Description

About Lactic Acid Peel?
Lactic acid is derived from sour milk or yogurt and has high hydration power stimulating collagen and elastin improving skin tone and texture, particularly suitable for all skin types but extremely effective in treating dehydration by improving skin’s built-in process for keeping itself hydrated (natural moisture factor), flakiness and premature ageing. It is specifically effective in dissolving dead skin cells and promoting cellular skin rejuvenation and increasing hydration. Lactic acid exfoliates by loosening the bonds between dead skin cells to reveal a more radiant complexion.

How does lactic acid work?

Lactic acid helps remove old, dull cells on the skin’s surface by dissolving the bonds that hold them together (exfoliation). Lactic acid also makes cell turnover happen faster and stimulates the processes by which your skin sheds old cells and replaces them with new ones (cell renewal)

As a result, lactic acid gives you a brighter complexion as well as smoother and softer skin.

Lactic Acid Peel combines all the properties of this acid into an anti-aging peel which softens contours, reduces solar damage, improves texture, skin tone/aspect and generally activates collagen and elastin formation likewise other dermis substances.

Benefits 

• Brightens dullness
• Firms skin
• Smooths and evens skin texture.
• Reduces fine lines and wrinkles.
• Balances the micro biome for acne and sensitive skins
• Improves hydration on a deeper and surface layer.
• Improves pigmentation

Is this peel safe for my skin type?

We consider the Lactic Acid peel safe for most skin types; however, we will assess your skin to determine the most suitable peel for your skin type and concern.

How many treatments will I need?

This will depend on your main concern and condition of your skin. Between 3-6 regular treatments to treat most skin concerns. We would also create you a maintenance plan and home care routine to ensure your results are long lasting and maintained.

Pre treatment 

You must prepare your skin with prescribed skincare for two weeks prior to your session to ensure all your cells are strengthened and prepared for your peel.  Preparing the treatment area is essential to its success and helps minimise your healing time. Following our expert advice on pre and post care plus maintenance, contributes to 70% of your treatment’s success.

• You must apply a SPF 50+ containing zinc for two to four weeks prior to the treatment date.
• Use corrective prescribed skincare by your therapist for 2 weeks prior to your appointment.
• Avoid direct sun exposure for two to four weeks prior to treatment.
• No spray tans
• Avoid UV/heat-based treatments (sauna/tanning bed) for two weeks prior.
• Arrive to your appointment with cleansed skin and no lotions.
• Be sure to notify your therapist if you’re on any medication – this includes contraception and vitamins.
• Do not use serums/lotions with active ingredients one week prior to your treatment.
• Do not use filler four weeks prior to treatment.
• Do not use Botox two weeks prior to treatment.
• Avoid facial waxing or laser hair removal for two weeks prior to being treated.
• If you’re prone to herpes simplex, you must use Zovirax for five days before and after intensive treatment.
• If you have an autoimmune disease, you must be on oral antibiotics during the healing period.
• Apply sunscreen every morning and reapply after four hours if you’re in water or direct sunlight. Ensure your sunscreen SPF is 50+ UVA and UVB.

Post Treatment

• You may experience darkening/shedding of pigment lesions, do not pick, or exfoliate them, allow them to come away themselves.
• Do not apply any makeup for 24-48 hours after your treatment.
• Avoid strenuous exercise and/or swimming, sun exposure, cooking over a hot stove or oven, hot showers or anything that will heat the skin for 24-48 hours.
• Avoid the use of active ingredients (AHA, Retinols, Acidic) for one week.
• Avoid anti-inflammatory medications (antihistamine).
• No waxing or laser hair removal on the treated area for two weeks.
• Avoid chlorinated water for 72 hours.
• You need to use sunscreen to prevent sun damage to the skin. Use sunscreen with SPF 50 or above UVA/UVB broad-spectrum daily and reapply regularly.
• Try to avoid direct sun exposure for two weeks. If you are prone to herpes simplex, you must use Zovirax for two days before and five days after intensive treatment.
• If you have an autoimmune disease, you must be on oral antibiotics during the healing period.

When cleansing and applying the post-care products make sure you dab them on lightly and don’t wipe the skin as it can cause a reaction