Neostrata was first launched in the U.S. in 1988 by Dermatologists Drs. Van Scott and Yu,
Neostrata uses Glycolic Acid to provide a superficial to medium depth peel. A course of peels, will give you healthier, younger-looking skin. It visibly diminishes the look of fine lines and wrinkles, smoothes and softens skin, increases hydration and suppleness, and balances irregular skin tones. It can also improve oily/acne prone skin.
Higher strengths can help to reduce the appearance of acne scarring and certain pigmentation problems.
Neostrata peels can be used on the face, the neck, the chest and the hands and can be used on all types of skin including: fine skin, normal skin or greasy or thick skin. It can also be used safely and effectively on black and asian skin.
Our cosmetic technicians can perform: 20% glycolic acid and 35% glycolic acid peels.
Our medical team are able to perform the 50% glycolic acid and 70% glycolic acid peels. Used for more aggressive treatment of sun damaged skin.
Before a treatment skin preparation is required for at least 2 weeks with a glycolic acid type product. There are a number of special creams and lotions available to be used in combination with Neostrata peels depending on your skin type.
Peels should not to be used in Pregnant or breastfeeding women. Peel program
The NeoStrata Skin Rejuvenation System is a glycolic acid peel system that can only be performed as an in-office procedure by a trained professional. It provides controlled and predictable removal of surface skin cells, stimulating skin renewal to improve the appearance of the skin. You will notice a difference in your skin texture immediately.
The procedure is fast and convenient, taking only about fifteen minutes. And with virtually no recovery time, you can be back to your normal routine the same day. There is no significant pain or discomfort or need for anaesthesia.
It takes usually 4-6 treatments at two to four week intervals to achieve the desired effect All body areas appear to respond well to treatment with glycolic acid; however, the arms, hands, neck and chest all improve at a slower rate than the face.
Most patients can undergo glycolic peeling without any side effects. The treated skin is virtually normal in appearance. The fact that the patient underwent a peel in usually undetectable to others. Although rare, a patient may experience mild sloughing, producing some weeping or scabbing. Some redness is temporary and normal. Any of these side effects may be covered with make up. Rarely, if scabs are picked, scarring may occur or areas of hypopigmentation (lighter coloured skin) or hyperpigmentation (darker coloured skin) may result from a peel.
To book a Neostrata peel please arrange a consultation to discuss the skin care products required to prepare your skin, we can then arrange your first treatment after 2 weeks of using the products. the products may cost between £25 and £90 depending on you skin requirements.
View the full range of peels on offer at Cheshire Lasers and our peel prices here