V.I. Peel

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V.I. Peel Alexus Plastic Surgery

A V.I. peel is a gentle treatment that can improve the tone and texture of your skin. The medical-grade chemical peel can address sun damage, age spots, and hyperpigmentation in multiple areas to help you achieve smoother skin. In 2023, specialists in the U.S. performed more than 3.5 million skin resurfacing treatments to help patients refresh their appearance. (1) The peel can refresh the face, neck, hands, and decolletage for a smoother, more youthful look.

At Alexus Plastic Surgery, our team offers customized peels that can refresh your skin for a smoother appearance. We can diminish fine lines and wrinkles with treatments that require minimal downtime. Although changes to your appearance with aging are natural, you do not have to live with them. Our simple, innovative treatments can help you achieve lasting results.

Contact our San Diego office online or call (888) 463-9532 to learn more!

About V.I. Peel

A V.I. peel is a medium-depth peel that can transform your appearance by helping you diminish signs of aging. As you age, your skin’s levels of collagen and elastin–proteins that help the skin maintain its structure–decline, resulting in fine lines, wrinkles, and laxity that can affect your appearance. A V.I. peel can address sun damage (photodamage) by increasing your skin’s collagen levels and exfoliating the dead and damaged cells, revealing brighter, beautiful skin. With a V.I. peel, we can address:

  • Fine lines
  • Wrinkles
  • Pigmentation
  • Sun damage
  • Age spots
  • Dull skin
  • Uneven skin texture
  • Acne

Types of V.I. Peels

There are several different types of V.I. peel formulas, which include:

  • VI Peel Precision Plus: We can address hyperpigmentation with a formula that accelerates skin cell turnover to improve your skin tone and brighten your appearance.
  • VI Peel Purify with Precision Plus: We can address inflammation, acne, and scarring to clear your skin.
  • VI Peel Purify: This multi-faceted peel removes dead skin cells, clears excess oil and debris, eliminates acne-causing bacteria, and balances the skin to reduce breakouts and improve texture.
  • VI Peel Advanced: We can diminish signs of aging with a peel that softens fine lines and wrinkles for a smoother, more youthful look.
  • VI Peel Original: VI Peel Original is a safe, effective peel for all skin types that tightens, smooths, and brightens skin for rapid, visible results. This is a great first-time peel for patients of all ages.

Benefits

Peels come with several benefits, including:

  • More youthful-looking skin: We can reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles for a more youthful look.
  • Diminished acne scars: Increasing the collagen in your skin can diminish the appearance of acne scars.
  • A more even skin tone: We can reduce the appearance of dark spots for a brighter complexion.
  • Lasting results: The rejuvenating effects of a V.I. peel can last as long as 3-4 months.
  • Customizable treatment: We can perform different types of V.I. peels depending on your needs.

Candidates

Suitable candidates for peels would like to rejuvenate their skin and/or address signs of aging for a smoother appearance. You must have realistic expectations about what you can achieve with the treatment. Suitable candidates would like to improve their skin’s tone and texture as well as brighten their skin. We can address hyperpigmentation, excess oil, melasma, fine lines, wrinkles, or acne scars with a gentle treatment.

Since peels are customizable, we can personalize your treatment plan based on the condition of your skin and your skin type. We can include dermal fillers and/or Botox in your treatment plan to help you address signs of facial aging and achieve smoother skin.

Consultation

During your consultation, we will ask about your lifestyle, medications, and medical history. V.I. peels are generally well-tolerated, and we will recommend products to help you take care of your skin at home. If you have a condition such as eczema or rosacea, you must let us know during your consultation so we can recommend an effective treatment plan based on your Fitzpatrick skin type. (2) The treatment is suitable for Fitzpatrick skin types I-VI. Some patients also combine their treatments with Botox to reduce the appearance of wrinkles. In a recent study, patients who combined a V.I. Peel with Botox experienced a 60% improvement in the appearance of wrinkles. (3) Botox is a neuromodulator that temporarily reduces the production of acetylcholine, a chemical messenger that causes muscle contractions, to prevent fine lines and wrinkles for a smoother appearance.

Preparation & Treatment Process

To prepare for a chemical peel, you should protect your skin from sun exposure that could damage your skin and cause us to delay your appointment. You should also discontinue retinoids and delay any filler appointments and/or facials before your treatment. You should arrive at your appointment with a clean face, without makeup or skincare products.

We will apply the peel in a thin, even layer to rejuvenate your skin. The formula will stimulate collagen and exfoliate the skin to renew your appearance. The length of your treatment will depend on the condition of your skin and your aesthetic goals. Afterward, we will cleanse your skin to remove the formula and, depending on how your skin responds, we may apply a soothing serum or moisturizing treatment to your skin to reduce inflammation. V.I. peel formulas contain a numbing agent to ensure the treatment is comfortable.

After Your Treatment

You can return to most of your normal activities after your treatment as long as you avoid excessive sun exposure. You should not wash your face for the first few hours after the treatment, and over the next 5-7 days, you will notice some peeling. This is temporary and a sign that the peel is exfoliating your skin to reveal bright, beautiful skin underneath. We can recommend products to help you take care of your skin at home.

Results

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After a V.I. peel, you can enjoy smoother skin and a rejuvenated appearance. You can enjoy benefits that last as long as 3-4 months. The results you receive depend on the type of V.I. peel you choose. Whether you are looking to address wrinkles, oily skin, hyperpigmentation, acne scarring, or breakouts, the various V.I. peel formulas have been shown to provide effective solutions for a myriad of skin concerns.

Additional Treatments

SkinPen

SkinPen (SkinPen®) is a medical-grade, FDA-cleared microneedling device that increases your skin’s collagen levels to improve its tone, texture, and quality. The well-tolerated treatment can diminish signs of aging and address skin damage for a more youthful-looking appearance..

Jessner Peel

The Jessner Peel can significantly improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles for smoother, more youthful-looking skin. The treatment can address sun damage, acne, and discoloration by removing impurities from the pores for a brighter appearance.

Cosmelan Treatment

A Cosmelan treatment is a two-step topical skin treatment that reduces pigmentation and brightens the skin by regulating melanin production. It can also address melasma, a sun-related skin condition that causes discoloration, to help you achieve a more even skin tone.

The Cost of a V.I. Peel in San Diego

The cost of your treatment will depend on the condition of your skin and which V.I. peel formula you receive. We can provide a cost estimate during your personal consultation. We can also discuss financing options to help make your treatment more accessible. Many patients choose to take advantage of our Alexus Advantage membership for discounts on regular treatments.

Contact our San Diego office or call (888) 463-9532 to learn more!

FAQ

How will I know if a V.I. peel is right for me?

We will examine your skin and discuss your medical history to determine the best type of peel for your needs.

How many peel treatments will I need to achieve results?

This depends on your aesthetic goals and the condition of your skin. We perform a physical examination and can recommend a series of treatments, depending on your aesthetic goals.

Are V.I. peels painful?

V.I. peel formulas contain a numbing agent that ensures the peel is comfortable.

How long will my skin need to recover from a peel?

This depends on the type of peel you receive and the condition of your skin. We can answer any questions you have during your consultation.

Can I combine V.I. peels with other treatments?

Yes, the treatment is customizable, and we can combine it with other treatments to help you achieve your goals.

References

  1. American Society of Plastic Surgeons ® Endorsed Partner. https://www.plasticsurgery.org/documents/news/statistics/2023/plastic-surgery-statistics-report-2023.pdf
  2. Sarkar R, Bansal S, Garg VK. Chemical Peels for Melasma in Dark-Skinned Patients. Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery. 2012;5(4):247-253. doi:https://doi.org/10.4103/0974-2077.104912
  3. Roberts WE, Miller N. Optimized Patient Outcomes With the Novel Modality of Corrective Chemical Peel and Neurotoxin on Same-Day Treatment. Journal of drugs in dermatology : JDD. 2024;23(1):1349-1354. doi:https://doi.org/10.36849/JDD.7194