Soft Touch

Service Description

The Soft Touch Peel can be performed as a stand alone treatment. It can usually be carried out on a monthly basis. However this would be under continual review due to natural changes in the skin and /or environmental factors. If you are new or returning to chemical peels after a while then this is the peel that will be performed on you. Also, when embarking on a bespoke Chemical Peel Course this will also be the initial treatment. Chemical Peels are one of the most powerfully effective non invasive ways of improving the skin and creating a youthful, healthy glow. A chemical peel entails the application of exfoliating chemicals to the skin, resulting in a stimulation of the epidermal and dermal structures. Regenerative mechanisms are set in motion, the aim being to cause an improvement in the structure and appearance of the skin The Science behind Soft Touch Peel. A professional chemical gel peel with gluconolactone, lactobionic acid, sodium lactate, hyaluronic acid and a buffered pH of 3,5. Very gentle and superficial peel to prepare the skin for stronger peels if no skin conditioning was performed with the activators. Based on polyhydroxyl acids it is an ideal peel to test the skin before stronger peels or for the first sessions on very thin and reactive skins After Care - Part One Any deep exfoliation treatment - such as chemical peels or skin needling, should be avoided a week prior to and a week following your treatment. • Depending on your type of peel or if you wish to embark on a course, additional individual advice will be given to you. Exercise, swimming, spas and anything that involves increasing your body temperature, should be avoided for 24-48 hours. A 50+ sunscreen will be applied immediately following your treatment and should be continued for the next 30 days minimum. No form of exfoliation or Vitamin A, Retinol, Anti-ageing creams or irritants to be applied or carried out for a minimum of seven days after your treatment. If you are embarking on a course then additional individual advice will also be given. Avoid touching your face, this is one of the quickest ways to introduce bacteria into your skin. Remember, your skin is susceptible post treatment. We advice to avoid make up 48 hours post treatment & mineral based is best.