A skin peel may conjure up images of Samantha’s red face in Sex And The City but fear not. My approach to peels is one that puts skin health first with a focus on visible results. Always gentle and low level and no downtime!

Peels can be suitable for all skin types and although the word itself sounds aggressive the Dermalogica peels aren’t medical grade peels. They are ‘progressive’ peels that you can have more frequently as opposed to the more invasive, ‘aggressive’, medium and deep depth peels which require downtime.

The aim of a peel is to remove cells from the outer layers of the skin (the Epidermis). The deeper layers of the skin respond by regenerating new skin and increasing production of collagen to help create vibrant, smooth skin. Each peel encourages the skins natural ability to rejuvenate and restore its optimal barrier function and ph level. Used with specific formulations, strengths and PH levels they can be one of the most skin-transforming treatments.

The suite of peels, including Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHA’s) and Beta Hydroxy Acids (BHA’s) have different molecular sizes to penetrate the skin to different degrees allowing a variety of skin concerns to be treated. Acids are really nothing to be afraid of when used in the correct, safe way.

Depending on the peel and the type of skin being treated you may feel slight tingling, heat sensation or itching which dissipates quickly. Post treatment, you may feel some tightening of the skin and light flaking may begin within 1 – 3 days and usually subsides within 7 – 10 days. However, it’s impossible to predict this process and some peels cause no flaking.

If you are a first time client I’ll need to have seen you previously for a bespoke facial to check skin suitability prior to your first peel treatment.

As well as treating skin conditions, the Dermalux LED Phototherapy device is CE Marked as a Class 2 Medical Device for Dermal Wound Healing and treating psoriasis in the European Union and is effective at reducing pain and inflammation, as well as tissue repair. It works by delivering optimised light at various wavelengths that have a therapeutic benefit to the cells. This light is absorbed by the skin cells mitochondria to stimulate energy production, as well as increasing microcirculation and decreasing arthritic and joint pain, muscle spasm and muscle and joint stiffness thanks to its superior ability to decrease inflammation within the tissues. The protocols use predominately Infrared at 830nm for its deep tissue regenerative benefits, along with small doses of red light at 633nm, along with blue light at 415nm for anti-inflammatory and wound healing properties. The device can be used to effectively on all areas of the body.

The treatment experience is very relaxing, non-invasive and completely pain-free.

Summary of benefits

• Reduces Inflammation
• Accelerates Wound Healing
• Class 2 Medical Certificate for Treating Psoriasis
• Can be used anywhere on the body
• FDA & CE Approved
• Can help with arthritic pain
• Reduce muscle spasm
• Reduce muscle & joint pain
• Reduce muscle tension

Loved by many famous faces, Microcurrent is a safe, effective skin rejuvenation treatment. It has been used in the medical field for many years for the treatment of Bells Palsy and strokes to help stimulate and re-educate the facial muscles. It’s also used for its skin healing and beauty benefits earning itself the nickname ‘the non-surgical facelift’! Microcurrent is often offered as a course of treatment as the effect is cumulative. It can also just be incorporated into your regular bespoke facials every 4 - 6 weeks.

The Microcurrent delivers very low levels of electrical current that mirrors the body’s own natural bio-electrical fields making it fantastic for use within facials. During a treatment two probes are used (positive and negative), between which the current flows. The probes lift and hold the facial muscles and physically move them into the correct position (muscle re-education). The tiny microcurrent impulses encourage the body’s natural currents and chemical reactions are triggered at a cellular level to stimulate production of collagen and elastin.

It works in similar way to facial massage by lengthening the muscles that have contracted and shortened due to years of varying facial expressions and shortening those that have elongated as a result of age and gravity.

There are so many amazing and long-lasting benefits to microcurrent facials. Lines and wrinkle are softened, muscles are firmer with skin appearing fresher and smoother whilst skin tone and elasticity are dramatically improved. It’s great at boosting radiance and all round skin health.

Microcurrent is not just about firming the muscles as it also boosts circulation, dramatically enhances the penetration of skin products, stimulates collagen production and greatly increases ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate). This is the “energy of life” in our cells - the complex organic chemical that provides energy to drive many processes in our living cells such as muscle contraction and protein synthesis.

It’s not an uncomfortable treatment. You may feel no sensation at all or just mild tingling. Some people feel more sensation around the eyes or the bonier parts of the face and microcurrent is also suitable for sensitive skin.

Microneedling is an advanced service designed to get maximum results for hyperpigmentation, pores, scarring, lines and wrinkles.

Microneedling uses a skin needling device to perforate the skin, creating thousands of pin-prick fractional wounds (micro-injuries) that trigger an inflammatory reaction. This inflammatory response initiates natural repair processes that promote skin rejuvenation. Microneedling is known by many names – skin needling, micro needling or collagen induction therapy.

Dermalogica’s Pro Microneedling treatment is a combination treatment, combining the Pro Power Peel* and microneedling in ONE treatment to achieve maximum results. Pro Restore, a professional only product is used during the treatment to amplify results and will be given to you to use for the 7 days following your treatment.

A pre consultation will be required before your treatment to check suitability for Pro Microneedling. I will explain what will happen during your treatment and potential contraindications, discuss your skin goals and discuss the importance of priming your skin for 2 weeks prior to the service.

Melanopro Peel System is a clinical-strength peel programme that delivers visible results in less than 6 weeks.  This transformative 2-phase regimen works to visibly counteract environmental skin damage – fading dark spots, reducing the appearance of hyperpigmentation, and smoothing skin texture to reveal fresh, brighter skin.

Melanopro Peel System is an effective treatment regimen for anyone who experiences hyperpigmentation concerns: sun spots, acne scars, melasma, dull skin, rough texture. It has been tested on a wide range of skin tones.

First a masque is applied in-salon. This masque will need to stay on between 4-7 hours, with the exact duration determined by me after a skin analysis.

You will be given proper instructions on the removal process.

48 hours after you remove the masque, you will start using the prescribed home care products ( Continuous Resurfacing Cream, and Ultracalming Mist are included in the price of your treatment). You will keep using these until they are finished. 

Melanopro Peel System is a 6 week programme that consists of a in-salon treatment and a 6 week home programme, with a check in back with me at 3 weeks and 6 weeks.

Nanoneedling goes by various other names such as Microchanneling, Nano infusion or Nano exfoliation. It is a non-invasive procedure that involves the use of a pen style modality and nano-tips – not needles as the name might suggest. It uses very tiny cones formed of silicone or stainless steel that do not penetrate the skin but do help with resurfacing and product infusion.

Nanoinfusion facials improve skin texture, boost hydration as well as address signs of premature skin ageing. The most immediate, visible change in the skin is a wonderful hydrating glow.

This is a great treatment for those that are not suitable for or just don’t fancy the more invasive Microneedling treatment.

It’s one of those technologies that is so comfortable but also delivers on results. Many of my clients request radio frequency within their bespoke facials because they love how it makes them feel and look. Even after one treatment clients experience a significant change in the texture and quality of their skin.

Radio frequency is a non-invasive treatment that combines the tightening and pore opening of Radio Frequency with the active ingredient penetration action of Electroporation to stimulate collagen production, tighten and lift the skin, reduce wrinkles and improve skin tone.

The radiofrequency device allows the delivery of substances deep into the skin which are otherwise not absorbed into the skin because of the typology and dimension of their molecules. Radiofrequency and Electroporation technology makes the skin tissues permeable to macromolecules in a non-invasive way by utilising the skin’s water based channels to allow the ingredients to penetrate via controlled RF and magnetic pulses. It’s an incredibly safe and effective procedure.

Radio-frequency is a non-surgical, non-invasive treatment for skin tightening and rejuvenation. The radio frequency energy works to stimulate collagen production, which leads to increased skin firmness and elasticity. The heat generated by radio-frequency helps plump up the deeper layers of your skin, improving the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles plus leaving you with a fantastic glow!

It can be used on its own or combined with other treatments. These treatments are often used to target specific areas of the face (such as nasolabial folds, loss of firmness of the lower face and neck and the eye area.).

The treatment involves the use of radio-frequency energy and Electroporation which is delivered to the skin via a hand-piece applied to the skin (with a cream on the skin to allow the device to smoothly flow and move across the skin).

The treatment feels like a hot stone face massage, it’s very comfortable. It’s painless, and takes about 45 minutes to 1 hour depending on how many areas of your face are treated at one time. You will be able to talk throughout most of the procedure so there is no need for you to be silent during your treatment session, however because it is also immensely relaxing you might prefer to also take this time to switch off.

Unless contraindicated most treatments have an element of ultrasonic technology - vibrating low frequency sound waves and microcurrent help to loosen dead skin cells and blackheads to leave skin smooth and soft whilst the the ultrasonic waves increase product infusion of active ingredients into the skin between 50 and 70% and increase circulation, collagen and cell renewal.