Here at Cotswold Surgical Partners in Royal Wootton Bassett near Swindon, we offer a range of professional in clinic AlumierMD chemical peels & facial skin care treatments that can be used alongside AlumierMD medical-grade home skincare products for optimal skin health. Whether you are looking to increase radiance, reduce the signs of ageing or to manage an underlying skin condition such as acne or rosacea we can help you.
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Chemical Peels
AlumierMD chemical peels are the next generation of clinical exfoliation. This unique experience includes an exfoliating peel treatment, brightening enhancement followed by prescriptive targets serums with reveal a more radiant, soft and luminous skin.
A chemical peel is a treatment used to improve skin texture and tone. An acid is applied to skin to lower the pH, which loosens the connections between dead skin cells, inducing exfoliation and stimulating new cell growth. This process causes superficial layers of dead skin to peel off, revealing a smoother and more radiant complexion. Chemical peels can also thicken the epidermis, increase dermal volume and stimulate collagen. Chemical peels have been used dating back to Ancient Egypt. Cleopatra used sour milk to improve the appearance of her skin, according to some sources. Lactic acid (an alpha hydroxy acid) is the active ingredient in sour milk.
All professional peels include a Post Procedure Prescription Kit to take away to ensure that skin repairs beautifully and stays protected at all times. Post procedure prescription contains a weeks treatment of SensiCalm Cleanser, Recovery Balm, Sheer Hydration SPF40.
We can consult and treat on the same day if you wish to proceed and have confirmed a 1 hour appointment. There are different options (shown below) for differing skin conditions and types, so we can actively target your concerns.
To book your skin care consultation and chemical peel today, click here to access our handy online diary.
Treatment summary
| Procedure time | 45-60 minutes |
| Recovery time | No real downtime. Depending upon peel chosen, there may be some redness for up to 24 hours. |
| Results | Visible from 48-72 hours. |
| Recommended number of sessions | 3 |
| Risks | May cause some temporary redness, soreness or swelling. |
Our AlumierMD Chemical peels work by deeply exfoliating the surface layers of skin forcing your body to quickly replenish it with new cells. When peels are performed regularly, the skin gets used to this process and begins to rejuvenate itself. To be sure that the body doesn’t react to this deep exfoliation as it would to trauma, which can lead to pigment changes, exfoliation must is introduced gradually giving the skin time to adjust. So you get multiple treatments in one treatment.
“Beautiful skin doesn’t happen overnight. A single chemical peel can provide the immediate effect of bright and radiant skin. However, more significant results in treating textural issues, fine lines and inflamed acne take time”.
Kelly Cox, Advanced Aesthetic Nurse Prescriber (RGN)
Our full skin care treatment menu is available here
Chemical Peel Treatment Menu
We believe in repeated chemical peels treatments for progressive and gradual results, and to avoid the side effects and downtime associated with deeper peels. Chemical peels work by deeply exfoliating the surface layers of skin forcing your body to quickly replenish it with new cells. When peels are performed regularly, the skin gets used to this process and begins to rejuvenate itself like younger skin.
Radiant 20/10
A combined AHA (20% lactic acid) and BHA (10% salicylic acid) medical grade chemical peel. It will improve skin tone and texture by exfoliating dead skin cells and speeding up cell turnover. This chemical peel will target acne pimples, fine lines and wrinkles and, congestion and sun damage.
- Acne
- Hyperpigmentation
- Uneven skin tone
- Congestion
- Open pores and oiliness
Radiant 30
An AHA (30 % Lactic acid) medical grade peel. Lactic acid exfoliates dead skin cells, hydrates and brightens the skin. It will increase cell turnover and resurface the skin resulting in a radiant complexion.
- Hyperpigmentation
- Uneven skin tone
- Dull skin
- Lines & wrinkles
Glow Peel
A highly effective and gentle fruit enzyme solution. It exfoliates dead skin cells, promotes skin renewal whilst brightening the surface of the skin, minimizing the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and pigmentation.
Detox Clear
Detox Clear contains 2% salicylic acid and 4% lactic acid excellent for pore penetration and exfoliation. They work together to exfoliate and hydrate, minimising excess oil, reduce acne and prevent more pimples from forming.
- Acne
- Congestion
Vitamin A Boost
A potent and pure retinol and lactic acid treatment. It reduces the appearance of fine lines, wrinkle and hyperpigmentation by boosting collagen production and this creates a smoother, even tone complexion.
- Acne
- Hyperpigmentation
- Ageing
Dermaplaning addition to peel or mask
Dermaplaning is a safe and effective treatment that includes a full exfoliation of the skin, removing vellus hair (peach fuzz) and dead skin cells. Benefits include better absorption of skincare products, an instant glow and better application of makeup.
How can chemical peels benefit the skin
Chemical peels improve skin texture and firmness, decreasing fine lines and wrinkles. Peels also even out skin tone, improve acne-prone skin and reduce pore size appearance.
How are chemical peels classified
Chemical peels are classified as superficial, medium or deep, depending on the depth of penetration of the ingredients used. Superficial peels exfoliate to various levels of the epidermis. Medium-depth peels treat through the papillary dermis and deep peels to the mid-reticular dermis. The strength of a chemical peel is determined by the type of ingredients used, their concentrations and the pH of the formulation.
How do superficial chemical peels work
Superficial chemical peels decrease the pH, which loosens the connections between dead skin cells, inducing exfoliation and stimulating new cell growth. This process causes superficial layers of dead skin to peel off, revealing a smoother and more radiant complexion. Chemical peels can also thicken the epidermis, increase dermal volume and stimulate collagen. Superficial peels rarely cause side effects. However, hyper-pigmentation can still occur with darker skin types.
How do medium and deep chemical peels work
Medium and deep chemical peels cause protein coagulation and cell necrosis (cell death) in the epidermis and dermis. This induces inflammation and the wound-healing cascade, which leads to dermal regeneration including collagen stimulation. Since medium and deep chemical peels treat through to the dermis, re-epithelialization starts from the epidermal lining of hair follicles outwards.
Medium and deep chemical peels require more downtime and carry with them a higher chance of side effects including hyper-pigmentation, hypo-pigmentation, infection and scars.
Treatment areas
Chemical peels are usually performed on the face, but may also be used on the neck, decollete, back and hands.
What do AlumierMD chemical peels consist of?
We offer a selection of superficial to medium depth peels known for their excellent results and safety profile. When peels are performed regularly, the skin gets used to this process and begins to rejuvenate itself like younger skin. To be sure that the body doesn’t react to this deep exfoliation as it would to trauma, which can lead to pigment changes, exfoliation must be introduced gradually giving the skin time to adjust. Our medical professional will create a personalised program that combines professional treatments with home care products since they work synergistically to improve the health and beauty of skin. Pre-treatment products precondition the skin, accelerate results and minimise complications. Post-treatment products minimise complications, soothe the skin and then maintain the results. Professional treatments enhance the results of your home care products.
Face mask treatments
AlumierMD masks use highly performing, elegantly formulated the correct molecular weight to penetrate the skin in order to cleanse, exfoliate, brighten and hydrate the skin. These are a great introduction to the power of AlumierMD and ideal for skin that is not quite ready for a chemical peel.
To book your skin care consultation and chemical peel today, click here to access our handy online diary.
Enzyme Retexturing Mask
A highly effective and gentle fruit enzyme solution. It exfoliates dead skin cells, promotes skin renewal whilst brightening the surface of the skin, minimizing the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and pigmentation.
Refining Clay Mask
A unique blend of clay and exfoliating ingredients removes trapped oil and dirt whilst promoting skin renewal. The result is a reduction in the appearance of blemishes and excess oil, whilst soothing and maintaining hydration.
Dermaplaning addition to peel or mask
Dermaplaning is a safe and effective treatment that includes a full exfoliation of the skin, removing vellus hair (peach fuzz) and dead skin cells. Benefits include better absorption of skincare products, an instant glow and better application of makeup.
Consultations
A Skin Consultation is required to discuss skin type, products and treatments, before any peel or mask treatment can be booked or can commence. The cost for this is redeemable against the chosen treatment.
Our AlumierMD medical professional will complete a thorough skin analysis and recommend an individualised treatment program to address your skin concerns. We will create a personalised program that combines professional treatments with home care products since they work synergistically to improve the health and beauty of skin. With any peel treatment you would also receive a free post prescription treatment kit to ensure you get maximum effects from your treatment.
Depending upon your skin condition, or type, we can highlight what treatment would support you the most and design you a skin care regime using active products for home use, and in-clinic procedures.
This is such an important visit, as we can explore and discuss your skin type, your concerns and expectations and put together a tailored plan just for you.
To book your skin care consultation and chemical peel today, click here to access our handy online diary.
You can read more about the AlumierMD formulation philosophy here.
We are at 13 Interface Business Park, Royal Wootton Bassett, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN4 8SY.
Save Face Accredited
We don’t believe in taking chances and nor should you, especially when it comes to your health and appearance. We believe that excellent patient care, high standards of practice, knowledge and training go hand in hand with delivering great aesthetic outcomes. We ensure that you don’t compromise on either.
That is why we are an accredited Save Face clinic and our qualified Aesthetic Nurse is also an accredited practitioner.
