So, you’ve heard this buzzword, peel, thrown around a lot lately? Your favourite influencers are filming their Insta Stories with their skin glowing mid-peel treatment, OG beauty gurus are reminding you that peels have been a part of their skincare regime for years now, you’ve overheard your colleagues mention it, and now you’re wondering what all the hype is about! Welcome to the world of chemicals peels – for healthy, radiant, and regenerated skin.
How do peels work?
Apart from causing surface skin cells to shed, the chemical exfoliation from the peel causes an inflammatory response deeper down. As the skin heals, production of new collagen and elastin occurs, resulting in the dermis and epidermis thickening. The increased volume gives skin bounce and the exfoliation which may help improve the appearance of skin tone, texture and overall radiance, leading to a more youthful appearance.
At SILK Laser Clinics, we combine leading technology with a deep understanding of your skin, your goals and your pace. Because great skin results are a collaboration, your treatment plan is tailored to support your individual skin journey, with warm, non-judgemental support and expert guidance every step of the way.
Is there a need to be concerned about peels?
Important for clients with deeper skin tones
While chemical peels can be suitable for many skin types, clients with medium to deep skin tones may have an increased risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) following certain skin treatments. PIH is a temporary darkening of the skin that can occur as part of the skin’s healing response after inflammation or irritation.
Because every skin type responds differently, treatment suitability, peel selection, preparation requirements and expected outcomes should always be assessed individually. A thorough consultation with a qualified SILK technician is essential before commencing treatment to determine the most appropriate approach for your skin type, skin concerns and goals.
At SILK, client safety is our priority. Your technician will assess your skin, discuss potential risks and benefits, and recommend a personalised treatment plan designed around your unique needs.
Chemical peels come in a range of depths and can be defined as light, medium or deep resurfacing procedures. Don’t let the word chemical scare you. At SILK, we only work with light peels. The goal is skin rejuvenation with minimal side effects and little to no downtime. Light peels cause a controlled wound only to the epidermis, the most superficial skin layer. Complications that come from using medium and deep peels, or from having a peel when your skin is not prepped in advance, can include post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, mostly in darker skin types, and sometimes even scarring. At SILK, client safety is our priority. Following a personalised consultation, our qualified technicians can recommend whether a light peel is suitable for your skin type, concerns and goals. Our comprehensive peel range caters for everyone, with safety being our number one priority.
SILK’s New Peel menu
Our peel range is comprehensive. Starting with a mild peel, progressing through to a more intense peel which can be customised by layering:
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Starter Balancing
Gentle exfoliation which dissolves the protein bonds between skin cells, making it a mild yet, highly-effective chemical exfoliation. The perfect starter peel.
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Pro Balancing
The blend of papaya and pumpkin enzymes with AHA’s work in synergy to give the skin a gentle yet effective exfoliation that instantly rejuvenates and brightens the complexion.
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Starter Pigment
Our gentle, yet powerful Starter Pigment Peel effectively combats hyperpigmentation, while promoting skin brightening and increased cell turnover all without damaging the skin’s natural skin barrier. And ideal choice even for sensitive skin.
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Pro Pigment
This peel is a perfect treatment for that instant glow and silky skin look, helping even skin tone and ready to take on the world. Suppressing tyrosinase (an enzyme that produces melanin for dark spots and pigmentation), this peel paves the way for a long-lasting even skin tone.
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Starter Acne
Designed to target mild acne, this powerful peel gives the skin a deep clean and works to clear clogged pores without causing irritation. Packed with soothing, antioxidant-rich ingredients, this peel promotes a smoother texture for a healthier, more balanced complexion with clearer skin and improved overall radiance.
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Pro Acne
The powerful blend of Salicylic (BHA), Lactic and Fruit Acids (AHAs) assists to dissolve excess oil, helps unclog pores, and prevents bacterial overgrowth and subsequent breakouts.
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Starter Renewal
Designed to smooth skin, brighten your complexion, and even out skin tone as well as boosting hydration to reveal a radiant, youthful glow. Perfect to help with a more radiant, youthful complexion.
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Starter Rejuvenate
This medium-depth peel comes with anti-ageing properties that not only help reduce fine lines and wrinkles but improve the cell renewal process for increasingly younger-looking skin.
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Pro Resurfacing
Our customisable layering peel is ideal for skin that is well-prepped and tolerant. It enhances cell renewal, reduces fine lines, and addresses a variety of skin concerns.
The process:
Before your peel treatment, you’ll have a skin consultation with your qualified SILK technician. They will assess your skin concerns and create your customised peel plan. At SILK, great skin results are a collaboration, combining expert guidance, personalised care and treatment plans tailored to your unique skin goals. We provide warm, non-judgemental support and take the time to ensure you feel informed, comfortable and confident in your treatment decisions. The treatment takes around 30 minutes. Essentially, there is no downtime, so it’s the perfect lunchtime treatment. Your face may be a little red post-treatment, but this fades within a few hours, and mineral make up can be applied immediately after treatment. Although, it is best to hold off applying makeup until the next day, if you can.
What to expect post treatment:
Exfoliation and peeling are common a few days after treatment. This will decrease once multiple treatments have been performed and the area is in better condition. If breakouts or damaged skin have been treated, the area may be red and could scab, lasting approximately 5-7 days with no residual scarring, provided you don’t pick or pull off scabs or peeling skin, and you stay completely out of the sun.
How to prep for your peel:
Our Exfoliating Peel can be performed on unprepped skin. However, our other peels (Pigment Peel, Acne Peel, Anti-Ageing Peel and Intense Resurfacing Peel) require some skin preparation in advance. This is to help ease the risks of complications and adverse events. As well, it is important to prime the skin prior, to improve the peel’s penetration and give you the best result.
Skin prep must start two to four weeks before your peel. Prep includes a skincare regime that maintains skin health. Products include: AHA’s, BHA’s, Retinoids, products with tyrosinase inhibitors and SPF30 or SPF50. Your technician will go through this when they customise your treatment plan.
We believe healthy skin starts with informed decisions, which is why we provide transparent pricing, clear treatment recommendations and personalised advice tailored to your individual skin concerns and goals.
How to work peels into your skincare regime:
The versatility of our peel range allows you to enjoy your peels as standalone treatments or packaged into a skin program, customised just for you! Peels can be combined with LED Light Therapy for improved results. In addition, our exfoliating peel may be combined with a very light microdermabrasion.
Because the best results come from understanding your skin, your goals and your pace. Through personalised treatment plans, ongoing support and expert guidance, we help clients build long-term skin confidence. If you’re after a skin pick-me-up, looking to target a specific concern, or just keen to chat all things peels, book a consultation at your nearest SILK clinic.
Important Information: The information contained in this article is general in nature and is provided for educational purposes only. It is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.
Treatment suitability, risks, recovery time and outcomes vary between individuals. Results are not guaranteed and depend on factors including skin type, skin condition, treatment plan and aftercare compliance.
Clients with darker skin types may have an increased risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH) following certain skin treatments, including chemical peels. A consultation with a qualified SILK technician is required to assess individual suitability and determine the most appropriate treatment approach.
All treatment decisions should be made following a personalised consultation with a qualified technician who can assess your individual circumstances, skin concerns and treatment goals.
If you have a medical condition, are pregnant or breastfeeding, are taking prescription medication, or have concerns about your skin health, please seek advice from an appropriately qualified healthcare professional before commencing treatment.
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