Obagi Blue Peel
At a glance
Appointment Time
2 hours
Anaesthesia
None
Contraindications
Pregnancy, breast feeding and some skin conditions and medications.
Downtime
1 week - 10 days.
Final Result
Improvements in skin laxity, wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, large pores, comedones, acne scarring.
Brands Used
Obagi
What does it treat?
An OBAGI Blue Peel can effectively improve a wide variety of skin conditions including fine lines and wrinkles, uneven pigmentation, shallow acne scars, sun-damaged skin and freckling.
How does it work?
The Obagi Blue Peel is a superior chemical peel that achieves optimum skin resurfacing by using slow-acting TCA (trichloroacetic acid) to remove dead skin cells and stimulate the production of new ones. The Obagi Blue Peel is considered a “medium depth” facial peel because it is stronger than the popular Glycolic Acid Peel and requires less recovery time than a full Laser Resurfacing, therefore falling in-between the two treatments with respect to results and recovery time.
The Obagi skin care system can transform your skin by improving the appearance of blemishes, age spots, wrinkles, and scars. This treatment exfoliates layers of dead skin cells to reveal the healthy cells beneath. It promotes and restores healthy skin and can remove many of the sun damage spots and fine lines.
Skin preparation with the full Nuderm system for at least 12 weeks is mandatory. A post procedure protocol must be followed. Ongoing skin treatment recommended by your clinician needs to be planned for to optimise your results.
Who will perform the treatment?
Rebecca, our certified aesthetic nurse prescriber with over 18 years experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blue Peel?
The Obagi Blue Peel is a superior chemical peel that achieves optimum skin resurfacing by using slow-acting TCA (trichloroacetic acid) to remove dead skin cells and stimulate the production of new ones. The Obagi Blue Peel is considered a “medium depth” facial peel because it is stronger than the popular Glycolic Acid Peel and requires less recovery time than a full Laser Resurfacing, therefore falling in-between the two treatments with respect to results and recovery time.
How long until I see results?
Peeling phase lasts 7-10 days when complete skin is visibly improved.
How long does it last?
Treatments recommended yearly. If addressing acne scarring or pigmentation a series of treatments will be recommended.
What areas can be treated?
Face, neck or décolletage. Only one area can be treated at a time.
How much does the treatment cost?
Treatment costs start from £500.
Am I suitable for treatment?
For anybody wanting to improve pigmentation, acne scarring, lines and wrinkles, texture or laxity.
Do I need to prepare?
Skin preparation with the full Obagi Nuderm system is required for at least 12 weeks. This is mandatory. A post procedure protocol must also be followed. Ongoing skin treatment recommended by your clinician needs to be followed to optimise your results.
Are there any side effects?
Discomfort during procedure, redness, peeling. Can cause a flare up of cold sores. Possibility of pigment changes.
Are there any specific post procedure instructions?
No sun exposure and SPF 50 used every day. A specific Nuderm protocol needs to be adhered to. This is to both maximise results and reduce risk of side effects.
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