SkinMedica offers two innovative, non-invasive peels, both unique breakthrough formulations of mild acids that provide a consistent and effective peel, with little to no downtime and predictable results for all skin types.
Vitalize Peel helps fight the effects of time, sun damage, and environmental assaults. This powerful yet non-damaging peel can take years off aging skin.
BENEFITS:
Very superficial peel requires little to no downtime for the patient
The only superficial peel suitable for all skin types I-VI
Self-neutralizing formula is easy to use
Special formulation includes a unique blend of peeling agents: alpha-hydroxy acids, beta-hydroxy acids, resorcinol, and retinoic acid (obtained by physician)
Results are predictable and noticeable after just one peel
Dramatic results are seen after a series of peels
CONTENT:
SEE THE DRAMATIC RESULTS: CLINICALLY PROVEN ON PHOTODAMAGED SKIN Condition: Photoaging Treatment: In a clinical study of 10 patients, each underwent a series of three
Vitalize Peels at three, six, and nine weeks.
In pre- and post-treatment biopsies, an average 50 percent increase in Grenz-zone
collagen and an average 22 percent increase in epidermal thickening was noted.
Visibly improves the appearance of scarring and hyperpigmentation resulting from inflammatory acne. WORKS ON ACNE-AFFECTED SKIN Condition: Fine lines, inflammatory acne, hyperpigmentation History: Minocycline hydrochloride, Ortho Tri-Cyclen®, azelaic acid cream, 4% hydroquinone Treatment: Six Vitalize Peels at three-week intervals, Ortho Tri-Cyclen®, azelaic acid cream, benzoyl
FOR ACNE-RELATED HYPERPIGMENTATION
Noticeable improvement after one peel
Patients experience the cumulative benefits of a series of peels with Vitalize Peel Multi-Paks (six peels)
Obvious improvement in the look of skin texture and tone.
Condition: Severe cystic acne, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, scars History: No prior treatment for acne Treatment: Six Vitalize Peels at two-week intervals, no oral or
topical medications
FOR SUN DAMAGE, MELASMA/SEVERE HYPERPIGMENTATION
Diminishes the appearance of age spots and freckles
When used in combination with hydroquinone, dramatically improves the treatment of hyperpigmentation
Noticeable reduction in the appearance of hyperpigmentation with a series of peels
Condition: Hyperpigmentation on forehead History: AHA peels, BHA peels, 4% hydroquinone Treatment: Three Vitalize Peels at three-week intervals. 4% hydroquinone
Sunburn alert: This product contains an alpha -hydroxy acid (AHA) that may
increase skin's sensitivity to sunburn. Use a sunscreen and limit sun exposure
while using this product and for a week following cessation of use. As with any
skin care program, use of a sunscreen is strongly recommended.
A note to the viewer: The products described on this webpage meet the FDA's definition of a cosmetic product and are intended to clean, beautify, promote attractiveness or alter your appearance. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products are not intended to be drug products that diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease or condition