Description

About Salicylic Acid Peel

Salicylic Acid derived from willow bark is an oil soluble BHA providing deeper exfoliation helping to minimise excess oil and lift debris to clarify the skin. Salicylic acid can be used for problematic skin, ageing skin to improve texture, sun damage and to treat pigmentation. Salicylic acid is the only acid that works within the skins pore to effectively treat congested and problematic skins. Salicylic Acid acts directly on oily skin problems or those prone to acne, whiteheads, and skin blemishes. The salicylic acid formula mixes freely with existing oils on the epidermis as well as sebaceous material within the follicle.

How does Salicylic Acid Peel Work

Salicylic acid works by penetrating the hair follicle and oil gland and dissolving the acne-causing blockages of dead skin cells, oil, and other debris. It also works to reduce the amount of oil being produced by your oil glands, making it less likely that new acne-causing blockages will form or grow bigger.

Benefits

• Hydrates a dehydrated/dry and sensitive skin
• Lowers inflammation
• Reduces redness, dull, and uneven skin
• Reduces acne inflammation.
• Lowers oil production
• Dissolves milia and ingrown hairs
• Salicylic acid cleans out your pores and sloughs away dead skin cells that build up around your hair follicle and cause blemishes.‌
• Anti-Inflammatory
• Antifungal
• Improves hyperpigmentation

Is this peel safe for my skin type?

We consider the Salicylic 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.