What Are The Benefits of a Facial With a Light Peel?
Perich Aesthetics, Tampa Bay FL
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Perich Aesthetics, Tampa Bay FL 〰️
Facials are so refreshing- your skin is glowing and you feel renewed! Did you know you can add additional procedures to maximize your time and efforts at the same appointment? Adding a light chemical peel to your facial has numerous benefits beyond just getting more than one treatment done in a single visit. We are here to give you all the details so you can make the best decision for you!
What is a facial?
The term facial covers a variety of treatments for the face to aid in the skins health. A facial can include a massage, hot towels, mask, moisturizer, essential oils, eye creams, and SPF. There can be exfoliation, steam, and extractions done at this time as well. Specific problem areas or concerns can be targeted as there are many different types of facials you can have.
A facial will leave your face glowing for days which is why they are very popular treatments to have done before big events. Facials also can go deeper than your daily cleaning at home can typically do. People who struggle with acne often find facials regularly can be of big help to keep the skin clear. Anyone can benefit from getting a facial- men, women, and teens!
What is a light chemical peel?
A chemical peel is a cosmetic treatment used most commonly on the face to address signs of aging. There are different levels of peels which means that you can have little to no peeling of the skin or the full face can peel. Generally speaking there are three depths of peels; a light peel, a medium peel, and a deep peel. A light chemical peel does not go as deep into the skin therefore less peeling of the skin will actually occur. The deeper the peel, the less often it should be done, whereas a light peel can actually be done every few weeks if recommended.
A light chemical peel only removes the outermost layer of the skin. Some refer to this as a superficial peel as it lacks the depths other peels can go. What is great about a light peel is that it requires no down time and is very gentle on the skin. If you are nervous about getting a peel, this is a great place to start.
These treatments work for all types of skin, however should be conducted by a professional to ensure the best possible results. A medical grade solution is applied to the desired area of treatment by a professional. There are many variations to make up the solution to achieve different results. These solutions go deeper in the skin than what a face wash or moisturizer would to, causing a reaction to the skin in which the outer layers start to peel away to fresh skin beneath.
What are the benefits of a facial with a light peel?
A light peel treatment is considered noninvasive as it only goes to the upper layers of the skin that are often dead or damaged. This removal of the top layer of skin encourages cell regeneration below for a refreshed and renewed look that lasts longer than a facial alone. The light peel will help with acne, fine lines, uneven skin tone and texture, and help combat dry skin. By combining a facial with a light peel you can optimize your facial to have longer lasting results that go just that much deeper.
Coming out of your appointment you skin will be renewed with your best results actually a few days away! For those who are acne prone, this is a fabulous combination to really give your skin a deep cleaning to last for weeks. You will give your pores a chance to truly clear out and start fresh without irritation or long down times like a deeper peel would require. Plus, due to the light nature, you can actually have this combination treatment done every few weeks as recommended by your professional to keep your skin free and clear.
By combining these two treatments, you skin will be incredibly hydrated, squeaky clean, and the outer layer will be removed revealing a gorgeous glow like someone magically swept all your stress away! Ok, maybe we can’t promise ALL your stress will be gone, but your skin will feel like it! Without doing a light chemical peel with your facial, you are actually missing out on the maximizing of deep clean and refresh that lasts.
Are there any risks or side effects with a light chemical peel?
Generally speaking, a light chemical peel is very low risk. Of course, you should consult a professional and work with them to make sure you are choosing the best choice for your skin. Trying to do a chemical peel on your own can be very risky as you may apply too much product in any area causing more harm than good. Not all peels are right for all people. Make sure you choose a provider who uses multiple peels to know the best solution for your needs.
As far as side effects go, most people find there is no down time, especially when compared to a medium or deep peel. Some redness can be expected for a day or two at most. You should be careful about your sun exposure as well, keeping it to a minimum as your skin will be more prone to burning than normal since you did just remove the top layer! If you need to be outside in the sun, you absolutely should use a higher SPF made from quality ingredients. It is important that you always use sunscreen with Active Ingredients: Zinc Oxide or Titanium Dioxide. These are naturally occurring ingredients that create a thin layer to block the sun rays from penetrating into the skin. This is very important and you can read more about this here.
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