Aspect Power Peel Review
The Aspect Power Peel promises a dramatic improvement to the signs of ageing.
As the name suggests it is a POWERFUL peel, combining all the superstars of dermal acids, so I was excited to try the treatment.
It’s rare to see a 50 year old, dermal therapist, expose naked skin to the public but I’m so thrilled with the results, I just had to share.
My concerns
Ageing is part of life but even with access to amazing products and treatments, the sins of my youth are beginning to show.
My main concerns are
- Wrinkles
- Pigmentation
- Redness
- Uneven skin tone
The Aspect Power Peel is a three step treatment that addresses all these issues.
The Treatment
The Aspect Power Peel is a three step process, including home-care.
STEP ONE
After cleansing and preparation the Step 1 peel is applied to the face and décolletage.
The combination of Glycolic, Salicylic and Lactic Acids work to dissolve debris on the skin.
Within seconds, there is a strong burning sensation but with the help of a fan, it was tolerable. The peel is left on the skin for a few minutes, then removed.
STEP TWO
A second peel, is then massaged, gently into the skin.
This second step includes Mandelic Acid to reduce pigmentation and Retinol to speed up cell renewal and reduce fine lines and wrinkles. The ingredient Embilica sooths and calms.
The product is left on the skin for six hours and removed at home with a mild cleanser.
My skin was red and blotchy and feels like sun-burn.
The Downtime
DAY 2-6 POST PEEL
Skin peeling continued for six days and it was dramatic.
This included large flakes of skin.
STEP THREE
Around Day 4, an aftercare product is applied nightly. This is a lovely mask type product containing Retinol, Embilica and Mandelic acids and applied every night for two weeks.
DAY 7
The peeling finished and a brighter, smoother and softer complexion was revealed.
I was blown away with the reduction in pigmentation and age-spots.
The recommendation is three treatments held over 9 months.
What does each ingredient do?
Glycolic acid is an Alpha-Hydroxy Acid and powerful exfoliator. Made from sugar cane, it is water soluble.
It’s main function is dissolve the “glue” that holds dead skin cells together on the epidermis. By speeding up the cell renewal process to reveal healthy, fresh skin and boost collagen production.
This acid is very effective on treating wrinkles, sun spots, melasma and acne scarring.
Glycolic acid treats hyper-pigmentation by suppressing the formation of melanin pigment in the skin. It does so by inhibiting the actions of tyrosinase, an enzyme that is responsible for pigmentation.
Salicylic acid is a BHA acid which means it’s oil soluble.
This power of this acid is the ability to get into the pores, dissolve blockages and soften the cells inside of the follicle.
Salicylic acid is mainly used to treat acne and reduce inflammation.
Lactic Acid is another in the AHA family, derived from milk.
Although milder than many, it has remarkable hydrating and moisturising abilities
It works to reduce age-spots and discoloration with mild exfoliating properties.
Mandelic Acid is another in the AHA family, derived from almonds.
With a larger molecule, this acid specifically targets existing discoloration and prevent the formation of new pigment.
Anti-bacterial and anti-microbial properties make it a formidable acne-fighter.
Retinoids are derived from vitamin A and beneficial for acne and reducing signs of aging.
Rather than removing dead skin cells, the small molecules go deep beneath the epidermis to the dermis or middle layer of skin.
By neutralising free radicals to boost production of elastin and collagen a “plumping” effect reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
For acne clients, Retinol keeps pores unclogged, prevents acne and enlarged pores.
Finally, retinol has also been proven to balance your skin hydration levels. This benefits oily skin by controlling excess production of sebum in your pores.
Conclusion
I am thrilled with the results of just one treatment.
The recommendation is three treatments held over six months, so watch this space.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
This peel does have significant downtime so scheduling may be an issue for some clients.
Also, the skin must be well prepared. This means the use of cosmeceutical actives for at least 4 weeks prior to treatment.
Plus a history of previous chemical peel treatments is advised.
The peel is also only recommended for Fitzpatrick skin types 1-4, which means it may not be appropriate for darker skin types.
However, if you tick all those boxes, this is a brilliant, results-driven peel program.
