It amazes me how many clients are scared of chemical peels. I think we have all seen the Sex And The City episode where Samantha's skin looks crazy post peel. I blame that episode for the fear in many clients. I also think the name "chemical peel" scares people off a bit. Tonight we are going to discuss different types of peels & why you should try one at your next appointment. I love alternating clients between peels & microdermabrasion...it is good to switch things up!
Many clients don't understand there is generally 3 levels of peels...light, medium & deep. Being acne prone and working in the medical field I have tried just about every peel ranging from no peeling to my face falling off in sheets. I have found I have better results doing light "lunch-time" peels more frequently rather than a series of deep peels. Not to mention the down time is much better. Let's discuss chemical peels.
Benefits of chemical peels:
-improves skin texture
-reveals healthy glowing skin
-removes dead skin cells
-preserves youthful appearance
-increases moisture retention
-improves skin barrier function
-stimulates collagen & elastin
-reduces surface pigmentation
-reduces fine lines & wrinkles
-reduces acne & acne scarring
Downtime:
All the peels I perform at Skin Studio By Megan are "lunch-time" peels. They can take anywhere from 15-30 minutes per treatment. Lunch time peels speed up renewal process on top layer of skin. The downtime is very minimal if any. The skin may appear red after treatment and that will fade within 30 minutes to a few hours. No makeup for at least 2 hours. You also may feel tight & dry for a few days. A few of my peels have minimal flaking for 3-5 days. The downtime is similar to microdermabrasion.
Types of peels:
Lactic:
milk-based
hydrating & exfoliating
normal-dry
sun damage
hyper pigmentation
lightening
Glycolic:
-dissolves desmosomes that hold skin together
-normal, oily, acneic & dry
-minimizes poor size
-mild-moderate acne
-pigmentation
Salicylic:
-normal, oily & acneic
-resurfaces & refines skin & pores
-dries up oil
-excellent antioxidant
-inhibits inflammation
TCA:
-re-texturizing
-melasma
-acne
-hyper pigmentation
-evens skin tone
These are just a few popular peels at Skin Studio By Megan
Remember there are tons of different peels out there. Just because you had a glycolic peel at one office doesn't mean it will be the same at another. Peels vary in pH levels & percentages.
Giveaway:
I am giving away a FREE chemical peel to one lucky winner. Here is how to enter. Like the giveaway on Instagram or Facebook. Comment which peel you think is best for your skin type. Share this post. (If private comment that you shared so I will know). The winner will be chosen Monday June 15th. Tag a friend on Facebook or Instagram to be entered twice.
Skin Scripts peels are good for all Fitzpatrick types. Most companies peels are not recommended for darker skin types.
Here are some testimonies from clients about chemical peels.
"Best chemical peel experience ever! I've always been so scared to get one done but Megan did an amazing job my skin has never looked or felt better!" -Devan W
"Best chemical peel experience ever! I've always been so scared to get one done but Megan did an amazing job my skin has never looked or felt better!" -Devan W
"I just wanna take the time to give a huge shoutout to Megan Johnson!!!!!!!! Received a chemical peel and different sorts of her fabulous treatment two days ago, and my face already looks and feels so much better! Thank you Megan you are amazing!!!! If you are having troubles with your skin I recommend setting up and appt. with her!!!" -Hannah G
