VI Peel
What is a VI Peel?
A VI Peel is a medium-depth chemical peel that penetrates your top layer of skin, called the epidermis, reaching into the dermis underneath. It uses a product trademarked by Vitality Institute Medical Products.
Like other chemical peels, a VI Peel works by exfoliating your skin and stimulating the production of new proteins. The procedure is commonly used to treat signs of aging, improve skin texture, and correct pigmentary issues.
The product used in VI Peels is made up of a blend of ingredients that may include:
- Trichloroacetic acid (TCA) (10 to 12 percent)
- Phenol (10 to 12 percent)
- Salicylic acid (10 to 12 percent)
- Vitamin C (4 percent)
- Tretinoin (0.1 to 0.4 percent)
VI Peels are gentle enough that they can safely be used on your face, chest, eyelids, hands, and back and can be used on all skin types and tones.
Why do I need a peel?
Fine lines and wrinkles
Chemicals peels break down your top layers of skin cells. This breakdown can stimulate your body’s natural healing process and the production of new collagen and elastin.
Collagen and elastin are the two key proteins and loss of these proteins contributes to the formation of wrinkles.
VI Peels and other superficial to medium-depth chemical peels aren’t effective for removing deep wrinkles or sagging skin.
Treating sunspots and discoloration
Chemical peels can potentially help you lighten areas of skin darkened by sun damage or skin conditions like melasma. One of the key ingredients in VI Peels is phenol. Phenol is one of the most effective ingredients used in chemical peels for treating freckles and discoloration.
Treating keratosis pilaris
Some of the active ingredients in a VI Peel, such as salicylic acid, may help break down bumps caused by keratosis pilaris (chicken skin).
Keratosis pilaris is a common condition in which dead skin cells clog hair follicles and produce bumps that resemble the skin of a plucked chicken.
What about acne?
A VI Peel can be used used to improve acne in a number of ways, including:
- Reducing oil production
- Killing bacteria
- Reducing inflammation
- Breaking down your outer layer of skin
- Reducing your number of clogged pores
Salicylic acid, one of the key ingredients in a VI Peel, is also one of the best treatments for acne scars.
VI Peel side effects & precautions
VI Peels are generally well tolerated. However, some people may experience side effects, such as:
- Burning pain.
- Skin discoloration.
- Swelling.
- Blistering.
- Itchiness.
- Allergic reaction.
- Infection.
- Dry skin.
- Inflammation.
- Redness.
- Scarring.
People with dark skin have the highest risk of developing skin discoloration after a chemical peel. However, VI Peels are suitable for all skin types and skin colors. If you have dark skin it’s still a good idea to get a consultation before your procedure to learn how best to avoid complications.
Pregnancy, estrogen use, and excessive sun exposure after your procedure are risk factors for developing dark spots after a chemical peel.
Is a VI Peel safe during pregnancy?
If you’re pregnant or breastfeeding, you should speak with a doctor before getting a VI peel. Due to a lack of research, chemical peels that contain TCA or salicylic acid are not recommended while pregnant.
How does a VI Peel treatment work?
A VI Peel only takes about 30 minutes and is usually painless. It uses a blend of ingredients to break down your top layer of skin and reveal healthy skin underneath.
Here’s what you can generally expect:
- We will cleanse your skin to remove dirt and oil.
- We will then apply the VI Peel solution with a minimum of two layers.
- You may experience some numbness or tingling once the first layer is applied.
- By the second layer is applied, your skin may “frost,” or turn white, red or have minimal visual change at all.
- About 4 to 6 hours later, you’ll wash off the peel.
- Your skin may start peeling usually by day 3 after the procedure.
VI Peel aftercare
You will be given an after-care kit at you’re appointment which also includes an app to help you remember what to do and when. Basically, it will tell you that about 4 to 6 hours after your procedure, and at least an hour before bed, you will wash off the peel using a mild cleanser and water. Your skin will likely start to peel 3 days after treatment.
You can take care of your skin after your procedure by:
- Avoiding applying any creams or lotions until you wash off your peel
- Applying the “Post Peel Protectant” given to you after your procedure two to four times per day
- Applying moisturizer frequently until you’re done peeling.
- Avoiding direct sunlight when your skin is peeling and making sure you wear sunscreen whenever you go outside.
It is suggested to get 3 VI peels at least 4 to 6 weeks apart to start. Once this process is complete, you may only need 1 every 6 months to see continuous results.
VI Peel vs. similar treatments
A VI Peel can be a stand-alone treatment or combined with other complimenting skin treatment methods to maximize benefits. Micro needling treatments are an excellent accompaniment treatment to alter with VI Peels. Please ask about our packages and click on the Micro needling link below!
VI Peel offers 5 custom blends:
- VI Peel Original- for tone and texture. This peel is for patients with: sensitive skin, early signs of aging (13+) and rough texture.
- VI Peel Advanced- for enhanced collagen stimulation. This peel is for patients with: aging skin (40+), wrinkles, fine lines, and loss of elasticity.
- VI Peel Precision Plus- for skin discoloration. This peel is for patients with: UV-Induced pigmentation, sun damage, melasma, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
- VI Peel Purify- for active acne and oily skin. This peel is for patients with: active acne, break-out prone skin, oily and congested skin, and teen acne.
- VI Peel Purify w/ Precision Plus- for acne and acne scarring. This peel is for patients with: excessive oil, acne with hyperpigmentation, acne scarring, and adult acne.
Post Treatment Suncare
Post treatment sun protection and skin care is always a must. After your appointment or any time you may interested, the Trü Life Medspa & Wellness team can apply either our tinted or non-tinted, mineral based sunscreen to the treated area and explain the benefits of only using a mineral based sunscreen. Colorescience is our medical grade skincare line that offers both post treatment and home based skin care. You can click here or their logo from our skin care page to be taken to the Trü Life Medspa & Wellness Colorescience website. Colorescience also has an incredible rewards program. Please just make sure you are on the Trü Life Medspa & Wellness Colorescience link when you register so I can assist you directly with anything you may need or have questions about.
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