A modern chemical peel removes the surface layers of dead skin cells without traumatising the deeper skin layers. All peels have varying levels of resurfacing to induce collagen production, improve pigmentation, acne, sun damage, fine lines and wrinkles, scarring and in general improve the look and feel of your skin.
What is a chemical peel?
A chemical peel involves applying a solution to the skin to peel outer layers. This refreshes the skin to remove rough scaly patches, reduce pigmentation, settle acne and improve skin texture.
The solutions we use in cosmetic peels are familiar to most: AHA (glycolic and lactic acid), BHA (salicylic acid) and vitamin C. These cosmetic acids are used in varying strengths to rejuvenate sun damaged skin and pigmentation as well as clear acne.
At SkinRevision Brisbane we use four solutions, which can be layered to tailor the benefits of the peel for your skin type. We first analyse your skin to determine the best peel solution (or combination of peels solutions) for your skin concerns.
Peels offered at SkinRevision
1. Glycolic acid:(sugarcane sugar) A safe peel for pigmentation and sun damage, premature aging. Achieve a more even skin colour with smoother texture and quality.
2. Lactic Acid (Milk sugar) A hydrating peel that is excellent for pigmentation as well as restoring moisture to mature sun damaged skin with fine lines and roughness. This is a favourite especially combined with 100% vitamin C.
3. BHA/Salicylic acid peel: because it is oil soluble this peel is ideal for anyone who has congested skin. Used to enhance acne settling, clear blackheads, white heads and enlarged pores. Salicylic acid peels can be combined with extractions or alternated with microdermabrasion. Once again combining with vitamin C gives your skin a boost.
4. 100% vitamin C, though not strictly a peel, this is a potent skin lightener and skin brightener. It can be used in combination with microdermabrasion, on its own or combined with the above peels
Chemical Peel Cost
A facial peel at SkinRevision costs $70- $90 per peel (Depending on the combination of treatment).
Because you require more than one peel for optimum treatment we offer buy 2 and get the 3rd peel free.
So YOU get three peels for $140 to $180.
Brienna responded on 13 Apr 2009 at 8:30 pm #
hi ,
im just wondering if it helps to remove freckles
and if it does could you get your how body done and how much it would cost to get
thanks
Brienna
rezwana responded on 07 Jul 2009 at 7:47 pm #
hi there, i have ugle streatch marks on my shoulders, i have read about chamical peel can help erase them. Can i please have some suggestion and information on it?
Dr Joanne Turner responded on 12 Jul 2009 at 3:51 pm #
Chemical peels are not really suitable for treatment of stretch marks, in fact nothing effectively gets rid of stretch marks (so save your money on all the creams). Skin needling and fraxel laser treatments have shown some benifit to imrove skin texture and quality. Jo
Joseph responded on 18 Aug 2009 at 4:38 pm #
Hi
I was wondering if a chemical peel would have any effect on really bad cystic acne
Dr Joanne Turner responded on 20 Aug 2009 at 2:01 pm #
Hi Joseph, generally chemical peels are more effective for mild to moderate acne. Though it certainly may help you are best looking at Roaccutane for really bad cystic acne. This requires a referral to a dermatologist. This may take time to get an appointment, but honestly you would probably not really get a good enough effect to justify trying chemical peels for cystic acne. I hope this has been of help. Jo
Kellie responded on 15 Oct 2009 at 9:21 pm #
Would a chemical peel do anything for ‘pock’ marks or acne type scarring? If not, what treatment would be most effective and achieve the fastest results?
Thanks
Dr Joanne Turner responded on 19 Oct 2009 at 9:53 am #
Hi Kellie, Chemical peels are not the most effective treatment for acne scarring, generally it is best to look at skin needling for acne scarring. The best thing is to come in for a free assessment consultation at the outset and we will explain how this works, or follow the link to our page which explains the treatment of acne scars.
There is no obligation with the assessment so it is best to call us on 33505447 to book a free consultation at the outset. regards Jo
Tayla responded on 19 Nov 2009 at 10:33 pm #
Hey,
Im 15 and I have a fair bit of red scarring around my mouth from pimples.
What do you suggest for me to get them removed?
Thank you
Renee responded on 24 Nov 2009 at 9:35 pm #
Hi,
I was wondering if the effects of this treatment last or if they gradually diminish over a month or so? Eg. microdermabrasion effects don’t last, whereas the effect of an ablative laser does but is apparently quite traumatic for the skin.
Where do chemical peels sit within this continuum?
Thanks for your help.
Dr Joanne Turner responded on 09 Dec 2009 at 5:01 am #
The effects of chemical peels tend to be progressive and you do need a series to have an impact. The peels that we do are superficial peels only and not traumatic at all and the length they last depends on what you are addressing. I certainly do not recommend ablative laser and the best treatment choice depends on what is concerning you. regards Jo
ash responded on 16 Feb 2010 at 4:18 pm #
hi just wondering what peel i would need 2 get rid of my freckles permietly
Dr Joanne Turner responded on 22 Feb 2010 at 2:21 pm #
Hi Ash, we would need to assess you to advise whether peels, intense pulsed light treatment of prescription treatments are the best way to fade your freckles. Peels are very good for treating pigmentation, however sometimes other options are better. The best thing is to call us on 33505447 to book a free consutation at the outset. Once we assess your face we will be able to let you know which options are best. There is no obligation with this. regards Jo