PCA Skin Peel Treatments
Whether you’re looking to tighten, brighten, tone, or smooth, there’s a peel for you. Our certified peel technicians personalize ach treatment to your unique skin type and desired outcome, leaving your skin with a healthy, glowing complexion.
- Why do we carry PCA Peels over other brands?
- We choose PCA Peels because they’ve been the gold standard in superficial and medium depth professional peels for over 30 years. Their formulations are clinically proven to deliver real results, and PCA is constantly innovating to improve their products.
- What is a Chemical Peel?
- A chemical peel is a non-invasive skin treatment that removes dead skin cells to reveal a smoother, brighter complexion. It helps improve fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, hyperpigmentation, and overall skin texture by stimulating new cell growth and collagen production.
- Who can benefit from a Chemical Peel?
- Chemical peels are great for anyone looking to refresh their skin and address concerns such as:
✔ Tone: Achieve a more even skin tone by targeting sun damage, redness, and dark spots for a balanced and clear complexion.
✔ Brightening: Lighten dark spots, hyperpigmentation, and sun damage to reveal a brighter, more even complexion with a natural glow.
✔ Skin Regeneration: Promote the natural healing and regeneration of skin cells, helping to repair damage and maintain smooth, healthy skin.
✔ Hyperpigmentation: Target dark spots and uneven skin tone with treatments that lighten for a more even and luminous skin surface.
✔ Acne & Blemishes: Fight breakouts and blemishes with targeted treatments that clear up your skin and prevent future flare-ups for a clear, fresh face.
✔ Fine Lines & Wrinkles: Smooth out fine lines and wrinkles by promoting collagen and elastin production, for younger-looking skin with a rejuvenated feel.
We offer a range of peel strengths, personalized by our certified peel technicians, to customize treatment for your unique skin type and goals.
- When should you get a Chemical Peel?
- For best results, peels are often done in a series of treatments every 2-4 weeks for correction and quarterly maintenance.
Before Treatment:
- No retinols 3 days prior
- No prescription retinols 1 week prior
- No Accutane/Isotretinoin for 6 months prior
After Treatment:
- Minimal sun for 1 week after
- Wear SPF daily (MDI carries EltaMD Sunscreen in office to protect and nourish your skin)
- If peeling occurs, it will happen on days 2-3
More aftercare treatment instructions, post care will vary according to specific peel. Specific instructions will be given at the time of the peel, but these are general guidelines to follow:
- Wash twice daily with a gentle cleanser.
- Liberally apply a bland moisturizer after cleansing and throughout the day if needed to prevent dryness and formation of crust.
- Do not vigorously rub, pick or peel the flaking skin. Allow the scales to slough off on their own. If you experience itching, over the counter hydrocortisone 1% cream can be used twice daily for comfort.
- Sun protection is critical. Wearing a broad-rimmed hat is recommended post-treatment. You should not have any sun exposure without a broad-spectrum sunblock with UVA/UVB coverage and a minimum SPF30. This includes just driving to work.
- Wait 7-10 days before laser treatments, waxing or microdermabrasion.
- Wait 7 days before the use of Retin-A, Renova, Differin, Tazorac or any other exfoliating agents. No swimming or sauna for at least 7 days after each peel.
- Avoid aerobics and other physical activity 48-72 hours following a peel. This is the suggested amount of time to keep the skin “cool.”
- If you were instructed to take an anti-viral medication, please complete the prescribed course. The procedure can cause swelling, redness, crusting, dryness, skin sensitivity, itching and obvious peeling of the site, which could last for 1-2 weeks.
- In the days after the peel, the skin may feel and look tight.
- Pre-existing spots may darken and appear brown.
These are expected reactions. If you have any questions or concerns, or experience an unexpected reaction, please call our office immediately. We can always be reached after hours through our emergency line and are happy to speak with you.