S.P.F. Dermatology's Chemical Peels
Our chemical peel treatments at SPF Cosmetic Dermatology are designed to rejuvenate your skin, diminish fine lines, and fade away imperfections, leaving you with a radiant, youthful complexion. Experience the transformative power of our chemical peels and embrace a revitalized, confident you.
What is a Chemical Peel?
Chemical peels are the gold standard for medical conditions like acne and hyperpigmentation. This peel system is safe for all skin types (Fitzpatrick Skin Types I – VI), active acne, and melasma. This medical prescription peel contains Trichloroacetic Acid (TCA), a relative of vinegar that causes the top layers of cells to dry up and peel, Retinoid Acid (Vitamin A), a promoter of collagen and elastin, increases epidermal water, normalizes cell turnover, and inhibits melanin, Salicylic Acid, an anti-inflammatory BHA, Phenol, L-Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C), a powerful antioxidant, Hydroquinone, a deep exfoliant and melanin inhibitor, Kojic Acid, found in mushrooms and soy which separates copper from tyrosinase in skin to brighten complexions, and Benzoyl Peroxide (BPO) which kills acne causing bacteria (aka P. acnes) and clears pores in the deep dermis.
What to Expect From a Chemical Peel?
A prescription solution will be applied to your skin in-office that looks like a self-tanner gone wrong! This will remain on your face for 4 hours and then you must wash it off. This is considered Day 1, and on this day, once you wash off the solution, you will be slightly red, tight, dry, and itchy. This redness is not too extreme and wearing light makeup is okay.
You may be red, tight, dry, itchy.
You may be more red, more tight, more dry, more itchy.
You may be the most red, the most tight, the most dry, the most itchy, Peeling begins around the mouth and spread. Last areas to peel are the brows, neck, and hairline.
You may be more red, more tight, more dry, more itchy.
Resume normal skincare, products may sting/burn.
Residual dryness and redness can be normal. Increase moisturizer use.
At Home Support
You will receive a booklet with very specific instructions guiding your next 7 days. This is the preferred place to receive aftercare instructions from. You can download the VI peel app within the app store to access fun features, however the best aftercare instructions come from the booklet. After 4 hours, wash off the chemical peel applied in -office with the VI gentle cleanser given to you. You will go home with a peel kit containing additional acids, creams, and SPF all meant to work together.
Combination Treatments
A chemical peel is medically prescribed blend of ultra-high strength acids, retinols, vitamins, and phenols that induce medium to deep layer peeling of the dermis. This in combination with micro needling is incredibly effective for acne/ acne scarring and hyperpigmentation. This is also used to combat aging and allow for increased cell turnover, regeneration, and increased absorption of products. You can repeat the peel once a month until goals are achieved for extreme results.
Recommendations
Daily oral antihistamine use (Zyrtec/Claritin) will help with uncomfortable itch.
Avoid workouts (only Days 1-3), direct sunlight (sunbathing, watersports, indirect sunlight exposure is okay), over cleansing, and excessively hot showers.
Cut loose skin with a scissor.
Not recommended for pregnant/breastfeeding
Aquaphor can help with areas that feel raw around the base of the nose or corners of the mouth.
Excessively touching newly resurfaced skin can lead to folliculitis or other infections.
Do not pick/pull skin off, otherwise serious and long-term complications like scarring and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation can occur.
Not recommended for those allergic to aspirin or those who have used Accutane (isotretinoin) in the last 6 months.
Recommendations
Daily oral antihistamine use (Zyrtec/Claritin) will help with uncomfortable itch.
Avoid workouts (only Days 1-3), direct sunlight (sunbathing, watersports, indirect sunlight exposure is okay), over cleansing, and excessively hot showers.
Not recommended for pregnant/ breastfeeding
Cut loose skin with a scissor.
Aquaphor can help with areas that feel raw around the base of the nose or corners of the mouth.
Excessively touching newly resurfaced skin can lead to folliculitis or other infections.
Do not pick/pull skin off, otherwise serious and long-term complications like scarring and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation can occur.
Not recommended for those allergic to aspirin or those who have used Accutane (isotretinoin) in the last 6 months.
Virtual Consultations
If you are not sure what treatments are right for you, and you are looking for expert medical opinions, feel free to schedule a complimentary virtual consultations with our Nurse Practitioner to help select the right products and routines for your specific needs and lifestyle.
Additional Services
Our range of treatments are designed to address different concerns from wrinkles to hormones & weight loss. We believe in consistent treatments with a holistic approach.
Additional Services
Our range of treatments are designed to address different concerns from wrinkles to hormones & weight loss. We believe in consistent treatments with a holistic approach.
SPF Cosmetic Dermatology Client Reviews
I am so happy with the service and the experience I had with Lilith! She did a phenomenal job! She is so attentive to detail and is a perfectionist in the best way possible. She listened to what I wanted and gave me exactly that. She is truly a professional and master at her craft. I am so excited to have found her. I HIGHLY recommend her and the amazing providers at S.P.F. Cosmetic Dermatology! 1000/10!
Parisa Z.
MJ is amazing, she goes out of her way for her patients and she cares. There aren't many places that will take the time to send you what you need prior to appointment. Mj cares and wants the best for her patients, and being her patient this means alot, I value the time she takes to explain every single step and teaches you at the same time, she is very honest.
Dalia M.
I have to say that this was the best experience I’ve had at a med spa. Not only was the service exceptional, M.J. truly made me feel at ease and her level of honesty regarding the results I was looking for was none other than professionalism at its best. It was exactly the type of consultation I was looking for. Her fun and congenial personality made my time there all that more enjoyable. Thank you MJ.! I finally found the perfect place for all my beauty needs!
Yvette M.
I am so happy with the service and the experience I had with Lilith! She did a phenomenal job! She is so attentive to detail and is a perfectionist in the best way possible. She listened to what I wanted and gave me exactly that. She is truly a professional and master at her craft. I am so excited to have found her. I HIGHLY recommend her and the amazing providers at S.P.F. Cosmetic Dermatology! 1000/10!
Parisa Z.
MJ is amazing, she goes out of her way for her patients and she cares. There aren't many places that will take the time to send you what you need prior to appointment. Mj cares and wants the best for her patients, and being her patient this means alot, I value the time she takes to explain every single step and teaches you at the same time, she is very honest.
Dalia M.
I Came to S.P.F Cosmetic Dermatology and Met MJ and she’s been so warm and welcoming , I mentioned to her I’ve tried everything to loose weight and she recommended Semaglutide which is a once a week injection drinking plenty of fluids. I started in April at 226 and it’s now June 14 and I weigh 213 !!! I’m in total shock thank you !! Mj !! You truest are the best !!
Yesenia R.
I have to say that this was the best experience I’ve had at a med spa. Not only was the service exceptional, M.J. truly made me feel at ease and her level of honesty regarding the results I was looking for was none other than professionalism at its best. It was exactly the type of consultation I was looking for. Her fun and congenial personality made my time there all that more enjoyable. Thank you MJ.! I finally found the perfect place for all my beauty needs!
Yvette M.