Chemical Peels

Chemical Peels

Chemical peels, which remove the dead cells on the outer layer of the skin, are essential to maintaining healthy, beautiful, age-resistant skin. They have been shown to prevent breakdown of collagen and stimulate the process of natural skin renewal. Regular chemical peels help to reverse the signs of aging, improve skin tone and color, diminish acne and treat pre-cancerous lesions, like actinic keratosis.

Safe and effective chemical peels are performed in the office, with a trained medical professional determining which chemical peeling agent is most appropriate, according to the individual’s skin type and condition. Choices include glycolic acid, salicylic acid, and trichloroacetic acid (TCA) among others. After most chemical peels, the skin immediately looks more healthy, supple and radiant, the complexion fresh and clear.

Chemical Peels

Superficial chemical peels penetrate the outer layer of the skin and don’t involve crusting, peeling or any down time with the procedure. While medium depth peels provide more dramatic results, there is associated crusting and peeling and most patients require a recovery period of seven to ten days.

At Heritage Veins and Aesthetics, we utilize a broad range of chemical peels. In evaluating your needs, we consider:

  • Your skin type: normal, oily, dry, sensitive, or combination skin will affect your treatment
  • Your dermatology concerns: peels can improve acne scarring, whiteheads/blackheads, and pigmentation
  • Intensity : patients who prefer to be away from work or social settings during recovery may be candidates for more intense peels requiring more downtime.

During your initial consultation, we will conduct a comprehensive examination of your skin, discuss your goals, and advise a course of action.

Glycol Acid Peel

Glycolic Acid Peel

Naturally derived compounds like glycolic acid from sugar cane and lactic acid from sour milk are amazing exfoliators and slow the skin’s aging process and encourage skin renewal. This peel helps visibly reduce fine lines, wrinkles and photo-damage while increasing hydration, plumping skin and improving overall texture and tone. Glycolic acid peels are available in three increasing strengths to address mild to moderate signs of aging. It’s a more gentle peel and can be done during lunch time at work.

Salicylic Acid Peel

Salicylic Acid Peel

This 30% salicylic acid peel provides a quick superficial chemical peel that is great for treating acne. It helps reduce the appearance of mild to severe acne-prone skin while improving skin clarity, texture and tone. The salicylic acid peel combats existing blemishes, boosts complexion brightness, enhances smoothness and prevents new acne from forming on the face, back and chest.

Jessner Peel

Jessner Peel

This combination peel contains lactic acid, salicylic acid, and resorcinol for a medium depth exfoliation and stimulation of the dermis resulting in increased collagen synthesis. The peel will help to minimize the appearance of mild to moderate hyperpigmentation and reduce the appearance of oily, blemish-prone skin. The Jessner Peel is formulated to diminish blemishes, visible signs of aging and discolored skin while improving overall skin radiance, texture and tone.

The Perfect Derma Peel

The Perfect Derma Peel

The Perfect Derma Peel is the only chemical peel that includes the powerful anti-oxidant glutathione as an active component. The Perfect Derma Peel works to repair and nourish the skin by giving it a radiant glow, refining pores, improving skin blemishes, diminishing fine lines and wrinkles, eliminating acne and preventing acne marks. Most importantly, the glutathione defies the aging process.

Eye and Lip Peel

Eye and Lip Peel

The eye and lip peel combines lactic acid and trichloroacetic acid to significantly increase skin firmness while decreasing the appearance of dark spots and dark circles for a more youthful appearance. It will improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and crow’s feet while defining the lip border and cupid’s bow for rounder, fuller lips.

Hand Peel

Hand Peel

The hand peel is formulated with lactic acid, trichloroacetic acid, and kojic acid to minimize the appearance of fine lines, small scars and coarse wrinkles while giving an immediate brightening effect for a younger looking hands with improved skin texture, tone and smoothness.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Typical results last about three months, but can be extended if you take good care of your skin.

A VI Peel can treat a variety of skin concerns, and most people are a good candidate for the treatment. In fact, it's suitable for most skin types.

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The VI Peel is virtually painless as it contains an anesthetic which help lower any discomfort

Immediately after your peel, your skin will look darker, as pigmentation is brought to the surface. It will also smell funny because the peel contains formaldehyde. By day two and three, it won’t be so apparent that you’ve had a chemical peel. You’ll be able to return to your regular activities but sun exposure should be avoided. Your skin will begin to start peeling around day three and will continue till day seven. During this time, patients can expect redness, irritation, itching and flaking. Diligent skin care and protection from the sun will aid healing and mitigate possible side effects.

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