What is a Chemical Peel?
Chemical peels improve the skin’s texture, even skin tone, and remove minor blemishes by removing the damaged surface layers. Different peels offer different concentrations of acids to address certain skin concerns.
Introduction
Introduction to Chemical Peels
The Carney Center Skin Spa offers a range of peels tailored to your individual goals and desires. Gone are the days of stinging, painful peels. The new generation of chemical peels combines different acids at lower percentages to achieve optimal results without patient discomfort. Chemical peels are a wonderfully quick, safe, and cost-effective way to achieve a more polished and even skin tone by sloughing off unwanted dead skin cells and allowing brand-new, fresh skin to emerge to the surface. Peels will give you the appearance of tighter, brighter skin and small pores! Peels can be performed singularly or in a series for optimal results. Request an appointment today in one of our convenient locations in Virginia Beach or Newport News, VA.
Little to no Downtime
- Hydrallure Peel—this is our “glowy” peel! Made up of 20% lactic and 20% urea, the Hydrallure peel will leave you dewy, hydrated, and brightened for that special night out. There is no visible peeling. It’s great to do it the day before an event. It is perfect for dry, dehydrated skin. *** It is not recommended for sensitive skin.
- Pure Radiance Micro Peel—this is our “retexturizing” peel! Made up of 12% TCA, 12% Salicylic acid, and 12% Azelaic acid, the pure radiance peel helps smooth skin texture, fine lines, and wrinkles, restoring a polished, radiant, and youthful appearance. Minor flaking will occur for 3-4 days. Ideally, it is performed 1 week before an event. *** It is not recommended for all skin types.
- Lumiglow Micro Peel—this is our “brightening” peel! Made up of 10% Salicylic acid, 10% magnesium lactate, and 10% Azelaic acid, the Lumiglow micro peel is a multi-functional peel that helps with uneven skin tone, pigment issues, and fine lines and wrinkles. Minor flaking will occur for 3-4 days. Ideally, it is performed 1 week before an event. *** It is recommended for all skin types.
3-5 Days of Peeling
- Pure Radiance Retexturizing Peel and System—Comprising 17% TCA, 17% salicylic acid, and 17% Azelaic acid, the Pure Radiance peel will retexturize your skin, improving fine lines and wrinkles, reducing pore size, and lightening superficial sun damage. Peeling will occur for 3 to 5 days. A take-home kit with very active ingredients is included with this peel. Patient compliance with the home care kit is crucial to achieving optimal results.
- Lumiglow Brightening Peel and System—Comprising 10% Azelaic acid, 10% Lactic acid, 10% Phytic acid, and 1% Retinoic acid, this is the perfect peel for beautifully improving pigment issues such as melasma and sun damage. Peeling will occur for 3 to 5 days. A take-home kit with very active ingredients is included with this peel. Patient compliance using the home care kit is imperative to achieving maximum results.
*Recommended for all skin types.
7-14 Days of Peeling
- Lumiglow Max Brightening Peel and System—Comprising 20% arbutin and 1% Retinoic acid, this peel is a game changer for patients with moderate to severe pigment issues, such as melasma and sun damage. Peeling will occur for 7-14 days. A take-home kit with very active ingredients is included with this peel. Patient compliance using the home care kit is imperative to achieving maximum results.
*Recommended for all skin types.
What Are the Benefits of a Chemical Peel?
The Carney Center offers chemical peel treatments to patients in Virginia Beach for the following benefits:
- Even skin tone
- Reduction in the appearance of minor skin blemishes, such as acne scarring
- Improved skin texture
- Reduction of melasma or other pigment issues caused by sun damage
- Smoothed out fine lines and wrinkles
Who Are the Best Candidates For a Chemical Peel?
The Carney Center recommends chemical peels to candidates exhibiting some or all of the following characteristics:
- Discoloration or blemishes caused by sun damage
- Acne scarring or other minor skin irregularities
- Uneven or rough skin texture
- Have lighter-toned skin
Some chemical peels may not be as effective or suitable for patients with darker skin tones. To best understand the range of skincare options available to you, please schedule a consultation with The Carney Center.
What’s The First Step?
Please schedule a consultation at The Carney Center Skin Spa in Virginia Beach to determine the best chemical peel for your skin type. Your certified aesthetician will review your medical history and assess your skin type, tone, and texture, as well as any existing skin conditions. They will then make recommendations for the best chemical peel to address your skin care concerns and create a customized treatment plan. You may then schedule your chemical peel treatment with a member of our patient care team.
What to Expect on the Day of a Chemical Peel Treatment
When you are ready to receive your first chemical peel treatment at The Carney Center Skin Spa in Virginia Beach, you will be given protective eyewear to wear for the duration of your treatment. Your aesthetician will then cleanse your skin and apply the chemical solution, taking care to cover any areas of concern discussed during your consultation. Patients may experience a mild stinging sensation as the chemical peel is applied to the skin. When the treatment is complete, the chemical peel will be neutralized, and your skin will be cleansed again to remove any remaining solution. Depending on the extent of your treatment, this procedure may take up to one hour. You may return home the same day.
Chemical Peel Recovery
Depending on the strength of the chemical peel solution, patients may feel mild tenderness or redness following their chemical peel. Please apply an ice pack or aloe vera to soothe the skin. Patients should also avoid sun exposure, as the skin will be more sensitive to sun damage following the chemical peel treatment.
How Much Does a Chemical Peel Cost in Virginia Beach, VA?
The cost of a Chemical Peel in Newport News and Virginia Beach will depend on the type of peel selected, the number of sessions required to deliver optimal results for the patient, and facility fees. Please schedule a consultation to understand the pricing of your individual treatment plan.
The Carney Center is pleased to offer our patients a variety of payment options, including all major credit cards, personal checks, and Care Credit. Financing allows you to start your treatments immediately and pay for them over time with convenient monthly payments that fit easily into your budget. Now, you don’t have to save up for years to get the treatments you’ve always wanted, finally!
Why Choose the Carney Center?
For over 30 years, Dr. Martin J. Carney has been delivering high-quality cosmetic surgery in Hampton Roads. Dr. Carney trained at some of the finest medical universities in the country and is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), the only board recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) to certify plastic surgeons. Additionally, he is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) and a member of both the American Society of Plastic Surgery (ASPS) and the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS).
Dr. Martin J. Carney’s son, Dr. Martin Carney III, is a fourth-generation surgeon. He offers a wide range of aesthetic surgery with a particular focus on the face. He strives for perfection in all aspects of his cosmetic practice to help patients achieve their goals.
Dr. Martin Carney III grew up in Virginia Beach, VA, and returned home to join his father, Dr. Martin J. Carney, in practice and serve the community. After attending high school at Norfolk Academy, he went to Tulane University on an academic scholarship where he graduated Summa Cum Laude. He remained at Tulane University School of Medicine for his medical school, obtaining another academic scholarship.
Following a research fellowship at the prestigious Penn Plastic Surgery program, Dr. Carney III spent six years in an integrated plastic and reconstructive surgery residency at Yale University, a premier training program. There, he learned art techniques in aesthetic surgery.
Dr. Carney III has published over 35 peer-reviewed articles and multiple book chapters, and has presented at national aesthetic and plastic surgery meetings across the country. He serves as a peer reviewer for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Aesthetic Surgery Journal. Staying up to date with the literature, Dr. Carney III brings the newest and most innovative techniques in plastic surgery to his practice.
Dr. Carney and Dr. Carney III have hospital privileges in Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital and Bon Secours Mary Immaculate Hospital. Their father-son practice at The Carney Center ensures patients benefit from institutional knowledge and the latest innovations in plastic surgery.
Chemical Peel FAQ’s
Schedule Your Consultation
If you’re looking for a non-surgical way to restore your skin’s texture, chemical peels may be the solution. To learn more about which chemical peel is best suited for you, please schedule a consultation at The Carney Center by completing our online booking form or calling us at (757) 481-445 in Virginia Beach. We look forward to assisting you on your skin care journey!