What is the Pixel Peel?

by Aesthetic Appointment 4 October 2017

The Pixel Peel is a great treatment that delivers visible results, so we want to focus on it this month and discuss it further. This is a combination treatment using the Dermapen micro-needling method with a Cosmo (TCA) Peel.

This treatment is designed to allow deeper penetration of the TCA into the skin, thereby stimulating the regeneration process at a dermal (deep) level, as well as improving surface texture and pigmentation. This allows new, healthy and vibrant skin growth to be revealed at a faster rate.

Social downtime: 7-10 days (peeling will occur)

This is the perfect treatment for fine to deep lines or wrinkles, tired, dull-looking skin and sun-damaged skin.

If you are looking for a little “more” in terms of an in-salon treatment, the combination of a Dermapen needling treatment and a TCA peel allows an even more effective result in one procedure when compared to these, as standalone treatments. We are able to treat a range of concerns from dull ageing skin, deep lines and enlarged pores to sun damage, pigmentation and uneven texture.

The TCA peel (alone) focuses on a more surface-targeted result, whereas the Dermapen creates micro-channels deeper into the skin by puncturing it which then allows the TCA to be carried deeper down. This “puncturing” also induces a wound-healing response which means more collagen stimulation, resulting in improved structure, better circulation and nourishment of the skin.

Downtime?

As this is a more invasive treatment, downtime should be expected. This means peeling or flaking will occur on the skin and last for about 4 days. The skin will still look “normal”, meaning minimal to no redness and inflammation, and your normal routine can continue, albeit for a specialised recovery cream that should be used daily as your moisturiser. It takes about 2-3 weeks for the skin to recover fully and the results just keep coming!

Treatments

For ideal results, we recommend a series of 3 treatments done at 3-4 weekly intervals.

On a separate note, Optiphi has launched a beautiful new product called Hydration Tint. It’s a tinted moisturiser with an SPF of 20. It’s ideal for weekends when you don’t feel like wearing foundation, but still want an even-toned skin.