Lactic Peels and Lactic Peels with Retinoic Acid Boost

Serving Hamilton, Stoney Creek, Grimsby and surrounding areas

Who can benefit from a Lactic Peel?

  • Everyone – men and women of any skin type or colour
  • Skin that is:
    • Aging
    • Congested
    • Flaky
    • Dry
    • Devitalized
    • Thickened
    • Blemished
    • Dull
    • Sun damaged
  • can be rejuvenated and refreshed
  • Blotchiness, uneven skin tones and texture will also be improved
  • Lactic acid peels are primarily used for skin problems with:
    • Increased pigmentation
    • Irregular pigmentation
    • Uneven skin tone
    • Sun damage
  • The most common areas that are treated are the face and neck
  • In addition we can treat the chest, shoulders, back, hands, knees and elbows
  • Any body area can be treated
  • Approximately every 28 days we create a new layer of skin
  • As new cells form they push their way to the surface and then dead cells settle on the surface
  • This can cause enlarged pores, clogged pores, a bumpy uneven texture, and a dull appearance
  • As we age this process slows down leading to the appearance of older skin with less radiance
  • The gentle exfoliation is performed with a cotton pad applicator which has been dabbed into the exfoliation medication
  • The lactic products loosen any dead skin cells and gently exfoliate approximately 20-25 microns of dead skin cells of the outermost layer (stratum corneum)
  • Once removed it reveals one’s own fresher, younger looking skin beneath
  • The lactic acid helps to lift and remove stubborn pigmentation

Retinoic acid is related to Vitamin A and it:

  • Loosens dead skin cells
  • Helps to lift and remove devitalized skin cells
  • Improves the penetration of other products, such as lactic acid
  • This treatment is meant to be progressive not aggressive
  • Generally results are more noticeable after the third treatment
  • After the first session the skin will appear fresher, cleaner, smoother and softer for some clients
  • Usually treatments are performed every 4 weeks, but can be done more frequently
  • A typical course of treatment is a series of six sessions
  • Maintenance treatments are suggested once every one to one and a half months

The actual treatment usually takes 30-40 minutes, depending on the body area

  • There is tingling or stinging when the medication is applied
  • The skin may be pink for up to 24 hours after the therapy, this is normal
  • Rarely a patient may develop blisters, crusting, scabbing or increased skin sensitivity
  • In very rare cases a person may develop increased or decreased pigmentation or scarring
  • If you suffer with cold sores, you should be cold sore free prior to a treatment to avoid the risk of them spreading
  • You need to discuss with the technician if you have any of these conditions: rosacea, dermatitis, skin cancers, easy bruising, Hepatitis C, AIDS, or are on blood thinners or Accutane
  • If you use Retin A products or any skin care products that irritate the skin you should stop them for at least 2-3 days before and do not restart until 2-3 days after a treatment
  • Even though there is no danger if you are pregnant, we do not treat pregnant women
  • There is no danger if you are nursing
  • For One week before and after your treatment please STOP using the following treatments and products:
    • Electrolysis, waxing, depilatories, masks, other Glycolic or Lactic Treatments or Dermabrasion
      • Tretinoin (Vitamin A Acid creams) and Glycolic Acids
      • Loofa or other types of sponges
  • Be sure to inform your doctor of:
    • Allergies
    • History of sensitive skin, eczema, lupus or other autoimmune disease
    • Current medications
    • History of cold sores
    • History of sun sensitivity
    • If you are planning to have Injections, laser hair removal, it is recommended to have those 24 hours apart from a Lactic Peel
  • At your first visit a Lactic therapy technician will provide a free consultation. During the consultation she will discuss the benefits of Lactic Therapy, explain the procedure and benefits to you and answer any questions that you may have
  • She will also explain the number of treatments that you will require and will provide you with a price quote
  • The technician will also ask you a series of questions to determine if you are a good candidate for the procedure and to determine your skin type and sensitivity
  • After your FREE consultation the technician will call in Dr. Vignjevic
    • He will assess your skin type and whether Lactic Therapy would be suitable to adress your concerns
    • In addition, he will answer any further questions that you may have
    • You cannot be treated by the technician unless you are assessed by Dr. Vignjevic first
  • If you decide to be treated, photographs of the treatment area will be taken
    • These photographs are strictly for your chart and will not be released or used without your permission
    • Your privacy if of utmost importance to us
  • You will be asked to wash your face and to remove any makeup
    • It is not necessary to remove mascara, lip stick or lip liner
  • You will lie down on a treatment bed
  • A surgical cap will be used to cover your hair and ears to protect them from the lactic products
  • Makeup and oils are removed with an alcohol solution
  • The lactic agent is applied and is left on for 1 to 5 minutes
  • The lactic agent tingles or stings while it remains on the skin
  • The medication is neutralized and then a special neutralizing lotion is applied to the skin for up to five minutes
  • The lotion is wiped off and replaced with a layer of sunscreen
  • You will be provided with a booklet of after-care instructions and the technician will recommend specific products to take care of your skin after the treatment
  • Eye Lash Enhancing Treatments, Microdermabrasion, Mineral Makeup, Injections for Wrinkles and IPL (Intense Pulsed Light Fotofacials) can be successfully combined with these procedures
  • Eye Lash Enhancing Treatments which help your own lashes to grow:
    • Longer
    • Thicker
    • Fuller
    • Darker
    • To learn more about Eye Lash Enhancing treatments, please click here
  • Microdermabrasion help to:
    • Unclog pores
    • Improve skin tone
    • Remove devitalized and dead skin cell
    • Give the skin a fresh glow
    • To learn more about Microdermabrasion
  • IPL (Intense Pulsed Light Fotofacial, Photofacial) treats:
    • Broken blood vessels
    • Background red skin tones
    • Brown freckling
    • Shrinks pores
    • Improves sun damage
    • Increases collagen in the skin
    • All of these lead to smoother, younger looking skin and reduced redness at the same time
    • To learn more about IPL
  • Injections for Wrinkles treat and improve:
    • Frown lines
    • Forehead lines
    • Crow’s Feet
    • Bunny Lines (on the nose)
    • Smoker’s lines
    • To learn more about Injections for wrinkles

What if you are interested to learn more?

  • If you would like to learn more:
    • E-Mail Us
    • Or give us a call at 905-549-1025