Before any treatment at Dermacore, a free client consultation takes place. During this consultation, client requirements and client suitability (based on medical history and lifestyle) for treatment are assessed. Based on these findings, a personalised treatment plan is created to help deliver the results as per client expectations.  During the consultation it is important to perform a skin patch test to check suitability and sensitivity of the skin.

For at least 48 hours prior to the Peel treatment, avoid using the following:

• Facial masks
• Exfoliating agents
• Scrubs
• Retinol based products
• Self tanners
• Stop the use of other topical products that contain AHA, BHA, and Vitamin A, 48 hours before treatment.
• Do not shave or wax, facial hair within 48 hours.
• Avoid sun exposure one week prior to the appointment.

You will see a visible improvement in your skin condition after your first treatment. Your skin will look brighter and feel smoother. Results will continue improve in the following weeks as cellular turnover and repair progresses.

Glycolic peel has an accumulative effect and are recommended once every 2 weeks for a total of 8-10 treatments. Once you have completed 8-10 treatments and are seeing good results, a maintenance treatment of one peel a month is all that is required.

You may feel some tingling, tightening, or slight heat sensation.

Suitable for all skin types and tones.

Immediate!  You can continue with your normal day activities straight after treatment.

Chemical Peels work via controlled penetration throughout the superficial layers, soothing, hydrating and exfoliating the skin. Depending on your skin sensitivity, may experience slight redness, tingling/ burning sensation and puffiness (this is a rare occurrence) up to 24 hours.

• Do not exercise or induce sweat for at least two hours after a chemical peel treatment.
• Do not use exfoliating scrubs for 3-5 days after treatment.
• Apply moisturiser day/night cream twice a day as per normal. It is safe to use a natural balancing facial toner and HA serums, including the Vitamin E and C serums.
• Begin a gentle skincare routine. Avoid Alcohol, glycolic, retinol and active topic skincare products for up to 48 hours post treatment.  Avoid applying prescription retinoid products for three to seven days after treatment.
• Stay hydrated
• Stay sun safe, use SPF 30+ (highly recommended)
• Do not pick, rub or scratch skin, this can cause irritation.
• Avoid the use of makeup for at least 24 hours post-treatment.
• Avoid hot bath, hot showers, sauna, steam room, jacuzzi and any other activity that would reopen pores such as exercise.

Chemical Peel can be used with Dermaplaning, Microdermabrasion, LED Light Therapy, HIFU and Radio Frequency Skin tightening for further enhanced results.