It’s commonly thought that to get a good result from a professional peel you need to go through a period of downtime while your face is red, peeling and unbearably itchy. However, it’s still possible to get very good results from having a series of superficial peels that avoid any serious discomfort during or after the procedure.
To find out about superficial peels I went along to a NeoStrata training day so I could ask lots of questions and have a peel done myself as ‘a model’. It was actually the founders of NeoStrata that discovered the benefits of AHA’s on the skin and the brand is still the leading the way in their use. Therefore, in terms of expertise, I was learning from the best.
As this is a big topic and I want the information to be easy to understand and digest I’ve broken down the main points into questions and answers. This is  followed by my own personal experience of having a peel. What Are The Benefits Of Having A Series Of Superficial Peels"
1. Builds collagen which plumps out lines and wrinkles.
2. Evening of skin tone and improved texture.
3. Diminished appearance of pore size.
4. Reduced appearance of blemishes in acne prone skin.
5. Softening of shallow acne scars.
6. Increased glow and radiance.
7. Reducution in pigmentation.
Which Areas Of The Face And Body Can A Peel Be Applied"
All areas of the face can be treated apart from directly under the eyes and eyelids. Most parts of the body suc...