What are Skin Peels?
Skin peels are basically acids at varying strengths that remove the outer layers of the skin to improve skin function and improve appearance. It is a form of exfoliation.
It is very easy to do permanent damage to the face, which is why it is important to consult with a qualified health professional to determine what type of chemical peel will be appropriate. Some skin types require just superficial treatment, while others require deeper penetration. Always see a professional!
What conditions do they treat?
SKIN AGEING
The visible signs of ageing (photo-ageing) include:
- wrinkles
- dilated pores
- dry rough skin
- sagging and laxity
- pigment changes
- vascular changes – thread veins
PIGMENTED DISORDERS
Skin peels are great for hyper-pigmented skin due to sun damage, age spots/liver spots and post-inflammatorypigmentation. They are very effective for melasma and chloasma – skin pigmentation due to hormonal changes
ACNE PRONE SKIN
Skin peels can be very beneficial for those acne prone skin that have not responded to over the counter treatments. They are also good for oily skin types.
The type of peels we use
SKIN BRIGHTENING PEEL – DERMACEUTIC MILK PEEL
This peel is safe and works well on all skin tones. It can handle shallow acne marks, fine lines and early signs of ageing. It is a great ‘pick me up peel’ for weddings and special occasions
ANTI- ACNE PEEL -DERMACEUTIC MASK PEEL
This is a highly effective for acne- and rosacea-prone skin. Its is perfect for oily skin as it exfoliates and tightens the pores
ANTI -AGEING PEEL – DERMACEUTIC COSMO Peel
This is one of the harshest peels available and can only administered only by a professional. The active ingredient is TCA. It is used for deep wrinkles, severe discolouration, and serious acne scars. It is only suitable for people with light skin. The anti ageing results however are amazing.
Cosmelan Peel
This is a deep depigmenting peel solution made primarily of Azelaic Acid, Kojic Acid. The Cosmelan Peel decreases the skin’s natural melanin production by inhibiting certain enzymes, providing an even complexion. Please refer to the pigmentation page for further information
Skin Consultation
We also offer a confidential skin analysis consultation lasting around 15 minutes during which Dr. Ameh will make a full assessment of your skin and medical history to ensure that treatment provided is suitable for you.
Dr Ameh specialises in darker skin tones, with a deep understanding of numerous skin conditions that tend to affect ethnic skin a lot more.
Highlighted issues
- Skin spots
- Pores
- Skin roughness
- Wrinkles
- Acne
- Skin moisture
At the end of the consultation, you will be given a treatment plan/advice as well as an easy to follow home care routine.
We also use the skin analyser to show the improvements effects both before and after skin treatment.
