Chemical peels are a great option for those looking to smooth out mild acne scars, unclog pores, or just want that glow from healthy, rejuvenated skin. Chemical peels involve the application of a chemical solution to remove the damaged outer layers of the skin. This application promotes healthier and younger looking skin. At Universal Body Image & Laser rficial wrinkleCenter, we will determine which peel is right for you depending on your expectations, skin type, and severity of the skin condition being treated.

As we age, our cells turn over every 60-90 days instead of every 30-60 days in our younger years. As a result, a thick layer of skin gives us a dole, sallow appearance. Make up doesn’t go on smoothly any more, and the products we spend so much money on cannot penetrate the thickened layer of skin. Ultimately, we lose our glowing, healthy, vibrant look. Chemical peels may sound intimidating, but they feel great and make your skin look phenomenal. We used different types of acids to rejuvenate your skin from the inside out. These treatments work by killing bacteria, dissolving dead skin and stimulating collagen formation.

Your chemical peel treatment begins with a professional skin analysis and deep cleanse. A prepping solution is then applied to the skin followed by the chemical peeling solution, which removes the dull and damaged outer layer of the skin. Depending on the peel, you may experience some mild tingling or warmth while the peeling solution is in contact with the skin. The peeling solution is then removed and hydration and SPF protection applied as needed. The depth (or potency) of a chemical peel depends on the peeling solution ingredients, concentration, and length of contact time with the skin. Our aestheticians have been extensively trained in chemical peels and will customize the chemical peel for your skin condition. From start to finish most chemical peels take approximately 30 minutes. 

When will I notice the effects of a chemical peel treatment?From as little as one peel you will notice a renewed appearance with substantial improvement in epidermal texture, lessening of UV damage like age spots, freckles and superficial pigmentation, and reduction of enlarged pores. Effects vary with the type of chemical peel performed. In general, more dramatic results are achieved with increased depth of the peel. Layering chemical peels can also optimize benefits while limiting downtime. While benefits are noticeable after just one peel, a series of peels maximizes skin rejuvenation.