There’s no better time than the winter months to try more intense skin treatments like lasers and chemical peels. There’s less UV exposure in the winter so skin has a chance to heal from treatments without you suffering sunburns or FOMO from staying indoors while your skin recovers.
Chemical peels are very effective for skin issues like acne, hyperpigmentation and signs of aging. During the procedure, a chemical solution is applied to the skin and closely monitored by the pro who’s doing your peel so it’s on for the appropriate length of time. Post-treatment, there may be some redness, peeling and mild discomfort, which typically goes away in a few days to a week. Chemical peels improve skin’s texture and appearance and are amazing for reducing discolorations and evening out skin tone.
After the chemical peel, it’s very important to stick with your prescribed post-peel skincare regimen: gentle cleansing, moisturizing, and healing salves as determined by your derm. And we’ll say it again: Use sunscreen! There’s no point in doing a treatment like a chemical peel to then go unprotected in the sun. Don’t waste your time and money if you can’t follow this rule.