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Laser and Skin Care Center of Gainesville, Florida >> Services >>Chemical Peels
CHEMICAL PEELS
As we age, the accumulated effects of sun exposure, pollutants, acne, or just daily life, can cause us to look older than we are. Such skin damage can be treated with a chemical peel, a non-invasive procedure designed to promote cell growth and produce smoother, clearer skin. Chemical peels are also used to treat melasma (a skin condition characterized by irregularly shaped patches of brown skin commonly found on the face and neck), and pre-cancerous changes in the skin. All chemical peels involve applying a chemical solution to remove the outer layers of skin so that a smoother, more evenly pigmented, glowing layer of skin can appear. Peels come in various types and strengths A thorough evaluation is necessary so that the right peel may be tailored to the needs of your skin. Chemical peels can be performed on the face, neck, chest, arms, hands, and legs.
Our office offers a variety of chemical peels designed to address various skin conditions. A complimentary pre-peel consultation with your skin therapist will help determine which peel is right for your condition and your skin type. |

Sun damage of the neck

6 months post superficial chemical peel
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The Biomedic™ MicroPeel®
The BioMedic MicroPeel is an alphahydroxy (AHA) treatment which uses a unique, three-step system to remove a micro-thin top layer of skin and improve skin clarity.
The first step exfoliates your skin, freeing it of dead cellular layers and lessening the appearance of fine lines and brown spots. In step two, either a 2% Lactic Acid or a a 15%-30% Alpha-Hhydroxy Acid solution is applied to your face, freeing impacted debris from your pores. Extractions arethen performed where needed.Finally, a cooling treatment is applied to your face, causing an immediate anti-inflammatory response: Pores look smaller, sun-damaged cells are cast off, and oil and blackheads are unblocked.
The entire procedure takes about 30-45minutes, and the change in your skin is visible immediately. It is safe enough that you can apply makeup right away. Monthly treatments are usually recommended, and use of the BioMedic Home Treatment Program of skin cleansers, conditioners, gels, creams and sunblocks can help maintain the effect.
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The Biomedic™ MicroPeel Plus (Salicylic Acid Peel)
This product is a revolutionary skin care advancement in the treatment of acne. The Biomedic™ MicroPeel Plus is a uniquely formulated product containing salicylic acid and the patented MIRCOSPONGE technology. The Biomedic™ MicroPeel Plus aggressively outperforms other superficial chemical peels by freeing the skin of all dead cells and stimulating the skin renewal process.
Salicylic acid, a beta-hydroxy acid, is found naturally in willow bark, wintergreen leaves and sweet birch bark. Carefully formulated preparations containing high concentrations of salicylic acid assist in sloughing off dead cells and debris on the surface of the skin. Salicylic acid then stimulates the skin's natural processes to promote cell turnover and growth.
The Biomedic™ MicroPeel Plus works in two ways. First, it loosens the bond of dead cells on the surface of your skin. By loosening this bond, The Biomedic™ MicroPeel Plus is able to remove these dead cells from the skin's surface revealing the new cells underneath. The result is an immediate improvement in smoothness and radiance of your skin.
Secondly, when the dead cells are removed, the Biomedic™ MicroPeel Plus stimulates the new living cells in your skin to reactivate the renewal process. Reactivation of the renewal process will lead to long-lasting skin health and vitality.
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NeoStrata® Skin Rejuvenation System
This system is a glycolic acid peel system that can only be performed as an in-office procedure by a trained professional. It provides controlled and predictable removal of surface skin cells, stimulating skin renewal to improve the appearance of the skin. You will notice a difference in your skin texture immediately. The procedure is fast and convenient, taking only about fifteen minutes. And with virtually no recovery time, you can be back to your normal routine the same day. There is no significant pain or discomfort or need for anesthesia and compared to other cosmetic procedures, the NeoStrata® Skin Rejuvenation System is fairly inexpensive.
These peels, in conjunction with a home care regimen of NeoStrata® skin care products, can be used to improve the appearance of skin imperfections such as fine lines and wrinkles, pigmentation irregularities, periorbital solar comedones, mild to moderate acne, superficial acne scarring, keratoses and/or benign lentigines.
NeoStrata® Peels are 100% free glycolic acid to maximize bioavailability, resulting in an effective, predictable, safe peel. Many competitive Peel Products are either pH adjusted, buffered or partially neutralized reducing their effectiveness and predictability. The NeoStrata® Glycolic Acid Skin Renewal Peel offers the flexibility of four concentrations (20%, 35%, 50%, 70%). The various concentrations are predictable and are able to be combined with other cosmetic procedures, such as microdermabrasion and non-ablative laser treatments. It is recommended to start patients with the 20% peel and increase strength after patient shows tolerance to the lower concentration.
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REFINITY™ Skin Solutions 70% Peel
This is the only low pH (0.6) glycolic acid peel with little to no irritation. This peel can be left on for much longer than it’s competitors, allowing the glycolic acids to penetrate deeper for maximum results. With the Refinity™ Skin Refining Formula you may achieve the skin enhancing benefits of a high performance peel starting at your first treatment-even if you have sensitive skin. Results from this advanced technology include an increase in the production of collagen and elastin fibers as well as, a reduction in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, improved skin tone, texture, color and elasticity. Immediately after the treatment you should be able to resume your normal activities. This peel can be used on the face, neck, hands, and chest.
The REFINITY™ Skin Solutions 70% Peel is the only 70% AHA peel formulated with COSMEDERM-7, a clinically proven anti-irritant that helps provide comfort while delivering medical strength results. With Refinity™, you may achieve the skin-enhancing benefits of a high performance peel at your first treatment-even if you have sensitive skin.
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LHA™ Peel by La Roche-Posay
A Breakthrough in New Generation of Chemical Peels!!! This exclusive LHA™ technology offers long lasting continuous results with precise cell by cell exfoliation. LHA™ is a derivative of salicylic acid, but boasts a six times superior exfoliation mechanism than pure salicylic acid alone. This safe new peel easily penetrates the outer layers of the skin to stimulate cell renewal. The intense keratolytic action of LHA™ helps boost skin radiance, even out skin tone, diminish the appearance of fine lines and/or acne scars, and significantly reduce photo damage and age spots.
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