BHA-22 Peel - 30ml

BHA is lipid (oil) soluble. This means that BHA is better able to penetrate into the pore which contains sebum and exfoliate the dead skin cells.

Unique characteristics: Salicylic Acid Peel is also known as a Beta Hydroxy Acid peel or BHA originally derived from the willow bark. The primary difference from a Alpha Hydroxy acid is the positioning of the hydroxy group resulting in its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory action making it suitable for oily and problem skins. Salicylic Acid is the only known BHA. It works as an exfoliant to slough off dead skin cells to make room for the re-growth of new skin. BHA is lipid (oil) soluble. This means that BHA is better able to penetrate into the pore which contains sebum and exfoliate the dead skin cells. As a result, BHA is better used on oily skin with comedones and millias. Beta hydroxy acids are highly keratolytic and comedolytic. Keratolytics are compounds that break down the outer layers of the skin and can decrease the thickness. Comedolytic is the term used to describe a product that inhibits the formation of comedones, blemishes that form when sebum and skin cells become trapped in the pores of the skin.

Reducing moderate acne papules & pustules

Small scars

Moderate hyper pigmentation

Inflammation

Solar damage

The BHA-22 Peel may result in a mild to moderate peel experience. BHA-22 peel is applied in a single layer and timed from 3 -10 minutes and redness is evident, and hotspots may be felt. Rinse of the peel well with Duo Purifier and cool water to make client feel more comfortable however stinging may be felt for up to an hour after treatment.The skin may have a veil of salicylate that can be removed and is not to be confused with frosting which cannot be removed. Skin numbness is also a normal sensory occurrence.

Clinical end points: BHA peels remove a uniform layer of skin cells from the epidermis and works within the sebaceous filled pores. Because peels accelerate you cell turnover, it is normal to have a purging phase when you first start treating the skin. During this beginning stage you can notice things such as breakouts Keep it hydrated. The more your skin is hydrated, the faster it’s going to heal. Applying Vita B Balance Booster all over your face morning and evening. Not only will it help to speed up your recovery, but it will also soothe your skin so that it doesn’t feel so irritated.

What to expect after peel: Recovering from the BHA-22 peel can take as little as 48 hours for mild treatments or up to seven days for stronger treatments. After a mild BHA peel, your skin will look brighter right away. Your skin may have a pink flush at first, but this will soon disappear. The skin may purge, and a breakout may occur this is not uncommon treat with gentle products such as the Vita B Balance Booster.