what makes the peel effective?

The efficacy of a chemical peel depends on a number of factors, from the client’s skin condition to the skin therapist’s application method. Taking each of these factors into consideration during the treatment process will help to optimise your client’s results.

skin health
Generally speaking, healthy skin is less likely to experience adverse reactions to a chemical peel. Cracked or dehydrated skin allows chemical peel agents to penetrate further, which can intensify stinging and burning.

skin priming
You can benefit from preliminary treatments or products that “prime” the skin, helping to prepare it for the high activity of a chemical peel – particularly if they are new to peels. Priming with at-home peels or other exfoliating agents helps to acclimate skin and ensure that the client receives the best possible result from your peel.

skin prep
Just before the peel, we will “prep” the skin. We follow a 'tried and tested' procedure to ensure your skin is thoroughly double cleansed and degreased; this helps the chemical peel penetrate skin evenly and effectively.

peeling agent(s), solution pH and concentration
Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs), Beta Hydroxy Acids (BHAs) and Trichloroacetic Acid (TCA) all have different molecular sizes, and therefore penetrate skin to different degrees. Because of this, each acid lends itself to the treatment of different skin concerns. Peel pH and concentration play a role, too; for AHAs and BHAs, the pH of the solution is just as important as the concentration of the acid. Peeling agents with a low pH are more acidic and better able to target concerns like pigmentation and wrinkles