Located in Edmonton, Dérmica offers a variety of skincare treatments and services.
Facial or Peel: Which One Fits Your Skin Goals?
When comparing a facial vs chemical peel, the biggest differences are the depth of exfoliation, products and techniques used, recovery time, and your overall skin goals.
The Timeless Classic: Why Facials Never Go Out of Style
A facial is a customizable treatment focused on maintaining and improving the skin’s overall condition. At Dérmica, our facials include classic steps such as deep cleansing, exfoliation, steam, and the application of selected serums, eye care, lip treatment, and moisturizer. Depending on the facial selected, treatments can also include masks, massage, brow services, or other features.
NOTE: Facials are a great option when your goals centre around routine skincare, cleansing, hydration, extractions, or simply refreshing the appearance of your skin. No recovery time.
The Deeper Reset: How Is a Chemical Peel Different?
Chemical peels provide more targeted chemical exfoliation using enzymes or hydroxy acids such as AHA and BHA. Deep peels range from 20% to 85% strength. Deep peels provide more intensive resurfacing and may cause visible shedding and flaking. They target concerns including pigmentation, acne, fine lines, dry or rough skin, congestion, excess oil, uneven texture, and signs of aging.
Different Acids for Different Skin Goals
We don’t choose an acid simply because it is stronger. Different acids have different properties, which allows us to select the type of exfoliation based on what your skin needs. For example, we use glycolic and lactic acids when treating concerns associated with dry or combination skin, aging, and hyperpigmentation.
For oily, congested, or acne-prone skin, we may use salicylic acid, a BHA. Because salicylic acid is oil-soluble, it can exfoliate within the pore and help address excess sebum and debris. Salicylic acid is the preferred acid to target concerns such as acne, congestion, blackheads, whiteheads, milia, excess oil, inflammation, and redness.
NOTE: Consider a chemical peel when your goals include more targeted treatment for concerns such as pigmentation, acne, fine lines, or dry skin. Recovery time is 3-10 days.
TIP: At Dérmica, we offer mild BOOST peels as an add-on to your facial or dermaplane treatment. Boost peels are mild intensity (<20%) and a great introduction to deep peels.
Located in Edmonton, Dérmica offers a chemical peel treatment menu to deliver varying depths of chemical exfoliation through the application of enzymes or hydroxy acids.
Peels are customized depending on the current condition of the skin and desired results. Conditions that can be treated include: pigmentation, acne, fine lines, dry skin, and more. There is a recommended downtime of 2-7 days depending on the depth of the peel.
BOOST Mild Peels
BOOST peels are classified as mild skin acids. BOOSTS can be used to pre-treat the skin before transitioning into stronger skin peels. They are great for seasonal maintenance. Can be added to a Facial or Dermaplane service to amplify results. Downtime: 24 – 48 hours.
AHA (10-20%)
$ 55
Relieves dry skin, reduces fines lines and pigmentation.
BHA (10-20%)
$ 55
Cleanses and decongests oily skin.
Enzyme
$ 55
Exfoliating peel ideal for all skin types and maintaining healthy skin.
Vit C
$ 65
Brightens the complexion and softens the texture of the skin.
Deep Peels (20 – 85%)
Deep peels are classified as medium to strong skin acids. They range from 20% to 85% and can be layered. They are ideal for pre-treated skin and provide deeper resurfacing of the skin. May cause visible shedding and flaking. Downtime: 3-10 days
Bright
$ 145
Relieves dry skin, reduces fines lines and pigmentation.
Acne
$ 145
Cleanses and decongests oily skin.
Anti-Age
$ 145
Delivers powerful exfoliation and promotes rejuvenation of skin cells.
Dry Skin
$ 145
Relieves coarse/ flaking skin and boosts hydration levels.
Purchase a treatment package! Receive 15% OFF when you purchase a series of 6 treatments.
PLEASE REVIEW THE CRITERIA BEFORE BOOKING YOUR PEEL.
Recommended sessions: 4-8
Downtime required: 1-7 days
Time frame: 15-30 minutes
Pre-treatment protocols:
Must not currently be on or have used Accutane or any other oral prescription acne medications in the past 12 months
If currently using any products containing AHA/BHA/Retin A/Vitamin A on the area being treated, you must discontinue usage 2 weeks prior to procedure
Must wait a minimum of 1 week from last tanning session
Contraindications:
Diabetes
Pregnancy
Skin cancer (remission under 2 years)
Use of photosensitive medication and herbs
Active infection of Herpes Simplex in treatment area
Active skin infection
Potential side effects:
Discomfort
Fragile skin
Edema (swelling)
Erythema (redness)
Visible shedding
Book your Chemical Peel Treatment in Edmonton!
Love, Peace, and Great Skin!
Dérmica MedEsthetics (780) 885 7108 dermica.ca
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We offer mild “boost” peels that can be added to other services or deep peels that use medium to strong skin acids.
PEELS
Located in Edmonton, Dérmica offers a chemical peel menu to deliver varying depths of chemical exfoliation through the application of enzymes or hydroxy acids.
Peels are customized depending on the current condition of the skin and desired results. Conditions that can be treated include: pigmentation, acne, fine lines, dry skin, and more. There is a recommended downtime of 2-7 days depending on the depth of the peel.
BOOST Mild Peels
BOOST peels are classified as mild skin acids. BOOSTS can be used to pre-treat the skin before transitioning into stronger skin peels. They are great for seasonal maintenance. Can be added to a Facial or Dermaplane service to amplify results. Downtime: 24 – 48 hours.
AHA (10-20%)
$ 55
Relieves dry skin, reduces fines lines and pigmentation.
BHA (10-20%)
$ 55
Cleanses and decongests oily skin.
Enzyme
$ 55
Exfoliating peel ideal for all skin types and maintaining healthy skin.
Vit C
$ 65
Brightens the complexion and softens the texture of the skin.
Deep Peels (20 – 85%)
Deep peels are classified as medium to strong skin acids. They range from 20% to 85% and can be layered. They are ideal for pre-treated skin and provide deeper resurfacing of the skin. May cause visible shedding and flaking. Downtime: 3-10 days
Bright
$ 145
Relieves dry skin, reduces fines lines and pigmentation.
Acne
$ 145
Cleanses and decongests oily skin.
Anti-Age
$ 145
Delivers powerful exfoliation and promotes rejuvenation of skin cells.
Dry Skin
$ 145
Relieves coarse/ flaking skin and boosts hydration levels.
Purchase a treatment package! Receive 15% OFF when you purchase a series of 6 treatments.
PLEASE REVIEW THE CRITERIA BEFORE BOOKING YOUR PEEL.
Recommended sessions: 4-8
Downtime required: 1-7 days
Time frame: 15-30 minutes
Pre-treatment protocols:
Must not currently be on or have used Accutane or any other oral prescription acne medications in the past 12 months
If currently using any products containing AHA/BHA/Retin A/Vitamin A on the area being treated, you must discontinue usage 2 weeks prior to procedure
Must wait a minimum of 1 week from last tanning session
Contraindications:
Diabetes
Pregnancy
Skin cancer (remission under 2 years)
Use of photosensitive medication and herbs
Active infection of Herpes Simplex in treatment area
Active skin infection
Potential side effects:
Discomfort
Fragile skin
Edema (swelling)
Erythema (redness)
Visible shedding
Book your Chemical Peel in Edmonton!
Love, Peace, and Great Skin!
Dérmica MedEsthetics (780) 885 7108 dermica.ca
Follow us on social media
Like us on social media or subscribe to our blog for more spa deals. Subscribe to our YouTube or TikTok channels to view videos on treatment procedures and more. In addition, follow us to enter contests.
