Vi Peel (Chemical Peel)
‍Camp Hill, PA

What is a Vi Peel?

A Vi Peel is a medium-depth chemical peel that penetrates your top layer of skin, called the epidermis, reaching into the dermis underneath. It uses a product trademarked by Vitality Institute Medical Products.

Like other chemical peels, a Vi Peel works by exfoliating your skin and stimulating the production of new proteins. The procedure is commonly used to treat signs of aging, improve skin texture, and correct pigmentary issues.

The product used in Vi Peels is made up of a blend of ingredients that include:

• Retinoic Acid (0.1-0.4%) - This powerhouse acid penetrates the skin inhibiting melanin production and increasing cell turnover.
• Trichloroacetic Acid (TCA) (10-12%) - TCA then targets signs of aging by boosting collagen and exfoliating the skin.
• Salicylic Acid (10-12%) - Salicylic Acid prevents inflammation by killing bacteria, suppresses sebum production and cleansing the pores.
• Phenol (10-12%) - This is the secrete weapon that numbs the skin allowing for a painless application.
• Ascorbic Acid (Vit C) (4%) - Finally, the Ascorbic Acid is a powerful antioxidant that reverses free radicals, evens skin tone and helps prevent future damage.

Vi Peels are gentle enough that they can safely be used on your face, chest, eyelids, hands, back, and can be used on all skin types and tones.

Let’s break down everything you need to know about a Vi Peel facial, including how it works, safety information, and potential benefits.

Fine lines and wrinkles

Chemicals peels break down your top layers of skin cells. This breakdown can stimulate your body’s natural healing process and the production of new collagen and elastin.

Collagen and elastin are the two key proteins that give your skin its structure and elasticityTrusted Source. Loss of these proteins contributes to the formation of wrinkles.

Vi Peels and other superficial to medium-depth chemical peels aren’t effective for removing deep wrinkles or sagging skin.

Treating sun spots and discoloration

Chemical peels can potentially help you lighten areas of skin darkened by sun damage or skin conditions like melasma.

One of the key ingredients in Vi Peels is phenol. Phenol is one of the most effective ingredients used in chemical peels for treating freckles and discoloration.

Treating keratosis pilaris

Some of the active ingredients in a Vi Peel, such as salicylic acid, may help break down bumps caused by keratosis pilaris (chicken skin).

Keratosis pilaris is a common condition in which dead skin cells clog hair follicles and produce bumps that resemble the skin of a plucked chicken.

Does Vi Peel treat acne?

A Vi Peel and other light to medium chemical peels are often used to improve acne. A 2018 review of studies concluded that chemical peels are generally well tolerated and potentially effective, but more research is needed to see how to best use chemical peels for acne treatment.

Chemical peels can treat acne in a number of ways, including:

• reducing oil production
• killing bacteria
• reducing inflammation
• breaking down your outer layer of skin
• reducing your number of clogged pores

Salicylic acid, one of the key ingredients in a VI Peel, is also one of the best treatments for acne scars.

How does a Vi Peel treatment work?

A Vi Peel only takes about 30 minutes and is usually painless. It uses a blend of ingredients to break down your top layer of skin and reveal healthy skin underneath.

Your exact procedure may differ slightly, but here’s what you can generally expect:

1. The practitioner will cleanse your skin to remove dirt and oil.
2. They will then apply the Vi Peel solution in two layers.
3. You may experience some numbness or tingling once the first layer is applied.
4. Once the second layer is applied, your skin will “frost,” or turn white.
5. About 4 to 6 hours later, you’ll wash off the peel.
6. Your skin will start peeling about 3 days after the procedure.

How often should you get a Vi Peel?

The frequency that you should get a Vi Peel depends on your budget and the specific skin condition you’re trying to treat.

Wait at least 4 to 6 weeks between treatments to see continuous results.