Targeted resurfacing and skin renewal
Advanced Chemical Peels
A collection of professional, corrective peels selected individually according to your skin, concern and desired level of correction.
Rather than offering a menu of individual peel formulations for clients to choose from, this treatment is prescribed according to what we are trying to achieve. Varying actives, concentrations and formulations work through different pathways within the skin, allowing treatment to be tailored towards concerns such as pigmentation, sun damage, acne and congestion, uneven texture, fine lines and more established signs of ageing.
Depending on the peel selected, treatment may range from gentle resurfacing with relatively minimal disruption through to a more intensive corrective peel with several days of visible downtime. The aim is never to create peeling simply for the sake of it. The formulation and intensity are chosen according to the change we want to create, balanced against what your skin can safely and appropriately tolerate.
Preparation is equally important. More corrective peels may require a period of prescribed homecare beforehand to strengthen the skin, regulate pigment production and prepare it for treatment. For this reason, consultation and skin preparation form an important part of the process, particularly when treating pigmentation or undertaking a more intensive peel.
What does it treat?
Advanced Chemical Peels may be prescribed for:
/ Pigmentation and uneven skin tone
/ Sun damage and photoageing
/ Post-inflammatory pigmentation
/ Acne and congestion
/ Enlarged or blocked pores
/ Rough or uneven texture
/ Dull, thickened or sluggish skin
/ Fine lines
/ Signs of ageing
/ Selected acne-related changes
The appropriate peel depends on the concern, its underlying drivers, the condition of the skin and your treatment history.
YOUR TREATMENT MAY INCLUDE:
The exact protocol varies considerably according to the peel selected, but may include:
/ Consultation and detailed skin assessment
/ Pre-treatment homecare programme where required
/ Thorough cleansing and degreasing of the skin
/ Professional peel selected according to concern and skin condition
/ One or multiple peel layers according to the prescribed protocol
/ Neutralisation where required by the formulation
/ Targeted post-peel skincare
/ Restorative or protective masque where appropriate
/ Dermalux LED Light Therapy where appropriate
/ Finishing barrier support and SPF
/ Detailed post-treatment care and follow-up
SUITABLE FOR
Advanced Chemical Peels are best suited to clients seeking more targeted correction and who are comfortable with the possibility of greater downtime where this is required to achieve the intended outcome.
They may also suit clients who have progressed beyond lighter resurfacing treatments and whose skin is appropriately prepared for a more active treatment.
Client suitability will always be assessed prior to treatment. Not every skin concern benefits from stronger exfoliation, and compromised, inflamed or inadequately prepared skin will not be pushed into a corrective peel simply because it has been booked.
INVESTMENT:
From $289 - $350
Advanced Chemical Peels FAQs
How do I know which chemical peel to book?
You don't need to.
Advanced Chemical Peels is intentionally offered as a treatment category rather than a list of individual peel names. Your skin is assessed first and the formulation, strength and treatment protocol are selected according to your concern, skin condition, treatment history and desired level of correction.
The peel is the tool; the treatment plan comes first.
How are Advanced Chemical Peels different from BioRePeel?
BioRePeel is a specific biphasic 35% TCA formulation that offers exfoliating and biostimulating benefits with relatively minimal visible peeling for most clients.
Advanced Chemical Peels encompass a broader selection of professional formulations and allow us to work more specifically with particular concerns. Some may be relatively gentle and progressive, while others are deliberately more corrective and can involve more significant visible peeling and downtime.
If you're unsure which approach is appropriate, your skin can be assessed and the treatment selected for you.
Will my skin peel?
Possibly — and the degree varies considerably.
Some peels create little more than dryness or light flaking, while more corrective protocols can produce visible peeling or shedding over several days.
You will always be told what level of downtime to expect before proceeding with treatment so you can plan accordingly.
Does more peeling mean better results?
No.
Visible shedding is a response to a particular type and depth of treatment, not a measure of how successful the peel has been. Different concerns require different levels of stimulation, and unnecessarily aggressive peeling can compromise the barrier and increase inflammation.
The objective is to create the appropriate response for your skin, not the most dramatic one.
Is there downtime?
Downtime varies according to the peel selected.
A lighter corrective peel may involve mild redness, tightness, dryness or flaking with little interruption to everyday life. More intensive peels may involve several days of visible darkening, dryness and shedding as the treated layers of skin renew.
Your expected response, healing period and aftercare requirements will be discussed in detail before treatment.
Do I need to prepare my skin beforehand?
For some peels, yes.
More corrective treatments — particularly when addressing pigmentation — may require a period of prescribed homecare before treatment. Preparing the skin can help improve treatment predictability, support barrier function and, where relevant, help manage melanocyte activity before creating controlled inflammation.
If preparation is required, your peel will not be performed until the skin is ready.
Can chemical peels treat pigmentation?
Yes, certain chemical peels can be extremely useful within a pigmentation treatment plan, particularly for epidermal pigmentation, post-inflammatory changes and cumulative sun damage.
However, pigmentation needs to be properly assessed before treatment. Its depth and underlying drivers — including UV exposure, inflammation and hormones — influence which approach is appropriate.
Conditions such as melasma require particular care; simply choosing a stronger peel can potentially create further inflammation and pigment activity rather than improving it.
Can they help acne and congestion?
Yes. Certain peel formulations can help regulate abnormal keratinisation, clear follicular congestion, reduce excess surface build-up and support acne-prone skin.
Active acne is multifactorial, however, so peeling is rarely the entire answer. Where appropriate, treatment is combined with a thoughtfully selected homecare regime and a broader plan addressing the factors contributing to the skin.
Are Advanced Chemical Peels best performed as a course?
Often, yes.
Some concerns respond best to a series of progressive treatments rather than one highly aggressive peel. Other corrective protocols may involve fewer, more intensive treatments followed by a period of recovery and reassessment.
The number and frequency of treatments therefore depend entirely on the peel selected, your concern and how your skin responds.
When will I see improvement?
This depends on the treatment.
Some lighter peels leave the skin looking brighter and smoother once any initial dryness has settled. More corrective treatments may look worse before they look better as pigmentation darkens, shedding occurs and the skin moves through its renewal process.
Changes in pigmentation, texture, congestion and overall skin quality generally become more meaningful over a carefully planned course of treatment and appropriate homecare.
Can chemical peels be combined with other treatments?
Yes. Chemical peels can work particularly well within a broader treatment plan alongside modalities such as Laser Genesis, targeted pigment laser and microneedling.
They may be alternated rather than performed at the same appointment, depending on the peel and treatment intensity. Appropriate spacing is important to avoid unnecessary inflammation and allow the skin adequate time to recover.
What should I avoid after a chemical peel?
Aftercare depends on the peel, but the priority is always to protect the newly treated skin and allow it to recover without unnecessary interference.
This generally means temporarily avoiding retinoids, exfoliating acids, scrubs and other irritating actives, along with excessive heat, strenuous exercise, swimming and direct sun exposure where advised.
Any flaking or peeling should be allowed to shed naturally — never picked, scrubbed or manually removed. Diligent SPF 50 and sun protection are essential.
Who shouldn't have an Advanced Chemical Peel?
Treatment may need to be modified, postponed or avoided with active infection or cold sores, open wounds, significant barrier impairment, sunburn or recent excessive UV exposure, or active flares of inflammatory skin conditions such as dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis or rosacea.
Certain medications, allergies, medical conditions, recent procedures and impaired wound healing may also affect suitability.
Client suitability will always be assessed prior to treatment, and the skin must be appropriately prepared and healthy enough for the level of correction being considered.
Are Advanced Chemical Peels pregnancy safe?
Generally no.
What should I know before booking?
The most important thing is that a stronger peel isn't automatically a better peel.
Corrective peeling requires good judgement: understanding what is driving the concern, selecting the appropriate chemistry and depth, preparing the skin where necessary and knowing when not to treat.
You don't need to decide which acid, strength or peel you need before arriving. That decision is made after assessing your skin and understanding what we are trying to change.
