Chemical Peel
Exfoliate your skin on a deeper level for a bright, even-toned complexion.
Why it’s special:
- Hit the reset button on your skin — ideal for texture, pores and pigment, too
- Address visible signs of sun damage, rough texture, fine lines and wrinkles, enlarged pores, uneven skin tone and acne
- If you’ve got a little downtime, this might be the option for you — your skin will be bright and smooth after a few days of shedding
Frequency and pricing
Frequency:
- Every 4-6 weeks; 4-6 treatments are recommended for best results.
Pricing:
- ZO 3-Step Peel, $400
Here’s our plan
- Schedule your appointment at least two weeks before a special event. Redness, peeling and dryness may be apparent in that time period.
- Let your provider know if you have a history of cold sores. An antiviral may be prescribed.
- You may not have an active rash or infection in the area being treated.
- You’ll need to avoid Accutane for six months prior to treatment.
- You’ll need to avoid IPL/BBL photofacials, laser treatments and waxing two weeks prior to treatment.
- Discontinue topical retinoids one week before treatment.
- You may not receive a peel if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- To set proper expectations, the treatment and peel process should be discussed in full prior to treatment.
- We’ll apply the peel in-office and provide a post-treatment kit to help skin heal.
- Enjoy healthy, radiant skin in a matter of days!
- Redness or sensitivity might be present and can last up to a few days.
- Peeling may start 1-3 days after treatment.
- Don’t pick or scratch at treated skin. Use clean eyebrow scissors to trim peeling skin if needed.
- Avoid strenuous exercise or sweating for 24 hours after treatment. Keep exercise light until peeling ends.
- Avoid makeup until peeling ends and skin has healed. Use 100% Mineral Tinted SPF to camouflage if needed.
- Avoid sun tanning and prolonged exposure to direct sunlight.
- If exposed to the sun, use broad spectrum SPF 30+ and reapply every two hours.
- Wear sun-protective hats.
- We’ll send you home with a post-procedure kit (our Jetsetter Kit) to use for the next 7-10 days as skin heals.
- Wait one hour (or until your skin is cool) before applying Recovery Lotion or SPF.
- Restart your regular routine after 7-10 days or once skin no longer feels dry, rough, tight and has completely healed.
- Post-procedure kit is ideal for dry, sensitive skin and should only be used while skin heals. Prolonged use for oily, acne-prone skin can cause breakouts.
- Avoid chemical/physical exfoliants and retinol for at least one week.
- We recommend wearing broad spectrum SPF 30+ daily and reapplying every two hours.
FAQs
What’s the downtime like?
It’s common to experience peeling within 1-2 days of treatment, which can last up to five days. We recommend scheduling chemical peels around your work schedule if you’re concerned about social downtime.
When will I see results?
Results from peels that involve shedding of the skin are commonly noticed about one week after treatment.
How long do results last?
Results from treatment are permanent. We recommend diligent lifestyle measures and seasonal or yearly chemical peels to maintain results.
What areas can be treated with a chemical peel?
- Acne
- Enlarged pores
- Melasma
- Sun damage
- Scarring
- Fine lines
- Deep wrinkles
Does it hurt?
The procedure is well tolerated and well accepted by patients. No anesthesia is needed.
The Skin Pharm difference
“The Skin Pharm mission goes beyond improving your complexion — the goal is to find balance and harmony in your inner and outer beauty.
It’s this improvement in our total health that betters our interpersonal relationships — and more importantly, our relationship with ourselves.”
CEO, Founder & Nurse Practitioner
