How Does It Work?
During your Long Island chemical peel treatment, a topical chemical solution is applied to the skin’s surface which prompts the epidermis to shed old, dead skin cells making room for new cells to grow and renew the top layer of skin.
Facial treatment example: during a chemical peel your face will be cleaned, your hair protected and your eyes covered. The chemical solution is gently applied to your skin, left on for a couple of minutes, then it is neutralized and removed — it’s a quick procedure. For a light depth peel pain relief is not usually required, but for a medium to deep peel you may require a sedative and painkiller. Post-treatment, an Este skincare specialist will advise you on essential ‘peel’ aftercare, so you can maximize the treatment benefits and enjoy the results for as long as possible.
Chemical peels generally have three different depths: light, medium, and deep. All are safe and effective. Prior to your treatment, an Este expert will recommend the best option to achieve your skincare and beauty goals.
Light: This is the most superficial chemical peel option that targets just the epidermis (i.e., top layer of skin). It is used to treat fine lines, acne, dull and uneven skin tone. It is gentle enough to have every two to six weeks.
Medium: This peel will target skin at the epidermis layer and the upper part of the dermis (i.e., the skin’s middle inner layer). It is used to treat wrinkles, acne scars, dull and uneven skin tone. To maintain results long-term you may have to repeat the treatment within a specific timeframe recommended by an Este skincare specialist.
Deep: This is the deepest level for a chemical peel and it will treat deeper wrinkles, scars, and skin growths (as recommended by your doctor). To achieve the full effect this treatment most often does not have to be repeated. But a discussion with an Este specialist will identify the best next steps for optimal skincare.
Initial chemical peel results may be subtle, but will increase with repeated treatments. Much depends on the depth of your peel; for instance, after a medium chemical peel skin will be noticeably smoother; and after a deep peel skin will undergo a dramatic improvement in the look and feel of treated areas (e.g., face, neck, hands…).