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About the Chemical Peels

A chemical peel is a professional skin treatment that uses carefully selected acids and enzymes to gently exfoliate the outer layers of the skin, encouraging healthy cell turnover and revealing a smoother, brighter complexion. Depending on the peel selected and your skin's needs, chemical peels can improve fine lines and wrinkles, acne and congestion, acne scars, uneven skin tone, sun damage, hyperpigmentation, and rough texture while stimulating collagen production for healthier, more youthful-looking skin.

Each peel is customized to your skin type and goals, making it a safe and effective treatment for achieving clearer, more radiant skin with little to no downtime.

Brightening Peel

 Lactic + Salicylic Acid Tone-Perfecting Peel

This comprehensive peel blends 14% lactic acid, 10% salicylic acid, and targeted brightening actives including kojic acid and tranexamic acid to refine texture while evening tone. The multi-acid formula addresses congestion and uneven pigmentation, revealing a clearer, more luminous complexion with reduced redness and enhanced radiance.

BENEFITS

  • Exfoliates & promotes healthy cell renewal

  • Skin appears radiant & more youthful

  • Complexion is more even

  • Lightens hyperpigmentation

KEY INGREDIENTS

  • Kojic Acid

  • Lactic Acid

  • Azelaic Acid

Clear Skin Peel

Exfoliates & promotes healthy cell renewal

This gentle yet effective peel combines 15% mandelic acid and 10% lactic acid with botanical extracts to promote healthy cell renewal while addressing blemishes and uneven tone. The intentional blend of fruit enzymes and antioxidants from prickly pear, bilberry, and hibiscus work to brighten and calm skin, revealing a more luminous, balanced complexion.

BENEFITS

  • Exfoliates & promotes healthy cell renewal

  • Skin appears radiant & more youthful

  • Complexion is more even

  • Lightens hyperpigmentation

  • Reduces acne lesions

KEY INGREDIENTS

  • Mandelic Acid

  • Lactic Acid

  • Pineapple Extract

  • Mulberry Extract

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Healthy Aging Peel

TCA + Copper Tripeptide Renewal Peel

This potent yet soothing peel features 15% TCA (trichoroacetic acid) and copper tripeptide to stimulate collagen production while softening expression lines and refining skin texture. Botanicals including licorice root, gotu kola, and green tea provide calming antioxidants that support the skin's natural renewal process, revealing a firmer, more luminous complexion with improved tone and suppleness.

BENEFITS

  • Exfoliates & promotes healthy cell renewal

  • Skin appears radiant & more youthful

  • Wrinkle depth & fine lines reduced

  • Complexion is more even lessening hyperpigmentation

  • Texture is soft & noticeably smoother

KEY INGREDIENTS

  • Copper PCA

  • Green Tea

  • Gotu Kola

  • Echinacea

  • Licorice Root

Resurfacing Peel

High-performance resurfacing treatment

This Lira Clinical Mineral TCA peel targets advanced signs of aging, stubborn hyperpigmentation, and significant textural issues. It combines trichoroacetic acid (TCA) and salicylic acid to trigger cellular renewal. 

BENEFITS

  • Fades severe sun damage, age spots, and melasma

  • Helps reduce the appearance of acne scars

  • Refines the skin's surface for a smoother, tighter, and plumper finish

  • Repairs skin that has suffered from long-term sun exposure

KEY INGREDIENTS

  • TCA (Trichloroacetic Acid)

  • Salicylic Acid

  • Edelweiss Plant Stem Cells

  • Colloidal Minerals

DOWNTIME

  • 3-8 Days - Expect active shedding and physical peeling

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The Boost

Retinol + Vitamin C Treatment Booster

This potent treatment booster combines 4% retinol with stabilized vitamin C and hyaluronic acid to enhance professional peel treatments while encouraging healthy cell renewal. Soothing botanicals, including green tea, licorice root, and shea extract, provide calming support, helping to refine texture and even tone while minimizing irritation. The result is a luminous, more refined complexion with softened expression lines.

BENEFITS

  • Increases cell turnover

  • Lightens hyperpigmentation

  • Skin appears radiant & more youthful

  • Complexion is more even

  • Enhances peel exfoliation

KEY INGREDIENTS

  • Hyaluronic Acid

  • Green Tea

  • Licorice Root

  • Retinol

*CANNOT BE USED WITH THE RESURFACING PEEL*

Chemical Peel Pricing

All chemical peels and The Boost are treated as an add-on to a Seasonal Facial or SIGNATURE Facial, including the scalp series.​

• 1st Time Chemical Peel + Consultation - Together we will discuss your goals and select the best peel for your skin. $50

• Returning Chemical Peel $40

• The Boost - Excellent as a facial or chemical peel add-on to increase treatment intensity. Cannot be used with the Resurfacing Peel.  $67

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Pre Peel Recommendations

  • Consult your medical provider if you are pregnant or lactating before receiving a chemical peel.

ONE YEAR PRIOR

  • Discontinue Accutane (isotretinoin) or any isotretinoin-derived medication at least one year prior to treatment.

TWO WEEKS PRIOR TO PEEL

  • Discontinue the use of topical prescriptions or products containing Retinol (vitamin A) as these products may cause adverse reactions on the day of the peel.

  • Avoid sun exposure.

  • Do not receive Botox or fillers as injection sites may be sensitized during peel application. 

  • Do not wax, receive laser hair removal or electrolysis, or use depilatory creams as these are mild forms of exfoliation and may cause adverse reactions on the day of the peel.

  • Do not receive another professional treatment unless previously discussed with Megan.

Day Of Peel Recommendations

DAY OF PEEL

​• Pack a hat and sunglasses - even in the winter!

• Do not use any exfoliation products (alpha-hydroxy acids -AHAs, beta hydroxy acids - BHAs, benzoyl peroxide) as these products may cause dryness and sensitivity limiting the treatment options day of.

• Do not shave your face the day of your peel or the day after.

IMMEDIATELY AFTER PEEL (DAY 1)

• Your facial will end with products that are meant to be left on the skin for at least 4-6 hours. You may wash your face in the evening of your treatment or you can go to bed and start your post peel product the following morning.

• It is recommended (but not mandatory) to avoid makeup use the day of the treatment to allow skin to normalize.

• Only use products discussed with Megan.

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Post Peel Recommendations

DAYS 2-14 OR UNTIL YOUR SKIN IS FULLY HEALED

  • Cleanse, moisturize, and protect your skin. Sorella post peel products will be suggested.

  • Keep your skin clean, cool, and calm. You may want to cleanse your skin 2-4 times a day. Pat your skin dry, do not rub. Cleanse with tepid to cool water (do not take hot showers/baths).

  • Avoid sun exposure. The fresh layer of skin is more susceptible to sunburn, hyperpigmentation, and fine lines. Apply SPF every two hours.

  • Avoid elevating your body's internal temperature. IF the body's core temperature becomes too high it can cause blisters and hyperpigmentation (exercise, sauna, hot shower, hot tub, spicy food, extended time outside in the heat).

  • Avoid excessive perspiration.

  • Avoid exfoliation - this includes loofahs or rough use of towels or washcloths to treated areas.

  • DO NOT PICK or pull at any loose skin. Allow the skin to fall off naturally to avoid hyperpigmentation. 

  • No waxing or hair removal until your skin has fully healed to avoid skin lifting.

  • Avoid swimming in chlorine.

  • Treat skin delicately and avoid any harsh products not recommended by Megan. Even the gentlest products can feel active.

  • Avoid having another professional treatment unless cleared by Megan.

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