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CHEMICAL PEELS IN CORNELIUS, NC
CHEMICAL PEELS TREATMENT
If you’ve been feeling frustrated with uneven skin tone, fine lines, or stubborn blemishes that won’t fade, you’re not alone. Many people in Lake Norman and Cornelius, NC struggle with skin that doesn’t reflect how youthful or vibrant they feel inside. At Meraki Aesthetics & Co., we provide customized chemical peel treatments that exfoliate dull, damaged skin and help restore a smoother, more radiant appearance—without the need for invasive procedures or extended downtime.
Ignoring early signs of skin damage can cause deeper pigmentation, more pronounced wrinkles, and worsening texture over time. This can gradually affect your confidence, making you feel like makeup is no longer enough to cover up imperfections. Additionally, skipping proper aftercare—like sun protection or avoiding certain products—can lead to irritation, scarring, or delayed healing. Our experienced team helps you avoid those risks by offering expert-guided care from start to finish. Whether you’re looking for a gentle refresh or a deeper peel, we’ll tailor your treatment to your goals and walk you through every step. Take control of your skin’s future and invest in your confidence—book your chemical peel consultation with Meraki Aesthetics & Co. today.
Benefits of Chemical Peels
- Improves skin texture and tone, providing smoother, more radiant skin.
- Reduces fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating collagen production for firmer skin.
- Helps to combat acne by unclogging pores and reducing breakouts.
- Evens out pigmentation, reducing sun damage, age spots, and hyperpigmentation.
- Encourages healthy cell turnover, revealing fresh and rejuvenated skin.
- Minimizes pore size, resulting in smoother, more refined skin.
- Reduces the appearance of acne scars and other skin imperfections.
- Provides deep exfoliation, leaving skin brighter and more youthful.
- Non-invasive treatment with minimal recovery time, making it ideal for busy lifestyles.
- Ideal for Lake Norman residents looking to refresh their skin with professional care.
Pre and Post Care for Chemical Peels
Pre-Treatment:
- Avoid using products with retinoids or exfoliating agents for 3 to 5 days before treatment.
- Refrain from sun exposure or use tanning beds for at least one week before your peel.
- For a few days before treatment, discontinue using any products that could irritate the skin (e.g., glycolic acid or salicylic acid).
- Arrive with clean, makeup-free skin for the best results.
- If you have a history of cold sores, inform your provider before treatment.
Post-Treatment:
- Avoid direct sun exposure for at least one week, and always use broad-spectrum sunscreen.
- Expect some redness and peeling in the days following the treatment, which is a normal part of the healing process.
- Do not pick or peel the skin to avoid scarring; let the skin naturally exfoliate.
- Keep your skin hydrated with a gentle moisturizer recommended by your provider.
- Refrain from using exfoliating products for a few days post-treatment.
- For deep peels, follow any specific aftercare instructions provided by your provider for optimal healing.
FAQ'S
Do you offer chemical peels in the Lake Norman, NC and Cornelius, NC area?
Meraki Aesthetics & Co. offers professional chemical peel treatments in the Lake Norman, NC and Cornelius, NC areas, as well as surrounding towns. Our chemical peels help improve the appearance of your skin by reducing wrinkles and enhancing your complexion, providing rejuvenating results.
WHAT IS A CHEMICAL PEEL?
A chemical peel is a procedure that involves applying a solution of Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) or Trichloroacetic Acid (TCA) to remove damaged layers of skin. The appropriate SkinMedica or VI Peel is applied to your skin, which causes the damaged skin layers to peel off revealing healthier, younger looking skin underneath. Chemical peels can reduce or improve fine lines, wrinkles, acne, scars, uneven skin tone, and other skin imperfections.
DOES IT HURT?
During your treatment, your esthetician will continuously check in with you to determine sensitivity. We utilize personal fans to minimize discomfort. Sensation is normal during a chemical peel, but we monitor your discomfort and end the peel when your tolerance to the peel is met. Skin is calmed until patients feel no discomfort before leaving the office.
WHAT PEEL IS RIGHT FOR ME?
During your skincare consultation, we assess your goals and concerns. Your esthetician will pick the appropriate peel to achieve your desired result. We have three levels of SkinMedica peels, Illuminize, Vitalize, and Rejuvenize. We also offer VI Peels, a medium-depth peel designed to life pigment, remove sun damage, alleviate acne and scarring, and fight fine lines and wrinkles. Some downtime, including light to moderate peeling, should be expected depending on the depth of your peel. Sun exposure should be avoided before and after treatment.
WHAT IS THE DOWNTIME LIKE?
Some downtime is associated depending on the type of chemical peel used. Patients should avoid sun exposure for at least one week prior to treatment, and one week after. Peeling starts around day 2 post-treatment, and continues until around day 5. Peeling varies person to person. Patients should not pick or pull at peeling skin, and exclusively use post-care products until peeling is finished.
HOW MANY CHEMICAL PEELS WILL I NEED?
During your initial consultation, your esthetician will develop a treatment plan to determine how many chemical peels you will need to reach your desired result. Patients typically see an improvement in their skin after their first chemical peel.
WHAT DOES A PEEL DO?
Chemical peels treat a variety of skin concerns like hyperpigmentation, acne, texture, and fine lines + wrinkles. We carry different SkinMedica peels and VI Peels treatments to address different skin concerns. We have chemical peels that cause no downtime or peeling, and give you an instant glow as well.
