Acne

The bedrock of anti-acne protocols are peels, which clear the skin of existing acne, over a course, and which stimulate healthy new skin growth while regulating sebum. The Retreat uses 2 types of peel for acne treatments.

AHA PEELS (for acne, pigmentation, rosacea, lines & wrinkles)
By using glycolic/lactic acids and retinoids the skin’s dead surface layer is gently removed to give a more translucent appearance to the skin. The retinoids and peptides contained in these peels are proven to stimulate collagen and elastin production both of which are essential to long term skin renewal and rejuvenation. These treatments target a number of skin conditions which are the consequence of imbalances and inflammation in the skin tissue.

PROTEOLYTIC / ENZYME PEEL This uses skin resurfacing products of papaya enzyme to gently remove the top (epidermal) layer of the skin. The result is a refined surface texture; pores are minimised,overall translucence is increased and skin tone is improved.

All acne clinic treatments must be continued with an at-home protocol of products prescribed by the clinic.

Jan Marini 40% Glycolic Peel This uses skin resurfacing products of glycolic acid to remove the top (epidermal) layer of the skin. As the epidermal layer is removed it encourages collagen remodelling from within.The result is a refined surface texture; pores are minimised, overall translucence is increased and skin tone is improved.  A preparatory two week course of homecare is a prerequesite for this treatment.

Options:

Over 6 weeks: 1 hourly session per week  Over 3 weeks: 2 hourly sessions per week
Jan Marini 40% Glycolic Peel with Papaya Enzyme This treatment is suitable for skins that need a gentler resurfacing and those unused to stronger peels but would benefit from a skin refining procedure. The skin’s luminosity is enhanced and looks smoother and more radiant.

Options:

Over 6 weeks: 1 hourly session per week  Over 3 weeks: 2 hourly sessions per week
Jan Marini Papaya Enzyme Peel This is most suitable for skins that are unused to peels and for a first time resurfacing treatment.  Papaya enzyme gently removes the top (epidermal) layer of the skin leaving a refined surface texture and as there is little disruption to the integrity of the skin there is no downtime and even makeup could be applied.

Over 6 weeks – 1 hourly session per week
Hydropeptide Pumpkin Clarifying Peel This peel incorporates peptides and salicylic acid to clear the skin of blemishes while gently exfoliating. This treatment is ideal for people with acne, sun-damaged skin or hyper-pigmentation.

1 and a half hour session
AlumierMD Glow Peel Glow Peel is a powerful multi-purpose, medical-grade treatment that combines resorcinal, lactic acid and salicylic acid to plump up fine lines and wrinkles, reduce discolouration, uneven tone and age spots and to resurface the skin. This treatment is suitable for all skins.

1 and a half hour session
Sothys Resurfacing Treatment This facial provides a gentle resurfacing to the skin tissue and prepares it for the absorption of the concentrated vitamin C ampoule which gives immediate luminosity,energy and radiance to the skin. Its benefit is that during the peel a gentle massage is performed to aid its effect.

1 hour 30 minutes session