Medical-Grade Chemical Peels

What are Medical-Grade Chemical Peels?

Medical-Grade Chemical Peels are clinical treatments using potent combinations of acids (such as Salicylic, Lactic, Glycolic, and Resorcinol) to carefully manage skin exfoliation. The depth of the peel is controlled to penetrate to the necessary layer of the skin (superficial, medium, or deep) to address specific concerns like sun damage, stubborn pigmentation, and acne scarring.

Ingredients Used in Medical-Grade Chemical Peels:

  • Salicylic Acid: Ideal for acne-prone skin as it penetrates oil glands and unclogs pores.

  • Lactic Acid: Excellent for gentle exfoliation, increasing hydration, and brightening sensitive skin.

  • Glycolic Acid: Penetrates deeply to improve texture, firmness, and reduce signs of aging.

  • Resorcinol: Often used in combination with other acids for medium-depth peels that target pigmentation.

How Can a Chemical Peel Transform Your Skin?

This targeted treatment is one of the most effective methods for achieving comprehensive skin renewal:

  • Smoothing Texture and Firmness: Significantly improves the skin's surface quality and promotes firmness.

  • Reducing Fine Lines and Wrinkles: Softens the appearance of lines and contributes to anti-aging.

  • Evening Skin Tone and Discolouration: Reduces the appearance of hyperpigmentation, sun damage, and melasma.

  • Improving Acne-Prone Skin: Reduces breakouts, controls oil, and minimizes the appearance of acne scars.

  • Reducing Pore Size Appearance: Helps refine skin texture by minimizing the appearance of enlarged pores.

The Nurse Reine Specialized Process:

Our skilled Aestheticians and Nurse Reine customize every peel for maximum results and safety:

  • Personalized Assessment: Your skin is evaluated in detail, and the concentration and combination of peeling ingredients are customized to safely address your specific concerns and skin type.

  • Preparation and Application: After cleaning and preparing your skin, the peel solution is gently applied. You may feel a light warming, tingling, or itching sensation for a few minutes while the active ingredients are working.

  • Neutralization and Calming: The peel is precisely neutralized (if required) and calming, restorative products are immediately applied to soothe the skin.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • The immediate result is radiant skin. However, the full effect—which includes refined texture and reduced pigmentation—is visible once the flaking phase is complete, typically within 5 to 10 days.

  • Downtime varies by peel depth. For most peels, you should experience light to moderate flaking/peeling within five days. Initial redness usually subsides within 30-60 minutes after the treatment.

  • For best results and to address deep concerns like sun damage or scarring, we often recommend a series of 3 to 6 chemical peels, spaced 4 weeks apart.

  • Strict sun protection (SPF 50+) is mandatory. You must avoid picking at the flaking skin. Use only gentle, non-active cleansers and heavy moisturizers as directed by your aesthetician for one week.

  • Yes, lighter, well-controlled peels (like Lactic Acid) are safe, but it requires expert knowledge. We always recommend a patch test and very conservative treatment to prevent post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.

  • Your skin may feel tighter and more sensitive for a few days, similar to a sunburn. We provide detailed instructions and soothing products to manage this sensitivity.