PEELS

 

The use of chemicals for facial rejuvenation has been explored since ancient times. A chemical peel is simply a chemical solution applied to the skin designed to give a deeper exfoliation by peeling off the damaged upper layer of skin to reveal new, revitalised skin underneath.

 

Chemical peels are important for skin rejuvenation. Their popularity is related to their versatility and relative simplicity. These peels are classified as superficial, medium, and deep according to the depth of penetration of the peeling solution. The results of the procedure depend on the chemical used and its concentration, skin preparation, method of application, contact time and skin condition. The depth of the peel determines the magnitude of the results, but also the patient’s inconvenience during and after the procedure, the healing time and the rate of potential side effects.

 

HOW DO CHEMICAL PEELS WORK?

 

Chemical peeling is a proven and effective method for skin rejuvenation, as long as you visit a trained professional in this field. A sound knowledge of skin anatomy and wound healing is important for understanding the principles of chemical peeling.

 

Pre-conditioning the skin prior to a peel will improve skin health as well as accelerate post-peel healing. Furthermore, using retinol or retinoids consistently before a peel will help strengthen the skin to improve barrier function. If your skin is weak or dehydrated, it is not ready to be peeled.

 

An active solution is applied to the surface of the skin, which causes the superficial layer to peel off. Superficial peels penetrate to various levels of the epidermis. The treatment exposes a new layer of healthy undamaged skin, resulting in a smoother texture and a more even skin tone.

 

CHEMICAL PEEL BENEFITS

 

Peels are one of the most effective ways to treat signs of ageing, discoloration and UV damage. Commonly used for the face, chemical peels can also be used on the body such as the neck and hands.

 

Peels go beyond exfoliation to provide dermal and epidermal stimulation that help stabilise skin functions and support skin renewal. Designed to improve and correct a wide range of skin disorders, each treatment helps to achieve a specific skincare goal for every patient’s skin condition, lifestyle and skin health objective.

 

Medical-strength skin peels can help to improve skin radiance and luminosity, and can be used to correct and reduce a wide range of skin concerns:

 

• Un-even skin pigmentation

• Brown spots

• Age spots

• Melasma

• Rough or uneven skin texture

• Sun damage

• Acne and acne scars

• Fine lines and wrinkles

• RosaceA

• Superficial blood vessel damage

• Pre-cancerous growths

 

WHO ARE PEELS FOR?

 

Both men and women benefit medically and aesthetically from chemical peels. Skin peels are suitable for various areas, including: face, eyelids, neck, décolletage, torso, hands, arms and legs. A peel can be used as a single treatment or may be repeated as often as required as part of a personalised skin restoration and optimisation programme. Skin specialist Tara Abdullah will advise of the appropriate treatment during consultation.

 

DIFFERENT PEEL TYPES

 

There are three basic levels of intensity when it comes to peels: superficial, medium and deep. The intensity of the peel is decided at your consultation, and is dependent upon: what improvement you want to see, the downtime you can afford to take and the level of irritation you can tolerate. Chemical peels do sting but do not cause an extensive amount of pain. It is a discomfort but you should not worry about experiencing unbearable levels of pain.

 

The strength of the peel solution affects the depth of the treatment and the degree of exfoliation:

 

SUPERFICIAL (MILD) PEELS

 

These peels penetrate and gently exfoliate the outer layer of skin (the epidermis). They are suitable for mild skin discoloration, rough skin and for general skin rejuvenation. Your skin may feel tight for a couple of hours afterwards but will return to normal following this. Due to the mildness of this peel, regular treatment is needed to maintain its effects.

 

A mild peel will instantly refresh the skin, cleanse pores, soften fine lines, improve skin texture and superficial pigmentary changes such as age spots.

 

MEDIUM PEELS

 

This peel can penetrate the outer and middle layers of skin to remove damaged skin cells. This type of peel can be used to improve skin pigmentation such as freckles and age spots in addition to moderate skin discoloration, fine lines and wrinkle. It also can be used to smooth rough skin and treat skin growths such as actinic keratosis (chicken skin). With a medium intensity peel, you may experience a slight stinging sensation when the peel is applied. Your skin may also go slightly brown or red in the days following the treatment and can take up to 6 weeks to return to normal. Although, you only need to return every 6 – 12 months to maintain its benefits.

 

These peels will resurface sun-damaged skin, improve on texture roughness, large pores, dullness, fine lines and wrinkles, acne scarring and most pigmentation disorders.

 

FULL STRENGTH

 

This level of intensity is the most aggressive treatment that targets the deeper layers of skin. You can expect to see a dramatic improvement in your skin with this peel as it can help remove tougher skin problems such as melasma, deeper wrinkles and scars. This peel can cause some discomfort and visible peeling for a few days. Swelling can last up to 2 weeks, whilst skin redness can take up to 3 months to diminish. However, it all depends on the individual and your skin’s level of tolerance. Note that this peel can only be performed once.

 

These deeper treatments are effective in improving on pronounced hyperpigmentation, deep acne scarring, thickened and sun-damaged skin as well as resistant lines and wrinkles.

 

ZO® SIGNATURE PEELS

 

 

Peels can be used to correct and reduce various skin conditions. From sun damage and hyperpigmentation, (including melasma) to rough texture, dullness and dryness. In addition, lines and wrinkles, laxity, scars and the overall increase of skin health are the benefits a peel can give you. But what makes the ZO® Signature Peels different?

 

 

ZO® Enzymatic Peel

 

Benefits:

 

• Helps smooth uneven, rough textured skin

• Revives dull looking skin

• Improves the visible signs of sun damage

• Enhances the benefits of any ZO® Treatment

 

 

ZO® Radical Night Repair

 

 

Formulated with 1% retinol to improve skin texture and uneven pigmentation, and to minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

 

Benefits:

• Innovative formulation ensures stability for maximum anti-aging benefits

• Helps improve skin’s brightness, reduces appearance/look of brown spots and provides a more even tone

• Provides antioxidant protection against signs of free radical damage

• Combats irritation to help calm and soothe the skin

 

 

ZO® Ossential Stimulator Peel

 

 

It’s called the ZO Ossential Stimulator Peel and it works wonders in minutes. It’s a quick and easy treatment that can be done in your lunch hour to miraculously smooth away fine to moderate lines and wrinkles, acne, age spots, uneven pigmentation and rough skin texture.

 

The Ossential Stimulator Peel is designed to exfoliate the skin by stimulating cellular turnover to improve skin tone, texture and clarity. And the best part is that there is no downtime, peeling or redness afterwards; just glowing, healthy skin. This peel is affectionately known as the “Red Carpet Peel” owing to the number of celebrities that avail of it before they have to look picture perfect for red carpet events, and can’t afford to hide away with the redness of flaking that some strong peels cause. Ossential is gentle on the skin but strong enough to make a visible difference, brightening and refreshing the face for a youthful, dewy look. This peel contains 3 different acids to exfoliate your skin and promote cell turnover; with 10% Salicylic Acid, 10% Lactic Acid and 10% Citric Acid. These are known as AHA or Alpha Hydroxy acids – they dissolve dead skin cells and give a great exfoliation to the upper layers of the skin. The salicylic acid works on oily, acne prone skin, and the citric acid gives the skin a healthy glow. Just one peel will see results, but maximum benefits can be achieved with a series of three to four peels carried out at two week intervals.

 

 

ZO® Signature Peels: 3-Step Peel™

 

An innovative, in-clinic only treatment peel followed by an at-home treatment to combat the signs of aging + skin discoloration.

 

Benefits:

• Utilizes a blend of exfoliants, retinol and multi-action agents, The ZO 3-step peel is a medical strength peel that combines 10% TCA (trichloracetic acid), salicylic acid, lactic acidosis & high dose retinol (6%) it is indicated for any skin type & colour who require a more potent ( medium strength ) , but with minimal downtime (3-5 days). This peel may be repeated 2-3 times annually or as required, to help improve skin health and treat many signs of aging

• Provides antioxidant protection as well as visible anti-irritant benefits

 

 

Not just another ordinary peel, the ZO® 3-Step Peel™ is the only multifunctional epidermal peel designed to provide longer-lasting treatment benefits. Utilising a blend of exfoliants, a 6% concentration of retinol and multi-action agents that stimulate collagen and restore moisture balance, it evens skin texture for softer, smoother, tighter looking skin. The ZO® 3-Step Peel™ is an innovative in-office treatment for professional use only, designed to support dermal and epidermal stimulation.

 

 

We often recommend you starting on a ZO® program according to your skin type 4-6 weeks before the 3-Step Peel™ to help strengthen skin and enhance the benefits of it. The application of this peel can be easily tailored to each person, based on their tolerance level and can be repeated every 3-4 weeks. However, you should expect some downtime after this peel. To maintain results, the peel should be repeated 2-3 times per year. Then after the skin is fully recovered you should return to your ZO® daily program.

 

 

 

Key Benefits of the 3-Step Peel™:

 

• Improves acne, melasma, sun damage, fine lines, texture roughness, large pores, and dullness.

• Suppresses post-procedure skin inflammation that can be caused by peels, sun, hormones and pollution.

• Patient-friendly peel for all individuals. Suitable for any skin type or colour.

• Usage studies show minimal irritation.

• Dual-action, highly effective peel designed to provide epidermal renewal and dermal stimulation.

• Utilises a blend of exfoliants, 6% concentration of retinol, and multi-action agents to significantly improve skin health and treat many signs of skin ageing.

• Supports barrier function and improves skin’s ability to repair and renew itself.

• Provides antioxidant protection, DNA repair, and anti-inflammation benefits.

ZO® Controlled Depth Peel™

 

A highly advanced, in-clinic only procedure, which provides maximum skin tightening benefits. It has excellent anti-inflammatory benefits and may be combined with other procedures for enhanced benefits.

 

Can be used on all skin types and ethnicities for deeper repair, texture improvement, and skin tightening. For those who suffer from melasma, scars, severe laxity or severe texture damage, this peel is for you.