Chemical Peels Arlington VA | Gainesville VA

We offer chemical peels at The Spa Clinic, which serves the residents of Washington, DC, Arlington, Alexandria, Gainesville and surrounding areas of Northern Virginia.

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About Chemical Peels

Though the term “chemical peel” may sound abrasive, it’s really not. Actually, a chemical peel simply refers to the types of chemical treatments used to exfoliate and invigorate the skin, making it appear flawless and radiant.

There are many people who would like to enhance their skin’s appearance or eliminate unsightly blemishes and damage caused by the sun, medical treatments or even aging, but would rather not undergo surgery or a traditional facelift. A chemical peel may be the right solution. Before proceeding with any type of treatment, however, it is important to first consult with the right physician who can evaluate your needs and prescribe the right types of treatment.

How a Chemical Peel Works

A chemical peel employs the use of a chemical solution, most likely a type of acid, which will essentially peel away the top layers of the epidermis. This will aid in improving conditions such as acne, wrinkles, blemishes or uneven pigmentation and leave skin feeling rejuvenated and clean.

Chemical peels have been used for many years and only continue to grow in popularity, mainly due to the improvement in the skin’s texture following treatment. The Spa Clinic offers two types of chemical peels to meet the needs of its patients:

Lactic Acid Peel – This type of peel uses acidic creams and gels instead of acid solutions and preserves as much of the epidermis as possible. These peels are designed to maintain the skin’s unique design while also increasing the quantity of collagen in the skin to add volume. Lactic acid peels are effective at treatment skin that is especially acne and redness prone and exhibits fine lines and wrinkles. This peel, which is ideal for use on both men and women, also helps to heal skin damaged by the sun.

Lactic acid peels, which are applied cool so there is no burning sensation, require about six to eight treatments, each lasting about 60 to 90 minutes, for maximum results. There is no downtime, and makeup can be applied immediately after treatment. Patients may experience a mild redness following the procedure, and one to three days later, may notice mild to moderate skin peeling.

TCA Peel – A trichloroacetic acid, or TCA, peel, is considered a medium-depth peel because they reach slightly deeper into the skin and generally produce stronger results. TCA peels are ideal for most skin types.

TCA peels are considered a skin-resurfacing treatment as it removes dead skin cells and uncover a new layer of skin, enhancing the patient’s overall facial appearance. It softens fine lines and diminishes age spots, acne scars and other skin discolorations. It also can improve tone and texture of the skin.

More than one TCA peel treatment may be recommended, depending on the patient’s goals for their skin’s appearance, and treatment sessions are generally scheduled two to three months apart. To increase this peel’s effectiveness, it may be combined with another skin-enhancing treatment, such as microdermabrasion.

Our Chemical Peel Services

To help our patients obtain the most benefits out of their skin care regimen, we offer the following services, during which they can comfortably sit back and relax:

A 30 minute Revitalizing Peel: This custom peel is gentle enough for all skin types, yet offers targeted treatment for fine lines, breakouts and dryness. Best results are achieved when done in a series of six. Cost: $80.00

A 50 minute Revitalizing Peel with Vitamin Infused Mask: This custom treatment starts with a cool Revitalizing Peel to target fine lines, breakouts and dryness and is followed by a soothing vitamin infused mask. Cost: $120.00

How Much Do Chemical Peels Cost?

We offer competitive pricing for all of our services performed at the clinic. At your consultation we will provide you with an estimate to fit your budget. The Spa Clinic works with CareCredit® to provide financing options for patients. Within a few hours, you can be pre-approved for your cosmetic procedure.

Our clinic specializes in skin rejuvenation; visit our other facial treatments pages including medical facial, Obagi® Blue Peel Radiance™ and microdermabrasion.

At The Spa Clinic, we specialize in cosmetic surgery and non-surgical cosmetic procedures, skin rejuvenation, and laser treatments that achieve youthful and natural results for the residents of Washington DC, Arlington, Alexandria, Gainesville, and surrounding areas of Northern Virginia.