Peels

A chemical peel is a treatment in which an acid solution is used to remove the damaged outer layers of the skin. At Spa Natural, we apply hydroxy acids, such as glycolic, lactic and malic acids, to dissolve the bonds that hold skin cells together allowing them to shed.

A chemical peel enhances and smoothes the texture of the skin by exfoliation. Regular exfoliation speeds up your skin’s natural renewal process, helps to keep acne under control, diminishes uneven skin tone and discolouration, softens fine lines and wrinkles and leaves skin soft and glowing.

For best results, it is recommended that chemical peels be done in the fall and winter time, to avoid over-exposure to the sun prior to and after a chemical peel.

Peel Precautions*

Customers should be aware of the various precautions involved with a chemical peel, including:

• may cause skin sensitivity including stinging, itching, irritation
• avoiding sun exposure, tanning beds, hot baths or showers
• avoiding waxing or depilatories 48 hours before and 7 days after treatment
• discontinue the use of exfoliating scrubs at least 24 hours before and after treatment
• discontinue the use of prescription Vitamin A Keratolytic drugs 7 days before and after treatment
• a broad-spectrum sunscreen is recommended daily pre & post-treatment

*The above list is just a sample of the peel precautions. Please inquire at Spa Natural for a complete listing.

Peel Contradindications*

• the use of isotretinoin in the past 12 months
• the use of prescription Keratolytics within the past 7 days
• use of Accutane in the last 6 months
• use of Hydrocortisone
• allergies or sensitivities to products or ingredients, including aspirin

*The above list is just a sample of the peel contraindications. Please inquire at Spa Natural for a complete listing.