Glycolic Skin Peels in Bracknell, Berkshire

What is a glycolic skin peel?

There are several different types of skin peel. A glycolic peel is a superficial peel, which is perfect if you simply wish to replenish your skin and achieve a more youthful appearance.* Glycolic peels have no recovery time and you will be able to resume your daily routine almost immediately; if you are interested in a deeper skin peel, stronger concentration of glycolic peels can be applied or we recommend a TCA peel.

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Treatment Summary

Treatment Time 30 minutes estimated	Back To Work Immediate estimated	Anaesthetic None
Recovery Time Immediately estimated	How many treatments? Course of approx. 4-6 peels is recommended for optimum results	Length of Results Up to 6 months*
Optimum Results Will see results after first peel, best results after full course of peels*	Potential Side Effects Infection, soreness, scarring, skin irritation*	Period of Sensitivity 24 hours estimated

*Results may vary from person to person.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is glycolic peel used for?

  Can be used to exfoliate and replenish the skin, treat lines and wrinkles but also acne, acne scars, pigmentation and sun damaged skin. Different depths of glycolic peel are used to give different results.*

• What areas can a glycolic peel treat?

  Yes. Different brands use varied formulations. At the clinic we work closely with the brands Dermaquest, NeoStrata and Obagi to provide our clients with the best possible options within the industry to tackle skin concerns. We feel it is important to work with brands that follow our safe skin ethos and who continue to remain up to date with new and innovative ingredients.

• How can I achieve the best results?

  It is imperative to use the correct skin care products at home pre, during and post treatment to clear away debris and reduce the downtime post peel. Home care regimes vary depending on your skin type and concern but you will always need an SPF 50. The amount of treatments needed varies on the type of peel and the concern, on an average 4 – 6 peels are needed at 4 week intervals.

• What type of peels are there?

  There are a variety of different peels to choose from, different types of peels treat different skin concerns and the strength of peels vary. So I would advise to speak with our Skin Specialists who will assess your skin care needs and create a bespoke treatment plan to help you achieve optimum skin health.