The chemical skin peel is one of the oldest cosmetic procedures in the world. Today chemical skin peels are among the most popular and widely recognised methods of improving the health and appearance of skin by removing dead skin cells and encouraging new ones to grow. Chemical skin peel depth can range from very superficial to deep, although several light depth peels can often achieve similar results to one deeper peel treatment, with less risk and shorter recovery time. Our skin peels can be combined with a Dermaplane Facial for even better results
CLINICARE AHA/BHA* CHEMICAL PEELS
Clinicare superficial skin peels contain a mixture of Gycolic, Lactic and Salicylic Acids to remove the upper layer of the epidermis encouraging regeneration and rejuvenation of new skin cells. The result is the improved clinical appearance of skin with fewer fine lines, a brighter complexion, improved skin tone and a more youthful appearance. The Clinicare skin peels comes in 3 targeted ranges for specific skin indications and are extremely well tolerated with minimum side effects.
The CLINICCARE Refresh Peel is a superficial glycolic acid peel suitable for an anti-ageing and skin rejuvenation effect.
The CLINICCARE Refresh AHA Peel is a superficial chemical peel that removes the upper layers of the epidermis (pH 1.55). It strengthens the skin and stimulates collagen synthesis.
Suitable for:
- Ageing skin
- Photo damaged skin
- Rough texture, fine lines and wrinkles
- Enlarged pores, dull, sallow skin color
Active ingredients:
Glycolic Acid 48%
The Refresh Peel contains the smallest and most effective alpha hydroxy acid, derived from sugar cane. It exfoliates the epidermis, promotes epidermolysis, and stimulates the growth of new skin. It safely removes the outer layer of dead skin cells, bringing fresh, new skin to the surface.
Phytic Acid 4%
Phytic acid protects against inflammation by blocking free radicals and increasing antioxidant functionality. It is also able to protect DNA from free radicals. It can enter cells and help DNA repair breaks in the strands.
Kojic Acid 2%
Kojic acid is derived from a variety of fungi and organic substances and is used to diminish dark areas resulting from excessive pigmentation in the skin. It inhibits the activity of tyrosinase and prevents the formation of melanin.
The CLINICCARE Pure BHA Peel is a mild salicylic acid peel suitable for acne treatment and the improvement of skin texture.
The CLINICCARE Pure BHA Peel is a light superficial chemical peel that will remove the upper layers of the epidermis (pH 2.4).
This peel is suitable for acne treatments and can be used to improve skin texture.
Suitable for:
- Inflammatory and non-inflammatory acne
- Blackheads and comedones
- Rough texture, fine lines and wrinkles
- Enlarged pores
- Skin ageing
Active ingredients:
Salicylic acid 20%
Derived from willow tree bark, this has keratolytic, comedolytic, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. Its lipophilic properties enable the salicylic acid to penetrate and dissolve sebum, making it a highly effective therapy for acne. In addition, it has anti-inflammatory properties which make it suitable for sensitive skin conditions, such as rosacea. Salicylic acid has a mild anaesthetic effect compared to AHAs.
Lactic acid 12%
The mildest of alpfa hydroxy acids, it has water binding properties and stimulates collagen synthesis.
Glycolic acid 12%
This exfoliates the epidermis, promotes epidermolysis, disperses basal layer melanin and stimulates the growth of new skin. Glycolic acid also reduces the amount of surface skin oil.
The CLINICCARE Glow AHA Peel is a superficial glycolic acid peel effective in treating hyperpigmentation, age spots, sun damage and dull, tired skin.
The CLINICCARE Glow AHA Peel is a mild superficial glycolic acid peel which will remove the upper layer of the epidermis (pH 1.7). It inhibits melanin synthesis, brightens the skin, evens out discolouration and is safe to use on darker skin.
Suitable for:
- Photo damaged skin
- Hyperpigmentation
- Rough texture, fine lines and wrinkles
- Enlarged pores, dull, sallow skin color
- Ageing skin
Active ingredients:
Glycolic Acid 28%
The Glow Peel contains the smallest and most effective alpha hydroxy acid, derived from sugar cane. It exfoliates the epidermis, promotes epidermolysis, and stimulates the growth of new skin. It safely removes the outer layer of dead skin cells, bringing fresh, new skin to the surface.
Mandelic acid 6%
This alpha hydroxy acid is derived from bitter almonds. It has depigmenting properties, inhibits melanin synthesis, exfoliates and rejuvenates skin.
Kojic Acid 4%
Kojic acid is derived from a variety of fungi and organic substances and is used to diminish dark areas resulting from excessive pigmentation in the skin. It inhibits the activity of tyrosinase and prevents the formation of melanin.
Arbutin 2%
Arbutin acts by reversibly suppressing melanosomal tyrosinase activity and thus prevents the synthesis of melanocytes. It works synergistically with kojic acid to enhance the brightening effect.
