Tucson Cosmetics 17-October-2014 Contact: 520.638.5553
Chemical Peels A chemical peel can help to speed up the exfoliation process. They improve fine lines and wrinkles, smooth superficial scars, and give a refreshing glow to the skin.
The surface of the human skin is made up of over 30- 40 layers of dead cells. The top layer of dead cells will gradually exfoliate (peel off) and be replaced. This process occurs naturally, but slows down with age and sun damage. Repeat treatments will gradually result in softer and healthier skin. Some peels will also result in a reduction in brown and red spots. The cost of the peel varies depending on the intensity and the condition that you wish to be treated.
What to do before treatment: Clients are asked not to use retinoic acid and other vitamin A products for one week before a peel. Depending on the peel, some clients will be put on a pre-treatment routine for the week before the peel. This is done to test for possible allergies to components in the peel itself. On the day of the peel, come to the spa without make up on. The skin will be gently cleansed by either Cetaphil soap, or a special cleaning solution that comes with certain peels. Most people will notice red flaking of the skin two to three days after the peel. With some peels the peeling may persist for longer.