Obagi Blue Peel RADIANCE

DO: Drink plenty of water to keep the skin hydrated. Apply sunscreen with an SPF of factor 30-50 daily. Attend your appointment make up free where possible. DO NOT: Use any form of exfoliants and/or any other products that may be drying or irritating to the skin for 48 hours pre-treatment. The specific use of gentle products will be advised during your appointment. Receive botox or facial fillers for 14 days prior to treatment. Use sun tanning beds for 48-72 hours prior to treatment (we recommend this indefinitely). Undertake Laser hair removal, Waxing, Electrolysis and Microdermabrasion 5-7 days pre-treatment. Pre and post care will be discussed at your consultation appointment verbally and confirmed via email before and after your appointment.

DO: Drink plenty of water to keep the skin hydrated. Apply sunscreen with an SPF of a factor 30 minimum daily. Keep makeup to a minimum for 12 hours. If necessary, use mineral or vitamin-enriched makeup. DO NOT: Use sun tanning beds for seven days prior to treatment (we recommend this indefinitely). Wash the skin for 6-8 hours post-treatment. Continue only with a gentle and hydrating cleanser and moisturiser 24 post-treatment. You may continue your regular skincare regime after 24 hours other than the below. Use any form of exfoliants and/or any other products that may be drying or irritating to the skin for 72 hours post-treatment. The specific use of gentle products will be advised during your appointment. Expose your skin to direct sunlight, use saunas, steam room, very hot baths/showers for 48 hours. Undertake further skincare treatments for 4-6 weeks (this will be advised during treatment) Undertake Laser Hair Removal, Waxing, Electrolysis and Microdermabrasion 7-14 days post-treatment. Undertake vigorous exercise or activity that will cause excessive sweating for 24-48 hours post-treatment. Post-treatment symptoms may include Erythema (redness of the skin), flushing, peeling, dryness, irritation, tightness, itching, tenderness, Slight stinging and swelling. Any effects typically resolve within 24/48 hours. In the case of a peel on occasion, these symptoms may continue for up to 7 days. Pre and post care will be discussed at your consultation appointment verbally and confirmed via email before and after your appointment.

This treatment starts from £65.

Between 30-45 minutes.

The active ingredient in this peel is Salicylic Acid. Salicylic acid is an oil-soluble ingredient, which means it will get deep into your pores, clean them out and improve your overall complexion. Every spot starts with a comedone (blackhead). This peel is so effective, especially at treating acne, because it tackles the problem at its origin. By starving its fuel, this peel removes comedones, deep-cleanses pores, and provides an anti-bacterial action. Obagi has created the Obagi Radiance Peel to decongest, brighten, and smooth the skin's texture. It contains 20% Salicylic Acid, 2% Glycolic Acid and 2% Lactic Acid.

Common side effects include: transient burning, irritation and erythema. Very rare side effects include: scarring, post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH) and infection.

For best results, a peel is recommended every 2-4 weeks for an entire 4-6 peels series.

Not in the first six weeks (Reactive Phase). You can have a peel after this, but you must stop using Exfoderm, Tretinoin/Blend 3 days prior.

Yes, but stop using Exfoliating day lotion three days before the peel due to the Glycolic and Lactic acid content.

You can have a Blue Peel RADIANCE peel when using CLENZIderm. Stop the use of “active” products three days before the peel. This includes all three products in the system. Standard protocol can resume 48 hours after application if your skin can tolerate it.