How do skin peels work?

Skin peels are precise combinations of different chemicals that are formulated to “peel” away the outer dead layers of the skin. This leaves the inner living layers exposed to regenerate without the dead layers getting in the way.

Different peels have different depths of action – and therefore different results. The two main systems we use are:


Agera® Rx Peels

The Agera® Rx range of peels have several advantages. They cause minimal “peeling” of the skin, but instead work by causing some of the cells deep in the skin (called fibroblasts) to divide and produce more collagen and elastin. These proteins help rejuvenate the skin.

This range has very little irritation to the skin and so you can walk out straight out of your treatment and get on with your life. The Agera® Rx treatments are even more effective when combined with microdermabrasion.


Obaji Blue Peels

The Obagi Blue peel has become one of the most widely known about peels. It is very powerful, and so has to be applied by a doctor. It can be used anywhere, not only the face but also the neck, back, chest, arms and legs.

It is applied to the skin and a sensation of warmth is felt as it works. It is then washed off when it has had the effect. It has a very good effect on loose skin, fine lines, acne, large pores and pigmented areas.

As the Obagi peel is a true peel, it takes about a week for the newly exposed skin to fully heal and give the full effect.