Chemical Peels.

CHEMICAL PEELS – THE PERFECT PEEL & ZO SKIN PEELS

Chemical peels are used to treat wrinkles, discoloured skin and scars — usually on the face. They can be done alone or combined with other cosmetic procedures. And they can be done at different depths, from light to deep. Deeper chemical peels offer more-dramatic results but also take longer to recover from. – otherwise referred to as chemical skin peels, are used to treat dull-looking skin or skin suffering from blemishes, acne, sun damage, large pores and fine lines. It’s a non-surgical solution to reveal newer, fresher skin for the face, neck, hands and body. A chemical solution is applied to the skin, causing the older damaged layers to blister off.

We use a range of peels and can recommend the perfect peel for you and your complexion: The Perfect Peel and The ZO Skin Peel.

Superficial Peel:

Zo Stimulator Skin Peel: The perfect lunchtime peel – with no downtime and added anti-irritants and antioxidants, this advanced peel solution is gentle enough for all skin types.

Medium to Deep Peel:

The Perfect Peel: This is 5-acid blended peel with Glutathione, Vitamins and Minerals. It is an in-clinic chemical peel which can only be performed by medically trained professionals.

Zo 3 Step Peel: The ZO 3 step peel, helps strengthen the skin from inside out due to its powerful ingredients including TCA, plant extracts enzymes and high concentration of Vitamin A known as retinol.

Costing anything between £100 and £300, chemical peels at are often seen as a perfect way to get a better complexion without going under the knife.

THE PERFECT PEEL

Never before has a chemical peel offered results at this level to all ranges of skin types.  The Perfect Peel founds itself on a key anti-aging ingredient never before used in a peel: glutathione.  Glutathione is the ultimate antioxidant known to prevent damage to important cellular components caused by free radicals and peroxides. As we age, our glutathione  levels are depleted due to sun exposure, air pollutants and environmental stress.

The Perfect Peel is the only peel that premieres glutathione as a founding component and is the only true anti-aging ingredient offered exclusively in our formula.  The Perfect Peel works from the inside to repair and nourish the skin by giving it a radiant glow, refining pores, improving skin hyperpigmentations, lifting melasma, diminishing fine lines and wrinkles, eliminating acne and preventing acne marks.  Most importantly, the glutathione element defies the aging process.

Glutathione penetrates deep into the cellular level of the skin to fight oxidant damage and is the anti-aging answer to premature wrinkling. Glutathione is proven to reverse the melanin’s metabolism turning dark pigmentations (eumelanin) into light pigmentation (phaeomelanin).

The Perfect Peel is considered a strong peel and is effective in delivering a vast improvement with just 1 treatment.  The peel is not painful during application and entails a slight sting for the first 30-45 seconds.  Patients will experience peeling throughout days 3-6 and will be completely finished with the peel process by day 7.

How does The Perfect Peel compare to other peels?

The Perfect Peel combines powerful ingredients with effective acids to deliver outstanding results after one treatment. This unique formula allows for an increase in lifting of fine lines and wrinkles as well as reducing dark patches from sun damage or melasma. The Perfect Peel is a non-invasive, virtually painless treatment with only 2-4 days of peeling.  Peeling starts about 2 days after the treatment.  Therefore, planning purposes, the peel should be done 10-14 days before your big event.

How many treatments are necessary for visible improvement?

After one treatment of The Perfect Peel , overall skin tone and complexion will appear smooth, glowing and fresh. Depending on skin conditions, multiple treatments may be necessary for desired results. A series of 2-3 treatments applied once every 4 weeks will allow for optimal results for more severe skin conditions such as melasma and active acne. When you attend your skin consultation at London Lip Clinic, Rupesh can discuss the number of treatments you may need.

How long will my results last?

As long as the skin is maintained with proper skin care products improved results will last.  We recommend 2 – 4  Perfect Peel treatments per year to sustain desired results for regular maintenance and rejuvenation.  If your looking for great results with no peeling. Dermapen is a great alternative treatment to consider.

What skin types respond well to THE PERFECT PEEL?

All skin types (Fitzpatrick 1-6) and all ethnicities are safe to treat and will benefit from The Perfect Peel.

What type of preconditioning is required?

The Perfect Peel requires no preconditioning of the skin prior to treatment. Only those patients who use Roaccutane must stop usage (12) months prior to treatment in order to achieve desired results.

Does THE PRFECT PEEL burn?

The patient may feel a slight stinging or tingling sensation which will subside after 30-60 seconds. Numbing takes place once the first pass of The Perfect Peel solution is applied. A fan or cool breeze may be used for the comfort of the patient.  On a pain scale from 1-10, most patients give it a 2-3.

How long will the application process take?

The Perfect Peel application only takes 15 minutes to administer.

How severe is the peeling and what is the duration of the peeling process?

The amount of peeling skin associated with The Perfect Peel is mainly a sloughing of thin sheets of the top layers of the skin (epidermis) that begins around day three and generally is completed by day six or seven.

What will I look like during The Perfect Peel treatment process and post peel?

Immediately after the peel has been applied the skin will appear slightly pink and bronzed. On day three, peeling will begin around the nose and then extends to cheeks and forehead.  If the neck is peeled, this may not be as dramatic as the face’s peeling.  This is normal.  The neck skin or other non-facial areas usually don’t experience as much peeling skin.  It doesn’t mean that the peel was ineffective.  This skin also has to be treated more gently than facial skin to maintain safety. The Perfect Peel moisturiser will reduce the visibility of peeling by hydrating. By day six or seven the peeling process should be mostly complete (especially for facial skin).

Will my daily routine be affected after the treatment?

Normal activities may be resumed immediately post peel. We recommend avoiding heavy exercise and excessive sweating during the peeling process.  Also, it is extremely important not to pull or rub on peeling skin.  If skin is prematurely or forcefully peeled, adverse side effects are higher.

Can make-up be worn post peel?

The day the peel is applied the patient should not put any make up or other products on his or her face post peel. Make-up may be worn on day 2 of the peeling process.

How many treatments are required?

The Perfect Peel may be applied initially every four weeks if necessary. Thereafter, we recommend once every 3 – 6 months to maintain improved skin results, as well as to prevent further ageing and environmental damage.

Can The Perfect Peel be applied to other parts of the body other than the face?

The face, neck, chest and hands are the most commonly applied areas. The Perfect Peel can be applied to other areas of the body, but the process and the results will not necessarily be the same.  It may take more treatments to achieve the same effectiveness as facial skin.  Again, this is because there are less pilosebaceous units off the face, which make this skin more sensitive.  We take this into consideration when determining your treatment plan.  Safety and effectiveness are both extremely important.

Will The Perfect Peel help improve acne and acne scars?

The Perfect Peel formula was designed to help improve various problematic skin conditions, including acne. The Perfect Peel helps minimise the damage and scarring that can result from acne. Glutathione helps increase cellular turnover thus reducing stubborn acne scars. A series of peels is required.

How many treatments are necessary to improve the appearance of acne scars?

Depending on the severity of the scarring, a series of 3-4 peels spaced four weeks apart is recommended for optimal results. The number of treatments will also depend on how vigorously the layers are applied.

How will The Perfect Peel improve my skin?

The Perfect Peel will reduce or eliminate dark spots from sun damage and melasma. It will control acne and reduce acne scars.  In addition, it will help erase fine lines and wrinkles, reduce enlarged pores and build collagen and elastin for a healthier, firmer complexion.  The overall tone, texture and clarity of the skin will be improved.

Is sun exposure permitted post peel?

Sun exposure should be limited if not avoided before and during the peel process to avoid uneven exposure.  When you expose your skin to the sun’s ultraviolet light rays before and after peels, you increase your risk of side effects from a peel, especially post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (paradoxical darkening from peel).

Can I receive the Perfect Peel if I am pregnant or nursing?  

If you are pregnant, you cannot receive the perfect peel.  If you are nursing, you may receive the peel, but you need to dump your breast milk for 24-48 hours after the procedure.

ZO 3 STEP PEEL

ZO 3-Step Peel is the only multifunctional epidermal peel designed to provide longer-lasting treatment benefits. Utilising a blend of exfoliants, a 6% concentration of retinol and multi-action agents that stimulate collagen and restore moisture balance, it evens skin texture for softer, smoother, tighter looking skin. The ZO 3-Step Peel is an innovative treatment, designed to support dermal and epidermal stimulation.

We often recommend you starting on a ZO skin program according to your skin type 4-6 weeks before the 3-Step Peel to help strengthen skin and enhance the benefits of it. The application of this peel can be easily tailored to each person, based on their tolerance level and can be repeated every 3-4 weeks. However, you should expect some downtime after this peel. To maintain results, the peel should be repeated 2-3 times per year.

Key Benefits of the 3-Step Zo Skin Peel

• Improves acne, melasma, sun damage, fine lines, texture roughness, large pores, and dullness.
• Suppresses post-procedure skin inflammation that can be caused by peels, sun, hormones and pollution.
• Patient-friendly peel for all individuals. Suitable for any skin type or colour.
• Usage studies show minimal irritation.
• Dual-action, highly effective peel designed to provide epidermal renewal and dermal stimulation.
• Utilises a blend of exfoliants, 6% concentration of retinol, and multi-action agents to significantly improve skin health and treat many signs of skin ageing.
• Supports barrier function and improves skin’s ability to repair and renew itself.
• Provides antioxidant protection, DNA repair, and anti-inflammation benefits.