Medik8 Skin peels are an advanced skin care facial, giving increased results compared to the Medik8 Medispa Facials. Typically for the Ageing, Acne and Pigmented skin types which need a little extra assistance from a specialist skin aesthetician who has been carrying out chemical peels for ten years.
Superficial Facial Peel - £50.00
Chemical peeling is a cosmetic procedure based on the application of a chemical exfoliant to the skin in order to induce controlled necrosis of the epidermis and/or dermis cells, resulting in the removal of skin lesions and imperfections to improve the overall skin texture.
An Indication for a superficial peel would be fine lines and wrinkles (photodamage), blemishes and light scarring and hyper-pigmentation.
This facial includes a pre and post peel kit.
A consultation is required prior to the pre peel kit being issued.
Downtime
None to 24 hours
Effect
No visible peeling to mild peeling
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Superficial Facial Peel & Light Therapy (20m)- £60.00
Chemical peeling is a cosmetic procedure based on the application of a chemical exfoliant to the skin in order to induce controlled necrosis of the epidermis and/or dermis cells, resulting in the removal of skin lesions and imperfections to improve the overall skin texture.
An Indication for a superficial peel would be fine lines and wrinkles (photodamage), blemishes and light scarring and hyper-pigmentation.
Light therapy is included in this facial with twenty minutes of either blue or red light depending on the skins conditions.
This facial includes a pre and post peel kit.
A consultation is required prior to the pre peel kit being issued.
Downtime
None to 24 hours
Effect
No visible peeling to mild peeling
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Medium Facial Peel - £55.00
Chemical peeling is a cosmetic procedure based on the application of a chemical exfoliant to the skin in order to induce controlled necrosis of the epidermis and/or dermis cells, resulting in the removal of skin lesions and imperfections to improve the overall skin texture.
An indication for a medium peel would be moderate wrinkles and scarring.
This facial includes a pre and post peel kit.
A consultation is required prior to the pre peel kit being issued.
Downtime
3 - 7 days
Effect
Moderate peeling and flaking.
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Medium Facial Peel & Light Therapy (20m) - £65.00
Chemical peeling is a cosmetic procedure based on the application of a chemical exfoliant to the skin in order to induce controlled necrosis of the epidermis and/or dermis cells, resulting in the removal of skin lesions and imperfections to improve the overall skin texture.
An indication for a medium peel would be moderate wrinkles and scarring.
Light therapy is included in this facial with twenty minutes of either blue or red light depending on the skins conditions.
This facial includes a pre and post peel kit.
A consultation is required prior to the pre peel kit being used.
Downtime
3 - 7 days
Effect
Moderate peeling and flaking.
Treatment FAQ's
Chemical peeling is a cosmetic procedure based on the application of a chemical exfoliant to the skin in order to induce controlled necrosis of the epidermis and/or dermis cells, resulting in the removal of skin lesions and imperfections to improve the overall skin texture.
Not everybody is suitable for chemical peeling, particularly if they have delicate, reactive or very thin skin. If this is the case enzymatic peels are more suitable.
Enzymatic peels are based on the application of digestive enzyme exfoliant to the skin to induce necrosis of the uppermost layer of the epidermal (dead) skin cells, leading to improved skin texture, radiance and luminous skin glow. One of the main advantages of enzyme peeling is its suitability for hypersensitive and ethnic skins.
Various types of chemical peels exist, depending on how deeply they are required to penetrate the skin. The penetration depth of a peel is determined by:
- The type and/or combination of the acids
- The concentration of the acidic or enzymatic agent(s) in the peeling solution
- The pH of the solution
- The number of coats applied
- And/or the timing of the procedure, from the application to the neutralisation of the peeling solution
In general, the deeper the peel the more dramatic skin improvement can be achieved, however there is also an associated higher risk of complications, increased pain and longer healing time.