VI Peels are chemical peels that use a combination of ingredients to improve skin tone, texture, and overall appearance. There are various formulas and choosing the right one depends on your skin type, specific treatment goals and skin concerns. Overall, the benefits of VI peels include reducing acne and acne scarring, treating hyperpigmentation (for example, melasma) and sun damage, improving skin texture and tone, reducing fine lines and wrinkles and enhancing skin radiance to leave you with glowing skin.
These peels work by exfoliating the skin, promoting cell turnover and stimulating collagen production. Although each formula varies slightly, core ingredients include trichloroacetic acid (this exfoliates and promotes collagen production), salicylic acid (this helps to exfoliate and clear clogged pores), phenol (for deeper exfoliation), vitamin c (to brighten the skin), retinoic acid (increases cell turnover to smooth the skin), hydrocortisone (to calm and reduce inflammation), lactic acid (to gently exfoliate and even out skin tone) and others based on the goal of treatment.
VI peels are safe and effective for all skin types and tones. Total application time takes about 15 minutes and is painless. For the first 48 hours post peel the skin may look tan or flushed but overall normal. The peeling process typically starts around day 3 and after day 7 it will be complete. For optimal results re-treatment should occur every 3-4 months. Each client will be given an aftercare kit with products and detailed instructions on post peel skin care for optimal results.
