VI Peel®

The VI Peel® is a medium-depth chemical peel that uses TCA, phenol, salicylic acid, and other ingredients to exfoliate the skin, revealing smoother, brighter, and less damaged layers.

Fast Facts

VI PEEL

A VI Peel® improves the appearance of aging and damaged skin in as little as one treatment. It creates micro-damage on the top layer of skin, promoting new tissue growth. By removing damaged skin, the VI Peel® leaves you with smoother, brighter, and replenished skin. The VI Peel® includes the following active ingredients:

Trichloroacetic Acid (TCA): Smooths scars and stimulates collagen growth.
Retin-A: Softens fine lines and wrinkles.
Salicylic Acid: Exfoliates and works as an anti-inflammatory.
Vitamin C: Fights free radicals caused by sun damage.
Phenol: Helps with skin penetration.

BEFORE TREATMENT

Minimize sun exposure.
Do not exfoliate or use aggressive products for 1 week.

DURING TREATMENT

Skin is cleansed to remove dirt and oils.
VI Peel® solution is applied in two applications.
A second layer is applied until the skin begins to frost.
Approximately 5-6 hours after treatment, the client will wash the solution off.

AFTER TREATMENT

Expect discomfort and redness.
For the first 2 nights, apply a Retin-A towelette to cleanse the skin and stimulate peeling.
Skin peeling begins on day 3 and continues until day 7.
On day 3, begin using a strong moisturizer.
Do not peel the skin yourself to avoid scarring.

RESULT NOTES

Results are noticeable after the first treatment.
Best results are achieved after 4-6 treatments.
Maintenance treatments are recommended every 6 months.

How many VI Peels will I need, and how far apart should they be done?

A single peel will add a healthy glow, improving skin tone, texture, and clarity. It reduces or eliminates hyperpigmentation, sunspots, and softens fine lines and wrinkles. The number of treatments varies by individual needs and conditions and will be determined by our medical aesthetician.

For extremely damaged skin, the VI Peel® can be done once a month for quicker results.
For most clients, 2-3 VI Peels a year are sufficient to maintain results.

Maintaining a proper skincare regimen between peels will ensure the best duration of your results.

What will I look like right after the VI Peel® and how much will I peel?

Your skin will look slightly tan or bronzed immediately after the peel due to the retinoic acid. This fades within the hour. Over the next few days, your skin will feel tighter, and any pigmented areas may appear slightly darker at first. Skin peeling usually begins by day 3; it’s a light, fluffy peeling and is easily controlled with moisturizer. In some cases, the peel is virtually invisible. Clients on Retin-A may experience heavier peeling. By day 6 or 7, you will be done peeling and your skin will look amazing.

Is a VI Peel® painful?

Not really. Clients will feel a slight stinging sensation for a few seconds, which subsides completely almost immediately. The peel is applied topically, and numbing of the skin takes place after the first pass. Some clients may feel more comfortable using a fan or cold air breeze.

Are there any restrictions on activities after the VI Peel®?

We recommend avoiding heavy sweating for the first few days after the peel. Normal activities may be resumed immediately after the peel. It is advisable to keep sun exposure to a minimum when the skin is peeling. Daily use of SPF is required.

Can I wear makeup after the VI Peel®?

You can wear makeup after the skin has completed the peeling process. During the peeling process, only moisturizer is advised.