Chemical Peels

What are Chemical Peels?

Chemical peels are a transformative aspect of modern skincare, offering a rejuvenating touch to the skin and helping restore a refreshed, radiant appearance. While many people still associate them with painful recovery, today’s treatments are carefully tailored by skilled professionals to be both safe and comfortable, addressing each person’s unique skin needs and aesthetic goals. At their core, chemical peels support overall skin health by gently encouraging cell turnover and renewal, improving a wide range of concerns such as fine lines, uneven texture, discoloration, and early signs of aging. This makes them a versatile and effective option for anyone seeking a clearer, smoother, and more balanced complexion.

Benefits of Chemical Peels

While some might hesitate, fearing the prospect of a painful, red face, the reality is much more appealing. Post-treatment, patients typically experience a glowing, healthy complexion, free from the worries of discomfort. Chemical peels work to enhance your skin’s appearance, focusing on improving conditions like:

• Aging and weathered skin
• Sun, brown, or age spots
• Pigmentation issues and Melasma
• Fine lines, wrinkles, and acne scars
• Skin texture and tone

Customized Treatment Approaches

At The Centre for Cosmetic Surgery, we understand that each individual’s skin is unique. That’s why our approach to chemical peels is highly personalized. We begin with a detailed consultation to assess your skin type, concerns, and goals. This thorough evaluation allows us to recommend the most suitable chemical peel from our diverse range, ensuring that the treatment is tailored specifically to your needs.

Whether you’re looking to address signs of aging, sun damage, acne, or other specific skin issues, our specialized peels are designed to cater to various skin types and conditions. By customizing each treatment, we aim to achieve optimal results, enhancing your skin’s health and appearance with precision and care.

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Limitations and Realistic Expectations

Chemical peels are a powerful skincare tool, offering a range of benefits from improving skin tone and texture to reducing the appearance of fine lines and dark spots. However, it’s essential to set realistic expectations:

What Chemical Peels Can Do:

• Improve superficial skin concerns like mild wrinkles, acne, and uneven pigmentation.
• Offer skin rejuvenation and a brighter complexion.

What Chemical Peels Can’t Do:

• Cannot remove deep wrinkles or significantly lift sagging skin.
• Will not eliminate deep scars or change pore size permanently.
• One session alone is unlikely to transform skin completely; optimal results typically require a series of treatments.

Understanding these limitations helps to improve satisfaction with the results and in making informed decisions about your skincare journey.

Chemical Peel Options

ZO 3-Step Peel 

Step Peel is an innovative, in-office treatment peel followed by an at-home treatment to combat the signs of aging + skin discoloration. The treatments utilize a blend of exfoliants, retinol and multi-action agents to help improve skin health and treat many signs of aging.

The Perfect Derma Peel 

The Perfect Derma™ Peel is safe, effective medium depth peel for All Skin Types & Ethnicities.  This product is virtually painless, with no pre-peel skin preparation and little downtime.  The Perfect Derma™ Peel is the only peel that includes the powerful antioxidant Glutathione, which lightens and brightens the skin, slows down the aging process and helps prevent wrinkles.

Stim Peel 

The ZO Stimulator Peel is the perfect “lunchtime” peel with no downtime. This peel is made up of a combination of lactic, citric, and salicylic acid plus potent concentrations of other active ingredients to exfoliate the skin, while stimulating the growth of collagen and elastin. A highly effective treatment for the many signs of skin aging, this peel is ideal for treating Melasma, sun damage, fine lines, uneven texture, large pores, dull skin, and even acne! Suitable for any skin type or color.

PRX-T33 

The PRX-T33 is a skin tightening peel without exfoliation. It is an improved formula of a trichloroacetic acid (TCA) peel. PRX-T33 is a non-peeling peel, that it is revolutionary for correcting facelift scars, stretch marks, and sagging skin, and large pores!

Glytone Mandelic Acid Peel 

Formulated for redness-prone, sensitive, and reactive skin, this peel retexturizes skin and soothes redness for a calm, more even complexion. It reduces mild chrono- or photo-aging and mild hyperpigmented skin while improving overall skin texture and tone.

Glytone Salicylic Acid Peel 

Visibly reduce the appearance of mild to severe acne-prone skin while improving skin clarity, texture, and tone. Salicylic Acid peel combats existing blemishes, boosts complexion brightness, enhances smoothness and prevents new acne from forming on the face, back and chest.

Glytone Eye & Lip Peel 

Visibly improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and crow’s feet. The Eye and Lip Peel is formulated to significantly increase skin firmness while decreasing the appearance of dark spots and dark circles for a more youthful appearance.

Glytone Pyruvic Acid Peel 

Decrease the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and other premature signs of aging. Pyruvic Acid visibly reduces acne blemishes while minimizing pore size, lessening the appearance of dark spots, and improving skin tone, texture and smoothness.

Brighten, visibly firm and even skin tone on the neck and décolleté. Each Neck Peel decreases the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, minimizes dark spots, and improves overall skin firmness and elasticity.

Glytone Neck Peel

Each peel is designed with your skin’s health and beauty in mind, ensuring effective and satisfying results. Our experienced team will guide you in choosing the perfect peel to meet your skin care objectives.

PRX Derm Perfection (No-Peel Peel Option)

A next-generation chemical peel alternative that stimulates collagen without peeling or downtime. PRX Derm Perfexion is an advanced, non-invasive treatment designed to rejuvenate and enhance the skin’s appearance. It delivers both immediate and long-term improvements for concerns such as scars, stretch marks, and signs of aging.

Unlike traditional peels, PRX Derm Perfexion does not cause peeling or photosensitivity, making it safe year-round and suitable for all skin types. Patients often notice improved skin texture, firmness, and hydration, with results enhanced by a specialized home care protocol.

Our Credentialed Team of Experts

Led by board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Abdollah Malek, our experienced team combines advanced training with a compassionate, patient-first approach. From surgery to skincare, we’re proud to offer personalized care in a discreet, supportive environment where your comfort and confidence come first.

Meet the Team

Dr. Abdollah Malek

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Dana Malek, CRNA

Laser & Non-Invasive Treatment Specialist

Julie Grabowski

Director of Inventory + Surgical Technologist + Medical Assistant

Brea Malek

Director of Marketing + Certified Surgical Technologist + Medical Assistant + Director of Sterile Processing

Achieving Optimal Results

To attain the best outcomes from chemical peels, a tailored approach involving multiple treatments is key. Each peel initiates a transformative process, enhancing skin quality over time. While a single session can yield noticeable improvements, the cumulative effect of a series of peels profoundly amplifies the benefits. This approach ensures progressive skin rejuvenation, targeting issues like aging signs, uneven texture, and discoloration more effectively.

Complementing these treatments with a comprehensive skincare regimen is crucial. Regular use of recommended skincare products maintains and extends the benefits of peels, fostering lasting skin health and vibrancy. Together, consistent treatments and dedicated skincare converge to unveil your most radiant, youthful complexion.

Safety and Pre-Treatment Guidelines

Your journey to revitalized skin with chemical peels begins with crucial safety and pre-treatment steps, designed to ensure optimal results and a smooth, safe experience:

• Skin Assessment
  A thorough skin evaluation is essential. This helps us customize your treatment to your specific skin type and concerns.

• Pre-Treatment Regimen
  Depending on your selected peel, we may recommend a pre-treatment regimen. This can include specific skincare products to prepare your skin for the peel, enhancing both safety and effectiveness.
• Sun Exposure
  Minimize sun exposure for at least two weeks prior to your treatment. Sun-damaged skin can affect the peel’s results and increase recovery time.
• Medication and Skincare Products
  It’s important to inform us about any medications or skincare products you’re currently using. Certain products, especially those containing Retin-A or other strong acids, should be discontinued a week before the peel to avoid adverse reactions.
• Hydration and Nutrition
  Hydrated, well-nourished skin responds better to chemical peels. Ensure you’re well-hydrated and maintain a balanced diet leading up to your appointment.

Procedure and Recovery

Chemical peels are transformative treatments tailored to rejuvenate your skin. Here’s what you can expect during the procedure and recovery, based on the depth of the peel:

Superficial Peels (e.g. Stim Peel)

• Procedure: A gentle solution is applied, targeting the upper layer of the skin. This process is quick, with minimal discomfort.
• Recovery: Expect little to no downtime. You might experience slight redness or dryness, but you can resume daily activities immediately. Regular moisturizing and sun protection are key.

Medium Depth Peels (e.g., ZO 3-Step Peel, The Perfect Derma Peel)

• Procedure: These peels go deeper for more intensive rejuvenation. The application is precise and may take longer.
• Recovery: Mild peeling and redness for a few days post-treatment. Downtime is minimal, but skin care, including hydration and sun avoidance, is crucial for healing.

Non-Exfoliating Peels (e.g., PRX-T33)

• Procedure: Unique in its approach, this peel tightens and corrects without peeling.
• Recovery: No downtime or visible peeling. Resume daily activities immediately while following post-care instructions.

Each peel is a step towards radiant skin. Remember, post-treatment care is vital for optimal results. Our team will guide you through every step to ensure a smooth and effective recovery.

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Alternative Skin Treatments

In addition to chemical peels, The Centre for Cosmetic Surgery offers a range of related and alternative procedures to enhance your skincare journey. Each treatment is designed to cater to specific skin needs and goals, complementing the effects of chemical peels:

• Microneedling: Ideal for improving skin texture and firmness, reducing scars, and minimizing pores.
• Laser Skin Resurfacing: A powerful option that uses light to address deeper wrinkles, sun damage, and uneven skin tone.
• Hydrafacial: Uncover a new layer of skin with gentle exfoliation and relaxing resurfacing.
• IPL Photofacial: This non-invasive treatment is ideal for skin care concerns ranging from redness and rosacea to broken capillaries to age spots, sun spots, discoloration, and hyperpigmentation with a flash of light.

Embrace a holistic approach to skin care with our array of options, each tailored to bring out your skin’s natural beauty.

Your Journey to Radiant Skin Begins Here

Discover the transformative power of chemical peels tailored just for you. At The Centre for Cosmetic Surgery, we’re committed to helping you achieve your skin health goals with personalized care. Our range of chemical peels, designed for various skin types and concerns, offers a path to rejuvenated, glowing skin.

Ready to take the first step? Schedule your consultation today. Our team will guide you through a customized treatment plan that aligns with your unique skin needs. Embrace the confidence that comes with beautiful, healthy skin.

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Meet Dr. Abdollah Malek

Dr. Abdollah Malek believes the art of cosmetic surgery is in listening to his patients. He builds each treatment plan on a solid foundation of communication between doctor and patient and spends a considerable amount of time getting to know the people he treats — taking their goals into account and offering the best options to meet those goals. At our state-of-the-art Centre for Cosmetic Surgery, you are not just a patient; You are our guest.

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