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Facial Peels Treatment Clinic

Facial Peels Treatment Clinic

The London Dermatology CentreTM has a range of facial peels each for different conditions.

Obagi Blue Peel®:

What is Obagi Blue Peel®
The Obagi Blue Peel® is a unique procedure to precisely control the depth of a peel using a substance known as Tricloroacetic Acid (TCA). The blue is in the base that us applied to the face as a safe guard to enable the practitioner to see the depth of application to the skin and areas that need more or less of the base peel. The peels are variable in the depth and can be used on all skin types and can also be effective on neck, chest, hands and arms.

The procedure takes up to half and hour dependant on the area to be covered and you will receive a full pre assessment prior to any treatment of this nature where you can discuss any questions that you have with your consultant.

Why would I have it?

The treatment is used to resurface the facial skin following severe effects such as:

  • Lines & wrinkles
  • Pigmentation variance over face
  • Post inflammatory effects of hyper pigmentation after acne.
  • Aging due to sun damage to reduce deep wrinkles
  • Lentigo solaris
  • Actinic keratosis

At The London Dermatology Centre you will have a full consultation where a clinical assessment is performed and any issues relating to your treatment are discussed by you & your consultant. This will help you to decide the preferred peel that will give you best results.

If the Obagi Blue Peel® is the peel of choice you will be prescribed a range of the facial skin is prepared by using the pre treatment skin preparations that create a base for the peel to work.

The depth of peel is dependant on the primary skin condition to be treated. There are 2 main layers of the skin. The epidermis which sits on top of the dermis. Skin thickness is classified as thin, thick and normal.

  • Light exfoliation. This will penetrate the top layer of skin known as the stratum corneum to reduce fine lines, large pores, comedones (resistant black heads) and minor skin pigmentation problems. The time period for healing differs from person to person.
  • Deep exfoliation. This penetrates the epidermis to the basal layer which is the bottom layer of the epidermis, the top layer of skin, so it is moderate in depth. This can be applied for deeper lines and acne scarring correction and pigmentation problems the time period for healing differs from person to person.
  • Standard Blue Peel. This deep peel penetrates the papillary dermis which part of the dermis and is used for marked pigmentation and deep acne scarring problems as well as deep lines and wrinkles. The time period for healing differs from person to person.
  • Designed Blue Peel. This deep peel penetrates what’s known as the reticular dermis. This is part of the dermis. This is used for very deep pigmentation variances and acne scarring that is resistant to less invasive peels. The time period for healing differs from person to person.

What kind of After care is required?

At the London Dermatology Centre you will be given detailed verbal and written information that is specific to your aftercare and you will be prescribed after care products to protect and moisturise your skin as part of the healing process. You will be able to contact a specialist member of the team for any queries that you may have. You will be seen by your consultant 10- 15 days after the procedure to assess your recovery, the effect of the peel and to have a one to one consultation for further clinical instructions.

Glycolic Peel

What is a Glycolic Peel
This peel stimulates the new growth of skin and collagen by clearing the superficial layer of the dead skin that forms the top layer and creates a dull complexion. The peel is mild and used in conjunction with the prescribed skin preparations as part of the treatment program you will see rejuvenated skin and a healthy glow to your complexion.

Mesoeclat ®

What is Mesoeclat ®
Mesoeclat ® is a skin peel system that is made up of Salicylic Acid and a further pre & post peel supplements that are continued at home as part of the course to reveal new healthy younger looking skin.

Mesoeclat ® has ingredients that are shown to form an important part of the skin structure growth compoments elastin, collagen. The peel strips a layer of skin to reveal a smoother more glowing complexion. You look refreshed with less wrinkles and firmer facial skin.

As part of the Mesoeclat ® peel, you will be prescribed a range of the facial skin is prepared by using the pre treatment skin preparations that create a base for the peel to work.

For more information regarding any of our facial Peels please contact us on 020 7467 3720.

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