Chemical Peels

A professional or Chemical Peel is a cosmetic procedure used to improve the appearance of the skin on the face, neck, décolletage and back of hands. Typically the method of action is exfoliation. 

At the Skin Confidential the type of peel is recommended specific to your skin type and concern. Common concerns treated by professional peels include fine lines and wrinkles, uneven tone, texture and breakout prone skin.

FrequentLY Asked Questions

After your skin is cleansed and prepared, a layer of chemical solution is professionally applied to the skin, triggering a gentle exfoliation process to effectively remove damaged outer layers of the skin. You may experience a mild tingling sensation momentarily and finishing serums and sunscreen will be applied concluding the treatment.

A course of peels is often recommended to achieve optimal results but a one off once a month may also be recommended to you as part of maintaining healthy, radiant skin.

Most people experience little to no downtime with professional peels. You may appear slightly red immediately post procedure which resolves within 10-15 mins or you may have very mild shedding up to 2-3 days afterwards