About Peels

Chemical Peel

What is Chemical Peeling?
Chemical peeling is an accelerated exfoliation of the skin induced by a chemical agent. The depth and results of the peel depend on the strength of the chemical agents used, the type of active ingredients incorporated into the peel, the skin type and the skill of the therapist.Superficial peeling agents cause an increased exfoliation of the outer layers of the skin resulting in a mild to moderate peeling.

This skin renewal is beneficial for anyone concerned without

  • sun damage and pigmentation
  • acne
  • finne lines and wrinkles

How do I know which peel is best for me?

There are a variety of different peels available, some more intense than others. The choice of peel is dependent on the specific skin concern and the quality of the skin

 Enzymatic Micro Peel

(Suitable for All Skin Types)

A gentle micro exfoliating treatment designed to soothe, hydrate and micro exfoliate dry, flaking and sensitised skins

Benefits:

  • Ultra gentle skin exfoliation for a smoother, brighter complexion
  • Hydrates and softens
  • Refreshes and re-vitalises
  • Perfect for use after dermal therapy such as Laser, chemical peels, skin needling and microdermabrasion to remove dry, rough or peeling skin.

How much down time is there?

  • No Downtime

How many treatments will I need?

  • We recommend 6-8 treatments every 2 -3 weeks

Key Active Ingredients

  • Papain enzymes Proteolitic enzymes microexfoliate to promote a softer, smoother skin without irritation
  • Niacinamide Antioxidant and antinflammatory
  • Cammomile Soothing and calming
  • Hylauronic acid Hydrating
  • Grape seed extract Antioxidant and strengthening
  • D–Panthenol Healing a nd Repairing

Peel Accelerator

(Suitable for All Skin Types)

Chirally correct vitamin and L-Lactic, Glycolic and L- Mandelic Acid peel to renew, brighten and smooth the skin. 42% Alpha and Aromatic Hydroxy Acid base with a pH of 3.0

Benefits:

  • Contains L.Lactic and Glycolic Acids
  • Provides anti-bacterial support, excellent for the treatment of acne and acne related symptoms
  • Restores the lipid barrier of the epidermis and assists in alleviating dry skin conditions
  • Improves skin colour, tone and texture
  • Increased hydration
  • Strengthens and restores skin resilience
  • Prevents breakdown of collagen

How much down time is there?

Your Skin may be sensitive for 1-4 days post peel. Cold water only to be used to avoid further irritation and sensitivity.
No active products (AHA’s, Retinol, Exfoliants, Vitamin C) can be used for 1-4 days, or until the skin has healed and is no longer sensitive

Healing Products for Recovery Period: Rejuvenating Serum, Skinstitut Moisturiser, Repair Balm and Perfect Protection to be used 1-4 days post peel

How many treatments will I need?

3-6 treatments every 2-4 weeks intervals, ensuring the skin has healed and there are no signs of adverse skin reactions. To maintain results, 1 single treatment every 4-6 weeks may be recommended.

Key Active Ingredients

  • Niacinamide vitamin B3, strengthens skins immune defence thus reduces sensitivity and irritation, maintains treatment for hyper pigmentation through inhibition of melananosome transfer and regulates sebum production
  • D-Panethenol chirally correct form of pantotenic acid, provides healing and soothing abilities and prevents erythema
  • L.Lactic Acid 20% chirally correct hydroxy acid for a more luminous skin
  • Glycolic Acid 17% chirally correct AHA that is known for its anti-inflammatory properties
  • L.Mandelic Acid 5% chirally correct AHA that is used for its anti-bacterial properties
  • Canadian Willowherb a plant extract that has soothing, anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial activity and is an excellent free radical scavenger
  • Witch Hazel Extract a botanical extract that has potent antioxidant, anti-irritant, anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties
  • Kakadu Plum Extract one of the richest sources of vitamin C, powerful antioxidant and free radical scavenger
  • D-Biotin chirally correct form of vitamin H, stimulates cell development and growth of nerve tissue

Ageless Peel

(Suitable for Aged, Sun Damaged and dull lifeless skin)

A Chirally Correct, medical grade anabolic restructuring treatment containing potent antioxidant and amino acid complex to target visible signs of ageing and sun damage. This revolutionary peel works on a dermal level to encourage normalised cell production resulting in a revitalised, smoother and more even complexion. pH 3.1

Benefits:

  • Contains L.Lactic Acid
  • Provides anti-bacterial support ,excellent for the treatment of acne and acne related symptoms
  • Restores the lipid barrier of the epidermis and assists in alleviating dry skin conditions
  • Improves skin colour, tone and texture
  • Increased hydration
  • Strengthens and restores skin resilience
  • Prevents breakdown of collagen

How much down time is there?

  • Your Skin will be sensitive for 1-3 days post peel. Cold water only to be used to avoid further irritation and sensitivity
  • No active products (AHA’s, Retinol, Exfoliants, Vitamin C) can be used for 1-3 days, or until the skin has healed and is no longer sensitive
  • Healing Products for Recovery Period: Rejuvenating Serum, Skinstitut Moisturiser, Repair Balm and Perfect Protection to be used 1-3 days post peel .

How many treatments will I need?

  • Anti-aging peel can be performed at 4 week intervals, ensuring the skin has healed and there are no signs of adverse skin reactions
  • For best results a course of 3 – 6 sessions, is recommended
  • To maintain results, 1 treatment every 4-6 weeks is recommended

Key Active Ingredients

  • Ceramide Complex a plant derived mixture of phospholipids that restore the lipid barrier of the stratum corneum, thus provides a balanced moisture content and improves skin condition
  • Natural SMEC a natural delivery system, that is non-irritating and absorbs quickly with no greasy after-feel while providing excellent moisturising for the skin
  • L.Mandelic Acid 7% an AHA that is used for its anti-bacterial properties
  • L.Lactic Acid 15% chirally correct Hydroxy Acid for a more luminous skin
  • MDI Complex inhibits the matrix metalloproteinase enzyme activity that degrades collagen. It protects against UV radiation and other irritants, thus increasing resistance to physical assaults on the skin
  • Oceagen LS a collagen of marine origin, similar to type 1 human collagen, it smoothes and softens fine lines and improves moisture levels of the skin
  • Vit-A-Like 3% of botanical origin, used as an alternative to retinol without undesirable side effects such as irritation, photo damage, oxidation and instability. It stimulates collagen through fibroblasts and enhances proliferation of keratinocytes, contributing to skin renewal resulting in a smoother, brighter complexion

Purple Peel

(Suitable for Pigmented, Sun damaged, Ageing, Acne Skin Types. No suitable for patients who are allergic to Aspirin.)

Intensive skin peeling system designed to accelerate skin regeneration and resurfacing Chirally correct L-Lactic, Glycolic, Salicylic and L-Mandelic Acid peel to renew, brighten and resurface the skin. 58% Alpha and Beta Hydroxy Acid base with a pH of 1.7

Benefits:

  • Contains a combination of 58% AHA’s as well as Salicilic Acid to regenerate and refine the skin
  • Provides anti-bacterial support, escellent for the treatment of acne and acne related symptoms
  • Improves skin color, tone and texture
  • Strengthens and restores skin resilience
  • Softens and resurfaces sun damaged and pigmented skins
  • Assists skin resurfacing and rejuvenation of the skin
  • Excellent for refining uneven skin texture

How much down time is there?

  • Your skin will be sensitive and tight for 1-4 days post peel. Cold water only to be used to avoid further irritation and sensitivity
  • Moderate to severe peeling will be experienced for 5 – 10 days after treatment depending on the severity of frosting experienced.
  • No active products (AHA’s, Retinol, Exfoliants, Vitamin C) can be used for 1-4 days, or until the skin has healed and is no longer sensitive
  • Mandatory Healing Products for Recovery Period: Repair Balm and • Perfect Protection to be used 1-10 days post peel to alleviate tight, flaky skin and ensure maximum UV protection.
    Avoid Direct UV exposure

Key Active Ingredients

  • 19% L. Lactic Acid AHA to stimulate cell turnover for a smoother, more luminous skin
  • 22% Glycolic Acid AHA to stimulate cell turnover for a smoother, more luminous skin
  • 14% Salicylic Acid Lipophilic BHA that is used for its anti-inflammatory and decongesting properties.
  • 3% L. Mandelic Acid an Aromatic lipophilic AHA that is used for its anti-bacterial and anti- inflammatory properties

How many treatments will I need?

Skinstitut Purple Peel may be required as a one off treatment or as a course of 3 (every 4-6 weeks) depending on the severity of the skin condition and the number of layers of peel applied.
Purple Peel may be applied after a Skinstitut Diamond Microdermabrasion by a Medical Practitioner only. This will result in a medium depth peel and must be performed under medical supervision.

FAQs

For the majority of our peels, it is essential to prepare the skin at home by using good quality skincare products. Skinstitut homecare products are recommended to use at home to maximise skincare results and minimise any adverse reactions pre and post peel.

  • Post Peel Care
  • After all peels Balm/Laser Aid and Sun block must be applied
  • No actives eg: glycolic, Vitamin C or Retinol for 48hrs
  • Gentle cleanser
  • Rejuvenate 15 Serum
  • Repair Balm/Laser Aid
  • Sun Protection to be worn daily
  • In order to achieve the best results possible from your peel treatment it is important that you follow the Skinstitut prep program and use the appropriate Skinstitut products as recommended by your skin care specialist.

Within 2 weeks prior to your treatment – STOP DISCONTINUE or DO NOT HAVE THE FOLLOWING TREATMENTS:

  • Waxing of any areas to be treated by your peel
  • Depilatory use in any treated area
  • Electrolysis of any treatment area
  • Laser/IPL treatments
  • Sun exposure to area to be treated
  • Chemical treatments of any kind including any hydroxy acid treatments other than your Skinstitut prep program
  • Hair Colour or Chemical treatments application of any type
  • Notify your skin care specialist immediately if you are put on any new type of medication, oral supplement or make any changes to your health as it may cause increased sensitivity to your peel treatment.
  • Discomfort
  • Redness and swelling
  • Hypo-pigmentation
  • Itching or irritation
  • Skin peeling or flaking up to 14 days after the procedure
  • Infection
  • Scarring
  • Hyper-pigmentation
  • Acne Breakouts

Your recovery time will be influenced by the type of peel treatment you’ve received and your individual skin’s response. Your Skin Care Specialist will have discussed with you the individual time frame you should expect

  • Sun Exposure : Avoid direct sun 5-10 days
  • Waxing/Hair Removal : Avoid 14 days
  • Facial Treatments : Avoid 14 days
  • Exercise : Avoid 24 hrs (avoid getting heated)
  • Avoid heat such as hairdryers, hot steam etc to the area for 24hrs
  • DO NOT PICK AT SKIN
  • No Exfoliating Products for five days. Enzymatic Micro Peel may be used after 48 hrs to assist with the gentle removal of flaking skin.
  • Increase Water intake to include 8-10 glasses
  • Sun Block is Mandatory and reapplied every 2 hours
  • Do not use wash cloths, or any other type of cloth on skin, apply cleansers to clean hands for application.

With the Purple Peel – Avoid water, heat and product application for 12hrs. Failure to do so may reactivate the peel and cause an adverse reaction. Repair Balm only to be used for 12hrs after Purple Peel.