The skin renews itself every 28 days, this process can slow down due to various factors. Among other things, the life phase in which we live under the influence of hormones causes skin problems. This can manifest itself in: acne, shiny skin, large pores, fine lines, wrinkles and hyperpigmentation.

Skin aging is due to both genetic and environmental mechanisms. Our DNA contains the aging mechanism, but external factors such as: stress, sunlight, free radicals also cause skin aging.

How do we improve the skin through peels?

By removing the dead skin cells and the peeling penetrates into the deeper skin layers, the fibroblasts will be stimulated to produce more collagen. This collagen production provides a filling and therefore fewer wrinkles and a fresh appearance. It will also normalize sebum production and active acne will be tackled.

The types of chemical peels that exist are:

• Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHA): glycolic acid, lactic acid and mandelic acid
• Beta Hydroxy Acids (BHA): salicylic acid
• Tricholacetic Acids (TCA)

The depth, intensity and effectiveness of the peels can vary and depend on, among other things, the concentration of the ingredients. At Clinique Elixir we have both superficial and deep peels that can be used for different indications.

The number of treatments you need differs per indication, but you can assume a course of 3-5 treatments that is repeated every 2-4 weeks for optimal results.

Do you want to get rid of your pimples? A smoother skin texture? Less pigment spots? Make an appointment now for a peeling and product advice with one of our skin therapists.

Indications for a peeling treatment:

• Acne: active acne and superficial acne scars, enlarged pores
• Rosacea: redness, rosacea, sensitive and dry skin
• Skin aging: smoothing skin tone, fine lines and wrinkles
• Hyperpigmentation: pigment spots, freckles, dull skin, uneven complexion and age spots and dark circles around the eyes

You cannot undergo the treatment if you have the following indications and/or characteristics:

• Pregnancy and breastfeeding
• Acute active infections (herpes simplex/cold sore) in the treated area
• Medication (antibiotics, prednisone, penicillin, isotretinoin/roacuttane/vitamin a cream and St. John's wort)
• Fever
• Eczema and Psoriasis
• Scleroderma
• Sunburned skin
• Recent treatment with other chemical peel/dermapen in the treatment area
• Skin cancer, radiotherapy and/or chemotherapy in the past 5 years.

Always wait two weeks to schedule a treatment after stopping certain medications. If you have any doubts about whether a certain medication can affect the treatment, please always contact us.

Aftercare

After the treatment you are probably red, this redness can last for a few hours.

It is not recommended to wear makeup or cleanse the skin as long as the skin is red.

In addition, sauna / swimming pool / strenuous exercise should be avoided for 48 hours after the treatment.

Also avoid exposure to the sun/tanning bed and wear an SPF 50 every day.

Fees

Are you additionally insured? Then there is a possibility that the costs are partially or fully reimbursed by your insurance. Ask the skin therapist what your options are.