New SkinCeuticals Chemical Skin Peeling

Most of my clients wince at the mere mention of peels. I can't blame them - the only experience most have had of chemical peeling is watching the extremely aggressive ones on tv programmes like 'Ten Year Younger' or Samantha's very red face after a peel procedure in 'Sex and the City'.

However, this couldn't be further from the truth with the SkinCeuticals range of controlled peeling procedures that progressively remove the epidermis and stimulate collagen production.

Learning about the new peel range from SkinCeuticals

In turn, problems like hyperpigmentation, fine lines and wrinkles, congestion, acne and acne scarring can be addressed safely and successfully. This wonderful two day seminar covered the new Skinceuticals line up of chemical peels -

• SM Gel Peel - new advanced procedure
• Micropeel 20
• Micropeel 30
• Pigment Balancing Peel

The mission of Skinceuticals is to improve skin health by providing advanced skincare, backed by science. They certainly deliver what they promise.

Demonstration of the SM Gel Peel -  new advanced procedure

Peels can be tailored to address individual concerns and come in different strengths: superficial, medium and deep. In general, they impact the skin in the following ways:

• Remove superficial dead skin cells
• Increase cell turnover
• Stimulate fibroblasts to produce new collagen and elastin
• Break down clusters of melanin to treat hyperpigmentation
• Deeply cleanse and clarify
• Smooth and refine the skin
• Tightens and firms the skin
• Smoothes lines and wrinkles
• Reduces inflammation and restores barrier function of the skin
• Provides hydration

Martine of Skinbrands assisting a delegate

An important point to consider before starting on a course of peels is that the skin needs preparation to gain optimum results. The application of correct products (antioxidant and AHA product) two to four weeks prior to a peel ensures the delivery of the essential components direct to the skin i.e the peel will be much more effective and the skin will be stronger in order to withstand the treatment.

Hands-on practical peel sessions

Also, correct nutrition  and aftercare plays an important role in assisting with the healing process of the skin. I'll be undertaking a nutritional specialist course soon enabling me to confidantly make nutritional recommendations. I already offer thorough assessment and skincare recommendations.

Application of the Clarifying Clay Mask and pressure point massage

Apart from gaining valuable theoretical knowledge over the two day seminar, I got to experience a peel for myself. I can hand-on-heart say the experience was a really pleasant one and my skin looks and feels beautifully smooth and glowing.

Me experiencing the new Micropeel 20

This was an intense but thoroughly enjoyable and productive course held at the magnificent Great John Street Hotel in Manchester. I am now a SkinCeuticals Specialist and have a framed certificate to prove it.

Lunch in the Library of The Great John Street Hotel

As part of my continuing commitment to my clients, I am offering complimentary skin analysis to address concerns and queries regarding treatments and products. This will be a free twenty minute assessment.
You can book yours by completing this contact form.
For more information on the complete range of SkinCeuticals peels, please take a look at my website.

Extremely important note - Please do not attempt to do this procedure at home. This is a professional-only treatment that should be carried out by either a qualified Level 3 therapist with at least three years experience, a nurse or a doctor. Reasons you should not attempt to purchase peels online:

1. You need to be thoroughly aware of the importance of correct preparation and aftercare as this greatly affects the outcome of treatment.
2. These are potent peeling agents which although safe to use in a controlled and professional environment, should not be administered without thorough training.
3. You cannot be certain of exactly what ingredients, or in what quantity is contained in any product you purchase online.