Chemical Peels in Cornelius, NC

A chemical peel is a procedure that involves applying a solution of Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) or Trichloroacetic Acid (TCA) to remove damaged layers of skin. The appropriate SkinMedica Peel is applied to your skin, which causes the damaged skin layers to peel off revealing healthier, younger looking skin underneath. Chemical peels can reduce or improve fine lines, wrinkles, acne, scars, uneven skin tone, and other skin imperfections.

During your skincare consultation, we assess your goals and concerns. Your esthetician will pick the appropriate peel to achieve your desired result. We have three levels of SkinMedica peels, Illuminize, Vitalize, and Rejuvenize. Some downtime, including light to moderate peeling, should be expected depending on the depth of your peel. Sun exposure should be avoided before and after treatment.

During your initial consultation, your esthetician will develop a treatment plan to determine how many chemical peels you will need to reach your desired result. Patients typically see an improvement in their skin after their first chemical peel.

During your treatment, your esthetician will continuously check in with you to determine sensitivity. We utilize personal fans to minimize discomfort. Sensation is normal during a chemical peel, but we monitor your discomfort and end the peel when your tolerance to the peel is met. Skin is calmed until patients feel no discomfort before leaving the office.

Some downtime is associated depending on the type of chemical peel used. Patients should avoid sun exposure for at least one week prior to treatment, and one week after. Peeling starts around day 2 post-treatment, and continues until around day 5. Peeling varies person to person. Patients should not pick or pull at peeling skin, and exclusively use post-care products until peeling is finished.

Chemical peels treat a variety of skin concerns like hyperpigmentation, acne, texture, and fine lines + wrinkles. We carry different SkinMedica peels to address different skin concerns. We have chemical peels that cause no downtime or peeling, and give you an instant glow as well.