What Is a Skin Peel and How Can It Transform Your Skin?
- Jack Spencer
- Mar 31
- 3 min read
Skin looking dull, uneven, or tired no matter how many serums you try? You might want to consider a skin peel. It sounds a bit intense at first, but skin peels are one of the most effective ways to refresh your complexion and target deep-rooted concerns like acne, pigmentation, and early signs of ageing.
If you’re looking for skin peeling treatments in Ruislip, The Aesthetics Club offers professional, safe, and tailored options that could be just what your skin needs.
So, What Exactly Is a Skin Peel?
A skin peel is a treatment that exfoliates the surface layers of your skin using safe chemical solutions. It sounds technical, but the idea is simple: get rid of the dead, damaged skin cells sitting on top so healthier skin underneath can shine through. Over time, stress, pollution, sun exposure and even our skincare products can clog and dull the skin. A peel gives it a reset.
The result? Fresher, brighter, and smoother skin.
At The Aesthetics Club, we use peels made with ingredients like salicylic acid, lactic acid, mandelic acid, and retinol—all known for their exfoliating and rejuvenating properties. Whether your goal is to reduce acne, soften fine lines, or even out your skin tone, we have a peel to suit.
How can a skin peel transform your skin?
It’s not just about looking good—it’s about supporting your skin’s health too. Peels can:
Help clear acne and reduce breakouts by unclogging pores
Fade mild to moderate pigmentation and sun damage
Improve elasticity and reduce the appearance of fine lines
Brighten dull skin and even out texture
Encourage healthy skin cell turnover
For those dealing with stubborn skin issues or looking for an alternative to harsh treatments, peels offer a controlled and gentle solution—with serious results when done right.
What Types of Peels Are Available at The Aesthetics Club?
We don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. That’s why we offer several peel options at our clinic, each with its own benefits and level of intensity.
Salicylic Acid Peel
This is our go-to peel for beginners or those with acne-prone skin. Salicylic acid works by unclogging pores and reducing inflammation, which helps calm active breakouts and prevent new ones. It’s a lighter peel with minimal downtime—perfect if you want to ease into things.
We’ve partnered with Obagi to offer their highly regarded Blue Radiance Peel. This one delivers noticeable improvements in texture and clarity, especially for acne-prone and oily skin types.
This peel blends lactic acid (from milk) and mandelic acid (from almonds), making it ideal for more sensitive or darker skin tones. It targets superficial pigmentation and uneven tone and is suitable for almost all skin types.
Available in two strengths (4% and 6%), this peel goes deeper. Retinol helps speed up skin cell turnover, which smooths fine lines, fades pigmentation like melasma, and reduces acne. It’s especially good if you’re looking for an anti-ageing boost or want to clear stubborn breakouts.
This is our most advanced peel. It penetrates the deeper layers of skin to address more significant concerns like stubborn pigmentation, acne scarring, and textural issues. Packed with a mix of alpha and beta hydroxy acids plus skin brighteners, it delivers noticeable results after just one session. Downtime can be a bit longer—peeling usually starts around day two and lasts up to 14 days—but the glow after is worth it.
What To Expect After a Peel
Depending on the peel you choose, you might experience some light flaking or more visible peeling for a few days. This is completely normal—it’s your skin shedding what it no longer needs. Healing time varies, but for most, it takes under two weeks for everything to settle.
To get the best results, we usually recommend a course of three treatments spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart. That said, even a single peel can give your skin a noticeable lift.
And don’t worry—we never leave you guessing. All our peels come with a tailored home-care protocol to support your skin after treatment.
Why Choose The Aesthetics Club?
If you're exploring skin peeling treatments in Ruislip or nearby, The Aesthetics Club is just a short trip away. Our experienced team is trained to choose the right peel for your skin type and concerns. We’ll guide you through the process and make sure your skin is prepped, treated, and cared for in the safest way possible.
Your skin is personal, so your treatment should be too. That’s why we always begin with a consultation—to understand your skin, your goals, and to help you choose the peel that’ll give you the results you’re after.
At The Aesthetics Club, we’re here to help you feel confident in your skin again. Ready to book or want to chat about which peel might be right for you? Reach out or come in for a consultation—we’d love to help.
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