Chemical Peels

PCA Skin Peels

Most PCA chemical peels target the skin’s top layers and involve minimal recovery time. Different formulas can be used, depending on the patient’s skin type and the strength and depth needed to produce the desired goals. In some cases, patients can give their skin a “boost” with a single treatment. It’s more common to schedule a series of treatments to effectively treat specific conditions.

Deeper PCA peels blend different ingredients, including trichloroacetic acid (TCA), which can address stubborn skin conditions that resist treatment from lighter chemical peels.

ZO 3-Step Peel®

The 3-step peel from the ZO® Skin Health product line uses a blend of exfoliants, retinol, and multi-action agents to improve the health and appearance of your skin. The steps involved in the treatment include a peel applied at our med spa, followed by at-home treatments. Combined, they reduce signs of aging and skin discoloration.

The chemical peel applied in the first step of the treatment is made from 5% lactic acid, 17% salicylic acid, and 10% TCA. That’s followed by the application of a 6% retinol cream, which penetrates even deeper after the initial peel breaks down the skin’s surface. The retinol cream reduces wrinkles and firms the skin. It also includes antioxidants to help produce long-lasting protection.

The last of the 3 steps involves the continuing application of a Calming Crème that stimulates the production of collagen and hyaluronic acid while also acting as a barrier against environmental pollutants.