Skin Care Frequently Asked Questions

Chemical Peel
Q: Will a chemical peel hurt?
A: In general, a patient will experience mild tingling or burning sensations where the chemical peel was applied. For deep peels, a painkiller will need to be administered.

Q: How long will I take to recover after a chemical peel?
A: Depending on the intensity of the treatment, recovery could take only a few days of tenderness up to bandages that will need to be changed. You can discuss the treatment options and the healing process at your consultation.

Q: Will I be able to wear makeup on the area that was recently chemical peeled?
A: It depends on the depth of the peel. For the deeper peels that skin will be quite tender and makeup may aggravate the area. For the lighter peels, makeup will be able to be applied after a day or two.

Microdermabrasion
Q: Do microdermabrasions hurt?
A: No, in fact, most patients find the tingling sensation pleasant.

Q: How long does a microdermabrasion treatment take to complete?
A: It depends on the placement and size of the area treated. Larger areas and more delicate parts of the body will take longer.

Q: How long will the benefits last?
A: Generally our clients feel that they would like to have the procedure repeated three months after the initial treatment.

Q: Will the areas treated by microdermabrasion be susceptible to sunburns?
A: No, since so little skin is removed during the treatment the area is not really anymore tender that the rest of your skin.

Facials
Q: How long do the facials take?
A: The time that a facial takes varies on the complexity and customization of the facial. Generally, you should allow one hour to one and one half hours; when you make the appointment, you will be advised specifically how much time to allow.

Q: How are they customized for the customer?
A: That depends. The customization is determined during a consultation with the doctor and what is right for you. The aesthetician has a varity of products and treatments for different type of skin conditions and for recovery from surgery. Facials can be part of a complete regimen of skin care to meet your particular needs.