How a Chemical Peel Facial Quickens Skincare Results
We can ride good vibes into the sunset, but when it comes to our own reflection, sometimes we need a little encouragement to conjure up the self-love and empowerment that we deserve. It's hard to find a balance between wanting to improve and meeting yourself where you’re at. But there’s a little-known secret that you can totally pull off both of those things at the same time.
When it comes to skincare treatments, chemical peel facials are heaven-sent.
What is a chemical peel facial and how does it work?
Balance is necessary for all things, skincare especially, and we can work on nurturing ourselves through intentional maintenance when it comes to our skin.
Chemical peel facials offer your skin the nutrients of a chemical solution to dissolve the debris and excess oil on those first two layers of your skin. The result? Soft, glowing, radiant skin that has what it needs to recover.
Utilizing a chemical solution to address a myriad of skincare concerns
If you’ve been struggling with acne, skin discoloration, or other skin “concerns”, know that there’s not a single person on planet earth with perfect skin. In fact, the less you focus on perfecting, and more on nourishing your skin from the inside out, you might notice a huge shift in the way you perceive yourself.
What conditions can a chemical peel facial help?
A chemical peel facial might be the perfect solution to your skin texture and general skin concerns. Chemical peels can improve the appearance and touch of your skin, depending on how severe your condition is.
They can treat everything from scarring to sun spots, wrinkles, scaly patches, and more. Your esthetician will be able to help you determine what type of chemical peel would best suit your specific skin condition or skin care needs.
Are there certain skin types that should steer clear of chemical peel facials?
Light chemical peels on a superficial level can be utilized on almost all skin types. If you have a darker skin tone, you might notice a larger risk of developing “post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation” – or skin discoloration, after your treatment. Talk with your esthetician about the spectrum of treatments and details on a peel that doesn’t cause skin discoloration as a side effect.
The different types and depths of chemical peel facials
In order to address a wide range of issues, chemical peel facials are typically separated into three main categories. The light or superficial chemical peel, the medium chemical peel, and the deep chemical peel. At varying depths, each of them serves a different purpose to help you find and feel like your best self!
Light or superficial chemical peel facials
A light, or superficial chemical peel, is the most gentle depth. Your esthetician may determine that this strength may serve your skin type better than any other. The best part about the light chemical peel is that it requires little to no downtime whatsoever. After your appointment, you can resume most of your normal day-to-day activities. Combined with a facial and you’ve got yourself a little self-care Sunday in the books!
Medium chemical peel facials
Medium-depth chemical peels work to remove cells from the upper and middle layers of your skin- the dermis and epidermis. A medium-depth peel is a great in-between for those who need a little more than just a basic peel similar to lactic acid or glycolic acid, but don’t have intensive scarring or skin discoloration.
Deep chemical peel facials
If your esthetician has recommended a deep chemical peel facial, then resurfacing skin that is discolored, scarred, or otherwise heavily textured with this peel is your best option. A deep chemical peel facial can change the entire relationship you have with your skin. Especially if you’ve been struggling with deep acne scars or hyperpigmentation. Unlike the other two, these peels must be given by a dermatologist, and have varying downtimes and pretreatment associated with them.
Things to note before and after your chemical peel facial
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Everything you need to know to prepare for your chemical peel facial
You can ditch exfoliating for a week leading up to your appointment since you'll have an exfoliating chemical peel on during your facial. Make sure to treat your body kindly, getting plenty of rest and staying properly hydrated.
Aftercare for chemical peel facials
After your chemical peel facial, you’re going to feel rejuvenated and ready to take on the world! You can wash your face with cold water to help soothe those post-peeling sensations, especially if you were treated with a medium chemical peel. Moisturize and hydrate your skin and make sure to slather on sunscreen with at least SPF 30. Skip out on the dry saunas, steam rooms, and any extreme workouts. Take a break from exfoliation and give your face time to heal for at least a few days after your appointment.
Consistency is key when it comes to chemical peel facial results
These days, it’s hard to keep up with everyone between work, life stress, and meeting everyone’s needs. Carving out just a little time to dedicate to taking care of your skin daily, and monthly can help you hop on the fast track toward achieving your skincare goals.
Let New Moon Aesthetics empower you to prioritize your skin health
At New Moon Aesthetics, we feel so connected to our clients and their ongoing journey to honor the practice of self-love, self-care, and extending that trust to us. It’s not something we take lightly, and we’re so looking forward to seeing you soon!
