Chemical Peel

Revealing Fresh, Glowing Skin

Have you always felt perfect skin is out of reach? It doesn’t have to be. A chemical peel can address and control common problems such as acne, discolouration, texture, and even fine lines and wrinkles. You can have the radiant skin you always hoped for!

Skin peels are designed to transform complexion through the exfoliation and removal of dead skin cells, stimulating the growth of healthy, new cells. Excellent for improving the appearance of blemished, scarred, ageing or sun damaged skin into healthy, glowing skin.

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At Nurse Gray Aesthetics, I use an innovative biphasic medical peel with biostimulating, revitalising and peeling actions, using trichloroacetic acid (TCA 35%) as the main ingredient. It promotes cell turn over by removing the over corneal layer cells, with selective action on the corneocyte's junction bonds. It has 14 active ingredients that contribute to a profound stimulation of skin replication and biosynthetic process, essential to counter the effects of skin ageing and oxidative damage induced by UV radiation and pollution.

Indications:

- Dull and inelastic skin

- Acne in the acute stage, comedonal form

of acne and post acne

- Dilated pores and oily skin

- Skin pigmentation

- Photoaging (damage from the sun)

- Fine lines and wrinkles

Procedure Time: 30 Minutes

Recovery Time: 24 Hrs (Can resume work same day)

Results: Start to see results immediately.

Risks: May cause temporary redness. While extremely rare, infection or scarring are risks of chemical peeling treatments.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does a chemical peel work?

The peel used at Nurse Gray Aesthetics is an innovative peel treatment, using patented 2-phase technology. This provides a bio-stimulating, revitalising and peel-like effect. The combination of these components results in a mild exfoliation, stimulating the biosynthetic process, restoring the structure of the skin. It encourages the growth of new skin cells, which results in smoother, firmer, and more even-toned skin. Chemical peels can also help improve the appearance of wrinkles, age spots, and other signs of ageing, reduces pore size and hyperpigmentation.
Why are chemical peels used?

To give our skin a boost. Peels are great for giving a glow to the skin, improving acne, pigmentation and generally improving the texture and tone. They can reduce the appearance of wrinkles, age spots, acne, and other blemishes. They can also help to improve the texture and tone of the skin and make it appear smoother and firmer.
What type of peel is used at Nurse Gray Aesthetics?

It is a deep TCA peel that is used to penetrate through the top five layers of the skin, causing a renewed appearance from the inside out.
What strength peel is used at Nurse Gray Aesthetics?

The peel strength used at Nurse Gray Aesthetics is a 35% medical grade TCA for face & neck. It is excellent in anti-ageing due to it containing all the essential amino acids and vitamins your skin needs
Can chemical peels be preventative?

Yes absolutely! Chemical peels can be used as a preventative measure to help reduce the signs of ageing.
What an I do before the procedure?

The type of peel used at Nurse Gray Aesthetics offers no downtime. This mean there is zero to minimal peeling.
Who can have the chemical peel at Nurse Gray Aesthetics?

The peel used is suitable for all skin types, tone or age
Does a chemical peel hurt?

Chemical peels can cause some discomfort and stinging during the procedure. However, most people find the discomfort to be minimal and tolerable.
Can I wear make-up after a chemical peel?

It is recommended to wait at least 24 hours after a chemical peel before applying makeup. Before putting on makeup, be sure to cleanse your skin and moisturize as needed.
What should you avoid after a chemical peel?

Picking at the skin. ... Skipping sunscreen. ... Letting the skin dry out. ... Not applying moisturizer. ... Applying too much moisturizer. ... Being afraid of cold compresses. ... Exfoliating. ...
How often can I have a peel?

For best results, we recommend a treatment every 7-10 days for 3 to 6 sessions. You can also combine the peel with the following treatments: Before Botox or Dermal filler treatments.
Can you see results after one peel?

Yes! Many people can see a significant improvement in the appearance of their skin tone and texture in as little as one peel treatment. This is because a peel functions as an exfoliant, which can drastically improve the superficial quality of your skin.
What are the side effects?

For the first few days after your treatment, you may notice some redness, dryness, and mild tingling. After about three days you may have some flaking and peeling of the top layer of skin, similar to what happens after a sunburn.
Who should avoid chemical peels?

Peels are not recommended for anyone who is pregnant or nursing, has inflamed acne or a sunburn or is taking Accutane. People who use retinoids can get a chemical peel but must stop using the product three to four days before treatment.