medical
Who is a candidate?
People who have acne, hyper pigmentation and who want to improve over all skin tone and texture.

Who is not a candidate?
  • People who are pregnant or are trying to conceive
  • People on accutane
  • People who have or have had skin cancer
How many times do I need to be treated?
The usual treatment is every three weeks for at least 3 peels

Maintenance is every one to two months

How long does the treatment take?
The actual treatment takes about 15 min.
 
Does it hurt?

There is a slight stinging sensation at first, but then the sensation subsides

Is there any downtime?
Everyone reacts differently. You may be a little pink right afterwards.  A few days later there maybe some peeling. 

Make up may be applied afterwards

What are the end results?
Smoother, healthier more even skin tone
 
What do I need to avoid before and after?
  • Sun must be avoided.
  • Due to the fact that we are trying to eliminate the damaged caused by the sun, exposing oneself to it will cause the results to reverse; therefore making the treatment not as effective
  • Retin-A products -- These products are resurfacing agents that thin the skin and may cause burns if used during treatment
What are the types of products that should be used after treatment?
  • Sunscreen with zinc oxide such as Skin Medica’s Daily 20 or TKL Tinted SPF.
  • Keep the skin hydrated with TKL Hydrating Gel or M.D. Forte’s Replenishing Hydrating Cream
  • Skin Medica’s TNS Recovery Complex will help heal and enhance the treated area.
Things to consider after treatment:
Even though there is little downtime after the treatment, you may want to bring along a few items such as:
  • Make up
  • Sunglasses
  • Hat

To schedule a consultation with our Medical Concierge for a Vitalize Peel™, please click here or call 312.260.9020.