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EXFOLIATIONS

 

TYPES OF EXFOLIANTS

Exfoliants can be mechanical, such as microdermabrasion, skin scrubber, micro-beads, or scrubs, or they can be chemical exfoliants, such as chemical solutions, gels or creams, or enzymes.

BENEFITS

Exfoliants:

  • Dissolve dirt, unclog pores

  • Remove dead skin cells

  • Promote skin cell turn over and stimulate new growth.

  • Trigger fibroblasts and other cell reactions to stimulate and promote collagen and elastin production

  • Soften fine lines,

  • Re-texture rough skin

  • Smooth skin

  • Balance uneven skin tone

  • Brighten skin

  • Repair sun damaged skin, lighten dark spots and pigmentation.

  • Help reduce acne,

  • Restoration and rebalane skin  

 

HOW OFTEN CAN EXFOLIANTS BE USED

Depending on the exfoliant...

At-home exfoliants can be done 1-2 times per week

Some mild peels can be 2 times per week

Stronger peels can be done once a month depending on the peel type and strength

 

SIDE EFFECTS OR DOWNTIME

Downtime varies from no-downtime at all to 5-7-10 days depending on the exfoliation.  Mild exfoliations may cause some dryness, and flaking.  Others may cause flaking and peeling.  All exfoliations make the skin a bit more sensitive to the sun. Skin must be protected with appropriate sun protection at all times.


 

ATTENTION!

PLEASE READ. THIS APPLIES TO ALL EXFOLIATION SERVICES.

NO CHEMICAL PEEL SERVICES WILL BE PROVIDED IF YOU

  • ARE PREGNANT

  • ARE USING ACCUTANE

  • ARE USING PRODUCTS SUCH AS RETIN-A, RETINOIDS, ACNE MEDICATIONS AND OTHER ACTIVE TOPICALS WITHIN 5-7 DAYS

  • HAVE COMPROMISED OR IRRITATED SKIN

  • HAVE TANNED OR BURNED SKIN

  • ARE A PICKER

 

PREPARING FOR YOUR APPOINTMENT

  • Stop using active for 5-7 day.  Active are anything that makes your skin sensitive, but specificallly ingredients in your skincare products:

    • Glycolic Acid

    • Salicylic Acid

    • Vitamin A

    • Retinols

    • Retinals

    • Accutane

    • others, contact us if you are unsure.

 

  • Bring with you all of your products that you use, or know the ingredients in your products.

WHAT TO EXPECT AT YOUR APPOINTMENT

  • Thorough skin analysis

  • Honest professional feedback

  • You will know all of your options​​

  • Deep pore cleansing and skin prepping

  • Customized Chemical Peel for your specific skin condition and concerns

  • Extractions if appropriate

  • No pressure product recommendations

  • Skincare program suggestions to achieve your goals

 

 

FIRST-TIME CHEMICAL PEEL CLIENT - BOOK THIS SERVICE

CONSULTATION AND PEEL

$150
​​This is the best place to start if you have never had a chemical or never has a chemical peel with us or if you are starting an anti-aging skin journey.

TRADITIONAL CHEMICAL PEELS

$125-$150 Face

$185 Back

Not recommended for sensitive skin

ENVIRON COOL PEELS

Can be done weekly! No down time!

$125  a la carte (30 minutes)

$165 with Facial (60 minutes)

$210 with Advanced Facial and other modalities included (90 minutes)

Gently correct and transform your skin at the cellular level. Cool Peels drive vital nutrients into the skin while triggering fibroblasts and other cell reactions for noticeable skin restoration. Cool Peels are best 1-2 times per week for 6-12 weeks, (performed weekly or bi-weekly) and will not make the skin as sensitive or vulnerable.
  • No downtime

  • Minimal to no discomfort

  • Designed for all skin types

  • Tightening effect

  • Plumping effect

  • Hydrating

  • Revitalizes dry, tired-looking skin

  • Reduces the appearance of premature aging, fine lines, sun-damage and uneven skin complexion

ADVANCED CHEMICAL SOLUTION

$275

You can now have peels throughout the year, including Summer!  This Minimal-to-NO-peeling Peel has the perfect formulation of acids, antioxidants and moisturizing agents that provides the delivery of actives without damaging the surface of the skin.  Because of it's effective, yet gentle action, it can be performed once per week or longer in a series.

ABOUT THIS SERVICE:

  • ALL SKIN TYPES - EVEN SENSITIVE

  • ALL SKIN TONES

  • YEAR-ROUND

  • No downtime

  • Minimal to no peeling

  • Immediate results are visibly brighter, more even skin tone

  • Perfect prior to an event

  • This service is sun-friendly so now you can manage your skin concerns year-round

  • TCA, antioxidants, and moisturizing agents

  • Smoother, dewy-looking skin

LA BRIGHTENING 

$145 LA Brightening Therapy - a la carte

$165 LA Brightening with Facial

$210 LA Brightening with Advanced Facial

Brightens and gives luminosity to the skin. Resurfaces skin and increases hydration. Ideal for dull, pigmented, or sallow skin. May experience some mild dryness or flaking that will rebalance the skin within just a few days. Best when done in a series of 3-6 sessions, 1-2 weeks apart.​​  Immediate results.

  • ALL SKIN TYPES

  • NOTICEABLE RESULTS!

  • Glowing skin

  • Resurfacing and Brightening

  • Address sun damage

  • For dull, sallow or sun damaged skin

  • For hyperpiguentaion or uneven skin tone

 

MICRO-GLYCO

$120

Crystal and particle-free exfoliation that re-textures the skin, reduces rough skin and dryness. Glycolic acid is a superficial solution that helps remove dry dead skin cells while smoothing and brightening the skin.

  • Improved hydration

  • No downtime

  • May experience a temporary rosiness to the the skin

  • Not recommended for rosacea skin 

MICRODERMABRASION

$90

Refresh skin! Resurfaces the skin by removing dry dead skin cells.  Smooth skin texture and reduces the appearance of pore size.
  • Skin resurfacing

  • Removes dry, flaky skin

  • Provides a smoother texture

  • Better product absorption

  • Improved hydration

  • No downtime

  • NOT RECOMMENDED FOR SENSITIVE SKIN, OR SKIN WITH BROKEN CAPILLARIES

GLYCO PEEL

$90

Chemical exfoliation that refines the surface of the skin.  Resulting in baby-soft skin. When done in a series, helps to brighten complexion. No down time.

  • Skin resurfacing

  • Removes dry, flaky skin

  • Provides a smoother texture

  • Better product absorption

  • Improved hydration

  • No downtime

  • May experience a temporary rosiness to the the skin

  • NOT RECOMMENDED FOR SENSITIVE SKIN

 

SKINCARE STUDIO 

SkinHappy

Located inside of
Carolina Family Acupuncture

1622 E. North St., Suite 4
Greenville, SC

708-268-9412

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