
An intensified version of the AlphaRet 30% peel, designed for patients with more visible photodamage, moderate to severe hyperpigmentation, fine lines, and dull texture. Provides deeper exfoliation and more noticeable improvement in tone and radiance while still minimizing downtime
The Perfect Derma Peel™ ($250)
Recommended for all Fitzpatrick skin types.
Glutathione, Kojic Acid, TCA, Phenol, Salicylic Acid, Vitamin C and Retinoic Acid
Medium depth peel. Clients need to know there is down time with this peel. Reduces fine lines & wrinkles, evens out skin tone and improves texture, minimizes the appearance of pores, brightens and refreshes the complexion
If you still are unsure of what peel to pick, schedule a consultation with one of our estheticians and they can help you choose!
