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Chemical Peel

£80–£250

Exfoliate dull skin, fade pigmentation, and reveal a smoother, more even complexion with a customised professional peel.

Duration 30–45 min
Downtime 0–7 days
Results in 3–7 days
Longevity Builds with regular sessions
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Skin Rejuvenation · Brightening · Exfoliating · Variable Downtime
About

What Is a Chemical Peel?

A chemical peel is a skin treatment that uses acids to exfoliate the outer layers of dead or damaged skin. This encourages cell turnover, clears congestion, and helps fade pigmentation. Peels range from mild to medium-depth and can be tailored to your skin type and concerns.

Common treatment goals:

  • Dull or uneven skin tone
  • Hyperpigmentation or melasma
  • Acne and congestion
  • Fine lines
  • Sun damage
Process

What to Expect

The practitioner applies a chemical solution (such as glycolic, lactic, salicylic, or TCA) to clean skin. You may feel tingling or heat as it activates. The peel is either neutralised and removed, or left to self-neutralise depending on the formula. Some peels result in light flaking, while stronger ones may cause visible shedding.

Treatment time

30–45 minutes

Pain level

Mild — tingling or heat is normal

Downtime

0–7 days depending on peel depth
(may include flaking, tightness, or redness)

When results appear

3–7 days

Full results

After 1–3 sessions
(deeper results with repeated treatments)

Longevity

Skin looks clearer and more even with regular use
(every 4–6 weeks)

Look and feel

Smoother, brighter, more even skin tone
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Is It Right for Me?

This treatment may be suitable if

  • Your skin looks dull, tired, or uneven
  • You’re targeting pigmentation, acne, or fine lines
  • You want clearer, smoother skin with visible results
  • You're open to mild flaking or downtime depending on the peel
care

Pre-Care & Aftercare

Before your appointment

  • Avoid retinoids, acids, exfoliants, and waxing for 5–7 days
  • Avoid sun exposure and tanning for 1 week
  • Tell your practitioner if you're on any acne medication

After your appointment

  • Avoid heat, sweating, or active products for 2–5 days
  • Do not pick or peel flaking skin
  • Keep skin moisturised and wear broad-spectrum SPF daily
  • Avoid other facial treatments until skin fully recovers
reviews

What People Are Saying

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I noticed my skin tone looked more even and fresh after just one peel. The flaking was minimal and worth it.

Amelia, London

James, Bristol-0-starJames, Bristol-1-starJames, Bristol-2-starJames, Bristol-3-starJames, Bristol-4-star

I had some post-acne marks and congestion — the peel really helped clear it up over a few sessions.

James, Bristol

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faqs

Yes. When performed by a trained professional, chemical peels are safe and effective. Stronger peels require more downtime but are still non-invasive.

It depends on the type of peel. Light peels may cause no visible peeling, while medium peels can result in 3–5 days of flaking.

Most people benefit from a course of 3–6 peels spaced 4–6 weeks apart. Maintenance peels can be done every few months.

In most cases, yes — but not at the same appointment. Always follow your practitioner’s guidance on timing with other treatments like microneedling or LED therapy.

Light peels target the top layer of skin with little to no downtime. Medium peels reach deeper and often involve visible shedding, but offer more dramatic results.

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