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Skin Peels

Introduction

Crysallis signature skin peels are why our clients come to us!  We spend the time ensuring your skin is primed to respond in the best possible way so that our Pharmaceutical grade treatments give you the long lasting results you deserve.  Done in an hour, with no lasting redness, our peels are highly effective with instant results!

Our peels are tailored to your skin condition and Crysallis is best-known for our signature peels.  Following your in-depth skin assessment, we will discuss the best peel to transform your skin and achieve the result you want.

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Chemical Peels in Reading

It is no surprise that high-grade treatments work best on properly prepared skin. That’s why when you come to us for a peel you’ll have a thorough review of your skin condition to ensure we use the right peel and acid for your skin type.

Our technique means that you can manage some of our bespoke peels in your lunch hour if you need. There will be no lasting redness, meaning no downtime. The results are noticeable immediately. Whether you want to tackle ageing skin, acne, reduce your pore-size, brighten dull skin, reduce pigmentation spots, balance the oiliness of your skin or walk away with a hydrated, vibrant glow, we can tailor your treatment perfectly.

Depending on the nature of your problem we may recommend a deeper peel or course of peels to achieve the long-lasting transformation you truly want.

Skin Peels for Ageing Skin

Here at our Reading aesthetics clinic, we can care for all skin, regardless of colour, condition or age. Our skin peels for ageing skin target concerns such as dryness, fine lines and wrinkles, and skin laxity.

Skin Peels for Acne Scarring

Acne outbreaks can lead to different types of scarring, from ice-pick patterns to rolling scars, which appear wavy and uneven. Our chemical peels encourage cell renewal to aid skin healing.  

Skin Peels for Pigmentation

Dark spots and patches can improve over time, but don’t always clear on their own. Our chemical peels here in Reading fade marks while preventing pigment production, for a more even tone.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does treatment take?

Depending on the peel, The treatment lasts between 45 and 75 minutes. The reason this is that we may multi-layer the peels for specific skin conditions in one session.

Do I need to do anything before my peel?

There is no pre-treatment required, except if you use Retinol products which need to be stopped 48hours before a peel.

Do chemical peels hurt?

The treatments will have varying levels of sensation depending on the peel acid used. Alumier today peels are lactic acid based and elegantly encapsulated to penetrate without the sensations you often feel with other peel types. A glow Peel which is a half-Jessner peel may have a higher sensation level on the skin.

Our Mesoestetic range of peels will also have varying levels of sensation depending on the skin condition we are treating.

Will my skin actually peel?

You may not peel with today superficial peels but they are effective, and the acids do penetrate the epidermis. Some peeling is expected with the Glow Peel. This peel will only be applied once the skin is ready to receive and benefit from it

Our Mesoestetic range of peels will also have varying levels of flaking/peeling depending on the skin condition we are treating.

What is peeling?

Many Skin Rejuvenating treatments operate on the principle that we need to exfoliate dead cells efficiently so that new healthier cells can come to the surface, so peels encourage dead skin to shed to allow a healthier new set of cells to come up. This means the skin may flake off after a peel. This flaky should not be picked or scratched off, and moisturising balm needs to be applied regularly.

Our Mesoestetic range of peels will also have varying levels of sensation depending on the skin condition we are treating.

Do I need to do anything special afterwards?

Post-treatment care is most important. Use of a sensitive cleanser, a moisturising balm, and SPF with UVA and UVB protection is mandatory. This helps the skin recover well, get the best results, and prevent post-treatment pigmentation.

  • Don’t use any Retinol based products for around 5 days after depending on your skin condition,

  • Avoid swimming or any aerobic exercise for 2 days (to prevent excess sweat or chlorine on your skin)

  • Do not apply ice or cold packs to the skin

  • Refrain from using a sauna or sunbed or exposing your skin to extreme heat from cooking or ovens

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Booking Your Chemical Peel

At Crysallis Skin, your local Reading aesthetics clinic, we’re committed to enhancing and improving your appearance through a variety of treatments, each tailored to you.

To ensure you’re happy with your results, we invite our clients to a consultation ahead of treatment, assessing your skin and advising about what could work for you.

And, to ensure peace of mind at every stage of your unique skin journey, you can rest assured that we only work with the best, most trusted names in the business.

Book your consultation by calling 07710024766 or by visiting our contact page today.

 

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