SkinCeuticals mission is “to improve skin health”. Dedicated to this purpose, SkinCeuticals make one simple promise—to provide advanced skin care backed by science. Made in the USA, SkinCeuticals are known for formulating advanced skin care products and chemical peel to correct signs of ageing, protect healthy skin, and prevent future damage.
SkinCeuticals offer a variety of different skin peeling solutions for various skin conditions to improve the texture of the skin, brighten, reduce lines and wrinkles, lighten pigmentation, even out skin tone and congestion. As The Aesthetic & Laser Clinic is a medical-led skin clinic this allows us to offer our clients Advanced SkinCeuticals chemical peel which can achieve superior results for clients with specific skin concerns. Our skin specialists will choose the most suitable treatment and products tailored specially for your skin concerns following your consultation. View our range of SkinCeuticals Skin Peel treatments below.
What is a Chemical Peel?
A skin peel is a resurfacing treatment designed to improve and enhance the skin. Also known as a face peel, a skin peel is a means of chemically exfoliating the skin by breaking down the intercellular glue that holds together dead skin cells and in turn causing cell turnover bringing new skin to the surface at a faster rate. An increasingly popular treatment with our clients, due to results, effectiveness and minimum recovery time.
SkinCeuticals Micro Peel (Glycolic)
Skin Conditions Treated
- Fine lines & wrinkles
- Enlarged pores
- Dull skin
- Superficial pigmentation
About the treatment
SkinCeuticals Micro Peel is a superficial skin peel containing 20% or 30% Glycolic Acid depending on the peel type and on the client’s skin needs. Micro Peel effectively treats common skin concerns such as fine lines, wrinkles, enlarged pores, dry/dull skin, and superficial pigmentation.
Benefits of the SkinCeuticals Micro Peel
- Instant visible results
- Radiant complexion
- Improved skin texture
- Minimal recovery time
Key ingredients
20-30% Glycolic Acid
Treatment time
30 minutes
How many treatments will I need?
A course of 4 SkinCeuticals Micro Skin Peel treatments are recommended at 2-4 week intervals for optimum results.
What preparation is required prior to treatment?
Active chemical peel will require skin preparation prior to treatment to prepare your skin for your peel to achieve better penetration and to avoid any adverse reactions. We recommend to prep your skin for 2-4 weeks prior to superficial chemical peel but that be longer when having deeper peels. It will also depend on skin condition being treated. To prepare your skin we recommend using a Glycolic or Salicylic cleanser once a day for 2-4 weeks prior to your first skin peel. You will also require a gentle cleanser, moisturiser and broad spectrum sunscreen as part of your aftercare. Your pre and post treatment program will be discussed in detail at your consultation.
How long is the recovery time?
This facial skin peel has minimal downtime with exfoliation (peeling of the skin) starting after 2-3 days and ending by approximately day 5.
Does the treatment hurt?
You may experience a warm/tingling sensation when the peel solution is initially applied which will subside within a few minutes.
Price
£85 per treatment. Discounts are available on packages with Buy 4 Get 1 Free.
SkinCeuticals Pigment Balancing Peel (Glycolic)
Skin Conditions Treated
- Pigmentation superficial melasma
- Sun damage, age spots, freckles
- Uneven skin tone
- Dull skin tone
About the treatment
SkinCeuticals Pigment Balancing skin peel is a superficial facial peel which targets hyperpigmentation to dramatically lighten dark spots and improve skin texture. The treatment combines high-performance brightening and anti-inflammatory agents with a peeling acid solution comprised of 40% Glycolic Acids, 27% L-ascorbic Acid (pure Vitamin C), 10% Citric Acid, and 4% Embliac pH 1.6 to accelerate cell renewal, improve skin tone and lighten pigmentation. Its high potency of Vitamin C and Embilac assist in lightening and suppressing excess pigment production.
Benefits of the SkinCeuticals Pigment Balancing Peel
- Fades dark spots
- Improves skin tone
- Increases skin radiance
- Softens fine lines and wrinkles
- Stimulates collagen
Key ingredients
Glycolic, L-ascorbic, Citric, Embilac pH 1.6
Treatment time
30 minutes
How many treatments will I need?
A course of 6 SkinCeuticals Pigment Balancing chemical peel are recommended at 2-4 intervals for optimum results.
What preparation is required prior to treatment?
Active chemical peel will require skin preparation prior to treatment to prepare your skin for your peel to achieve better penetration and to avoid any adverse reactions. We recommend to prep your skin for 2-4 weeks prior to superficial chemical peel but that be longer when having deeper peels. It will also depend on skin condition being treated. To prepare your skin we recommend using a Glycolic or Salicylic cleanser once a day for 2-4 weeks prior to your first skin peel. You will also require a gentle cleanser, moisturiser and broad spectrum sunscreen as part of your aftercare. Your pre and post treatment program will be discussed in detail at your consultation.
How long is the recovery time?
This skin peel has minimal downtime. Most clients experience mild exfoliation and skin flakiness over the first 2-5 days.
Does the treatment hurt?
You may experience a warm/tingling sensation when the peel solution is initially applied which will subside within a few minutes.
Price
£110 per treatment. Discounts are available on packages with Buy 5 Get 1 Free on all SkinCeuticals chemical peel.
SkinCeuticals Gel Peel
Skin Conditions Treated:
- Dull/dry skin
- Congestion, enlarged pores
- Acne prone skin
- Ageing skin
- Fine lines & wrinkles
- Uneven skin tone
- Rough textured skin
About the treatment
SkinCeuticals Gel Peel contains 20% glycolic acid and 10% lactic acid. Glycolic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that deeply penetrates the skin while stimulating the production of new collagen. It chemically exfoliates the skin, removing dead skin cells from the outmost layer to reveal healthier and more evenly toned skin beneath. This treatment can be combined with Microdermabrasion for superior results.
Benefits of the SkinCeuticals Gel Peel:
- Rejuvenates the skin
- Stimulates collagen production
- Safe and effective for all skin types
- Non-invasive
- Painless treatment with minor side effects
- Requires minimal downtime
- Can be combined with Microdermabrasion
Key ingredients
Glycolic, Lactic Acid
Treatment time
30 minutes
How many treatments will I need?
A course of four SkinCeuticals Gel Peels are recommended at 2-4 week intervals for optimum results.
How many treatments will I need?
SkinCeuticals Gel Peel does not require a pre-treatment product program, however it can beneficial to exfoliate the skin using a Glycolic or Salicylic cleanser 2-4 weeks prior to your treatment to achieve better penetration of active ingredients and optimise treatment results.
How long is the recovery time?
There is minimal recovery to no recovery time associated with SkinCeuticals Gel Peel however some clients may experience a light exfoliation over the first few days revealing a fresher, radiant glow.
Does the treatment hurt?
You may experience a warm/tingling sensation when the peel solution is initially applied which will subside within a few minutes.
What are the benefits of combining SkinCeuticals Gel Peel with Microdermabrasion?
Microdermabrasion treatment is an ideal preparation treatment for Cosmeceutical Skincare Products and chemical peel as it prepares the skin for better penetration of active ingredients in achieving superior results.
How much does it cost?
£55 per treatment.