Chemical Peels
The Chemistry of Beauty
Why Choose The Spa at MidAmerica Plastic Surgery for Custom Peels?
At MidAmerica Plastic Surgery & Medical Spa in Glen Carbon, we offer an assortment of medical-grade chemical peels for our patients from Maryville, Edwardsville, and the St. Louis area who want to improve the appearance and texture of their skin.
The Power of Chemical Peels
What are custom chemical peels?
At MidAmerica Plastic Surgery & Medical Spa in Glen Carbon, IL, we offer bespoke skin rejuvenation with our custom chemical peels. Under the expert guidance of Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Ryan Diederich, these personalized treatments are designed to address your specific skin concerns and goals.
Custom chemical peels go beyond one-size-fits-all solutions. Here's what makes them special:
- Targeted Treatment: Whether you're dealing with fine lines, uneven pigmentation, acne scars, or a combination of issues, your custom peel is crafted to tackle these specific problems.
- Adjustable Strength: We choose your peel to deliver optimal results while considering your skin's sensitivity and your lifestyle needs.
- Comprehensive Approach: Custom peels can be part of a broader skincare strategy, complementing other treatments for synergistic effects.
- Evolving Care: As your skin improves and your needs change, your custom peel can be adjusted to continue delivering optimal results.
By removing damaged and dead layers of the skin, chemical peels can trigger your body’s natural collagen production and cellular renewal, leading to a smoother, more vibrant skin that’s uniquely yours.
Peel and Reveal
Your Custom Chemical Peel Options
Epionce Peels
- Sal-e: Penetrates deep to relieve clogged pores, loosen dead skin cells, and reduce sebum secretion that causes breakouts.
- Mal-e: Creates a more even skin tone and smoother skin texture. Hydrates the skin to minimize wrinkles and fine lines while also adding necessary hydration to the skin.
- Lite Peel Refresh: Improves overall skin clarity and texture by decongesting clogged pores and leaving behind a fresh and hydrated finish.
SkinCeuticals Peels
- 30% Glycolic: Glycolic acid helps to clear pores, smooth fine wrinkles, improve skin tone, fade dark patches and sun damage, and hydrate skin for a more youthful appearance.
- 30% Salicylic: Salicylic acid helps to purify and exfoliate, improving skin health and appearance. It is particularly beneficial for individuals with acne-prone skin, helping the skin shed dead cells from the top layer and decreasing redness and swelling (inflammation). This reduces the number of pimples that form and speeds healing.
- TCA: Good for comedonal acne lesions open (blackheads) and closed (whiteheads).
PCA SKIN Peels
PCA SKIN’s formulation philosophy is to tackle each skin condition with products that combine the newest and most effective ingredients with proven, tried-and-true ingredients to create unparalleled, visible results.
We offer various PCA SKIN chemical peels at our Glen Carbon, IL, med spa to help treat acne, improve sun damage, minimize discoloration, correct skin texture, promote an even skin tone, and improve fine lines and wrinkles.
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Unveil Your Best Skin
What are the benefits of custom chemical peels?
Our licensed aesthetician, Madi Reeves, offers chemical peels that provide many benefits for your skin. Here's how this powerful treatment can enhance your complexion:
VI Peels
VI peels offer a non-invasive way to improve skin texture, reduce fine lines, and enhance overall skin radiance. The process involves applying a chemical solution to the skin, which gently exfoliates the outer layers, revealing smoother, younger-looking skin. Benefits of VI Peels include reduced appearance of acne scars, pigmentation issues, and sun damage. Results can be seen over time with multiple treatments.
Improved Skin Texture
Chemical peels effectively smooth rough, uneven skin texture, leaving you with a softer, more refined complexion. This improvement in texture can make your skin look and feel years younger.
Reduction in Fine Lines and Wrinkles
Chemical peels can significantly diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, particularly around the eyes and mouth, by stimulating collagen production and removing damaged outer layers of skin.
Even Skin Tone
If you're struggling with hyperpigmentation, sun spots, or melasma, chemical peels can help. They work to break up pigmented cells, resulting in a more even, radiant skin tone.
Acne and Scar Management
Chemical peels are excellent for managing active acne and reducing the appearance of acne scars. They unclog pores, reduce oil production, and promote skin cell turnover, leading to clearer skin.
Enhanced Product Absorption
After a chemical peel, your skin becomes more receptive to skincare products. This means the treatments and products our licensed aesthetician, Madi Reeves, recommends will be even more effective.
Customizable Treatment
We have a wide array of chemical peel options to choose from to address your specific skin needs and concerns.
Boost in Confidence
The most significant benefit is how you'll feel. With clearer, smoother, more radiant skin, many patients report a substantial boost in self-confidence.
Long-Lasting Results
While individual results may vary, many patients enjoy the benefits of their chemical peel for several months, especially with proper skincare maintenance.
Minimal Downtime
Depending on the strength of the peel, recovery time can be minimal, allowing you to return to your daily activities quickly.
Cost-Effective Skin Rejuvenation
Chemical peels offer significant improvements in skin quality at a fraction of the cost of more invasive procedures.
Try Our Medical Spa Treatment Planner
With so many treatments, knowing how to address your concerns can be difficult. We created our interactive treatment planner to help! Simply choose a condition you want to treat, and it will give you a list of possible treatment options with links to the details.
Whole-Body Rejuvenation
What areas of the body can custom chemical peels address?
While most commonly applied to the face, neck, and décolletage, chemical peels can also effectively treat hands, arms, legs, and back. This versatility allows for comprehensive skin rejuvenation, addressing concerns like sun damage, uneven texture, active acne, acne scars, and signs of aging across multiple body areas.
Peel Back the Layers
Am I a candidate for custom chemical peels?
Chemical peels at MidAmerica Plastic Surgery & Medical Spa are suitable for many adults and teens seeking skin rejuvenation.
Ideal candidates have concerns such as uneven skin tone, fine lines, mild to moderate scarring, or sun damage. However, individuals with certain skin conditions, active infections, or a history of abnormal skin healing may not be suitable candidates.
During a consultation, we will assess your skin type, medical history, and aesthetic goals to determine if chemical peels are right for you. Expect improved skin texture and tone, with results varying based on the peel's strength and your skin's condition.
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Ryan Diederich
Dr. Diederich is a Southern Illinois native realizing his dream of giving back to the community. He helps patients feel and look their best with his surgical skills and compassionate care.
Chemical Peel
Frequently Asked Questions
Recovery time depends on the depth of your peel. Light peels may have minimal downtime, with redness subsiding within a day. Medium peels typically require 5-7 days of healing. We will provide specific aftercare instructions to ensure optimal healing and results.
The frequency of chemical peels depends on the type of peel and your skin's needs. Light peels can be done monthly, depending on your treatment plan. We will recommend a treatment schedule based on your skin condition and goals.
Chemical peels can significantly improve the appearance of acne scars, especially when combined with other treatments. While they may not completely remove deep scars, they can reduce their visibility by promoting collagen production and evening out skin texture. We may recommend a series of peels or a combination approach for best results.
Chemical peels can be safe for many skin types when performed by a skilled professional like the ones at MidAmerica Plastic Surgery & Medical Spa. We have peels that are safe for all skin types. During your consultation, we'll assess your skin type and customize the treatment to minimize risks and maximize benefits.
Professional chemical peels, like those offered at MidAmerica Plastic Surgery & Medical Spa, use stronger formulations and are performed by trained experts. This allows for deeper penetration and more dramatic results compared to at-home versions. They list their ingredients and have undergone clinical testing to ensure their safety and efficacy. Professional peels also come with personalized aftercare instructions and follow-up to ensure safety and optimal outcomes.
