Chemical facial peels are a tried-and-true way to rejuvenate your skin, delivering instant brightness and long-term benefits for overall skin health. Whether you're dealing with acne, uneven tone, enlarged pores, or dullness, this treatment can address multiple concerns effectively.
The Red Carpet Peel is a gentle yet transformative treatment that exfoliates and refreshes your skin with minimal downtime. It has been a favourite for over a decade with our clients seeking a radiant, glowing complexion for a special event or as part of their skincare routine.
By removing dull surface layers and stimulating skin renewal, this facial peel leaves your skin noticeably smoother, brighter, and beautifully revitalized.
Why Choose the Red Carpet Peel?
This peel is celebrated for delivering noticeable results with minimal downtime. Here’s why it’s a favourite among clients:
- Immediate Radiance: Your skin will appear brighter and more glowing after just one session.
- Customisable: Whether you’re addressing acne, pigmentation, or enlarged pores the treatment can be tailored to your specific concerns.
- Minimal Downtime: While some redness and peeling are normal, most clients can resume their daily activities shortly after the treatment.
- Safety: Salicylic acid has been a gold-standard ingredient in dermatology for decades, known for its safety and effectiveness.
- Long-Lasting Results: With proper care and follow-up treatments, the results can last for months, leaving your skin radiant and healthy.
How the Chemical Peel Works
The Red Carpet Peel uses advanced ingredients to target surface-level concerns while promoting deeper skin rejuvenation. At the heart of its formula is salicylic acid, a beta hydroxy acid (BHA) known for its multifunctional benefits:
- Exfoliation: Salicylic acid removes dead skin cells from the surface, revealing a smoother, more radiant complexion.
- Pore Cleansing: Its oil-dissolving properties help unclog pores, making it especially effective for treating acne and preventing future breakouts.
- Anti-Inflammatory Benefits: Salicylic acid soothes redness and irritation, leaving your skin calm and balanced.
- Cell Renewal: By clearing away surface layers, the peel accelerates natural skin renewal, improving pigmentation, tone, and texture.
This versatile chemical peel is suitable for most skin types and can be tailored to address specific concerns, ensuring that your skin receives the care it needs.
What to Expect During a Peel
Feeling prepared can make the experience more comfortable and enjoyable. Here’s a step-by-step breakdown of what you can expect:
Peel Consultation
Your practitioner will assess your skin and discuss your goals, ensuring the treatment aligns with your needs. They’ll also provide guidance on what to expect and answer any questions.
Skin Peel Preparation
To start, your skin is thoroughly cleansed to remove makeup, oils, and impurities. This ensures that the peel penetrates evenly and effectively.
Chemical Peel Application
The practitioner applies the peel in thin, even layers. The first layer is left on for 30 to 60 seconds, during which you may feel a mild tingling or prickly sensation. Depending on your skin's tolerance, additional layers may be applied for enhanced results.
Intensity
The peel is left on for 10–15 minutes while your practitioner monitors results to achieve the desired intensity for your skin type.
Dermalux Therapy
Once the peel has done its work, it is neutralised and removed. Following this, your face is treated with Dermalux red and infrared light therapy, which stimulates collagen production and enhances the skin’s natural repair process. Many clients find this step relaxing, likening it to basking in the warmth of the sun.
The entire treatment takes approximately 40–50 minutes, making it a convenient option even for those with busy schedules.
Which facial is best for me?
If you're unsure what your skin needs, start with a skin analysis. Our Observ520X scanner captures detailed images of your skin, highlighting problem areas. You can then discuss these findings with our skin experts, who will recommend the most suitable treatments and skincare to help you achieve your goals.
Who is suitable for a Red Carpet Peel?
The Red Carpet Peel is suitable for most people, with a few exceptions:
- You are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You are allergic to aspirin or have active cold sores.
What preparation is required for a peel?
You should discontinue products containing tretinoin, vitamin A, benzoyl peroxide, or salicylic acid 3 days before your treatment to avoid sensitivity. You can resume these products 2-7 days after the facial.
You must avoid laser or IPL treatments for 1 week prior to the peel.
What's the difference between a phenol and salicylic acid peel?
A phenol peel is a deep chemical peel, while a salicylic acid peel is a superficial treatment addressing acne, clogged pores, and mild skin concerns.
Phenol peels are best for treating severe skin issues like acne scars, melasma, and deep wrinkles, but require longer recovery time and have a greater risk of complications.
Which should I have Red Carpet Peel or Hydrafacial?
The Red Carpet Peel and Hydrafacials both incorporate chemical peels, but with key differences. Hydrafacial treatments use gentler peels that don’t cause visible peeling, while the Red Carpet Peel is designed to induce mild skin peeling for more noticeable results.
Many clients choose to alternate Red Carpet and Hydrafacial treatments to suit the demand of their schedules and achieve their desired goals.
Peel Aftercare Instructions
To maximise the benefits and minimise side effects, follow these essential aftercare steps for at least one week post-treatment:
- Manage Redness and Peeling: Mild redness and light peeling are normal after the treatment. Avoid picking at flaking skin, as this can lead to irritation or hypopigmentation.
- Keep Skin Hydrated: Use a gentle moisturizer to keep your skin hydrated and support its healing. We recommend DRVICTORIA™ Ultra-Hydrate, specially formulated to soothe and protect post-treatment skin.
- Protect Against UV Exposure: Your skin will be more sensitive to sunlight after the peel, so applying a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF50 is crucial. We recommend DRVICTORIA™ SafeGuard for optimal protection.
- Avoid Harsh Products: Avoid using exfoliating scrubs, retinol, or strong actives like benzoyl peroxide. Stick to a simple, gentle routine. A product like DRVICTORIA™ Cleanse is ideal for post-treatment cleansing.
Schedule Follow-Up Treatments
For the best results, a series of 3–6 treatments spaced 4–6 weeks apart is often recommended. Your practitioner will create a personalized plan based on your skin’s unique needs.
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Chemical Peel Pricing
No prior consultation required, but check the FAQs to ensure you are suitable. If you are unsure what your skin needs then consider booking a Skin Analysis to start your journey.
| Treatment Options | £ |
|---|---|
| Red Carpet Package of 3 (Discuss with practitioner) | 336 |
| Red Carpet Peel - Book Online | 130 |
Packages
Save money by purchasing a package of 3 treatments, which you can use anytime within 12 months. Ask your practitioner.
