Chemical peel in Lancaster
DermaQuest peels are the clinic's corrective resurfacing option, distinct from its facials. This page explains how they work, who they may suit and what to expect.
Quick answer
A chemical peel is a professional treatment that uses controlled topical acids or resurfacing formulations to speed up exfoliation and skin renewal. At Naomi Waite Aesthetics in Lancaster, DermaQuest peels and resurfacers are used for pigmentation, sun damage, congestion, post-acne marks, texture, fine lines, enlarged pores and dullness, at a level chosen for your skin.
What are DermaQuest peels?
DermaQuest peels and resurfacers are professional chemical exfoliation treatments. They use controlled topical acids or resurfacing formulations to speed up the skin's natural exfoliation and renewal.
They are a corrective resurfacing category in their own right. A peel is not the same as a Hydrofacial, which focuses on cleansing and hydration, or a DermaQuest Active Facial, which uses targeted formulations and is not automatically a peel.
The type and level of peel are chosen by your practitioner for your skin and your concern, so plans differ from person to person.
Who DermaQuest peels are for
A peel may suit you if you want to address concerns with the tone, texture or clarity of your skin. Straightforward sun-related pigment is very different from complex pigment such as melasma: for melasma, a peel may form part of a carefully planned approach, but we do not promise clearance.
Depending on your concern, your practitioner may compare a peel with laser or light-based pigment treatments, microneedling or an Active Facial. A peel may be considered for:
- Pigmentation and sun damage
- Melasma, as part of a carefully planned approach
- Acne-prone and congested skin, including blackheads
- Post-acne marks
- Uneven texture and fine lines
- Enlarged pores
- Dull skin
What to expect
Your first visit starts with a consultation and skin assessment, which may include skin analysis. Your practitioner looks at your skin, asks about your routine, medical history and recent treatments, and decides which peel is appropriate.
You may be asked to pause certain skincare products before your peel, and your practitioner will tell you which ones and for how long. Let the clinic know about any recent sun exposure, tanning, hair removal or other skin treatments, as these can affect whether it is the right time for a peel.
On the day, your skin is cleansed and the selected peel is applied while your practitioner monitors your skin. What you feel depends on the peel chosen, and this will be explained beforehand.
Aftercare
How your skin responds after a peel depends on the peel selected and on your skin. Some peels cause visible peeling or flaking and others very little, so we do not quote a fixed downtime until your peel has been chosen.
Your aftercare will be based on these principles:
- Do not pick or pull away flaking skin
- Protect your skin from the sun and use the sunscreen recommended
- Use the skincare your practitioner advises and avoid harsh products until told otherwise
- Follow your written aftercare advice
- Contact the clinic if anything concerns you
Chemical peel prices in Lancaster
The cost depends on the peel and the plan recommended for your skin. Current prices are listed on our prices page, and your practitioner will confirm the cost for you at consultation.
Chemical peels: frequently asked questions
The questions people ask most before booking a DermaQuest peel. Anything else can be covered at your consultation.
Related treatments and guides
These pages cover the concerns peels are used for and the treatments they are most often compared with.
- DermaQuest Active Facials
- Hydrofacial
- Skin analysis
- Microneedling
- Thulium laser
- Pigmentation
- Melasma
How DermaQuest peels differ from DermaQuest Active Facials and a Hydrofacial
| Feature | DermaQuest peels | DermaQuest Active Facials | Hydrofacial |
|---|---|---|---|
| What it is | Professional chemical exfoliation and resurfacing | Targeted professional active facial | Hydro-dermabrasion (aqua-peel) facial |
| How it works | Controlled topical acids or resurfacing formulations that speed up exfoliation and renewal | Professional topical formulations selected for your concern | Fluid-based cleansing, exfoliation, extraction and hydration steps |
| Main focus | Pigmentation, sun damage, congestion, post-acne marks, texture, fine lines, pores and dullness | Ageing, pigmentation, congestion, sensitivity, dehydration, dullness and overall skin health | Congestion, blackheads, dehydration, dullness, pores and maintenance |
| Category | Corrective resurfacing treatment | Targeted advanced facial, not automatically a peel | Cleansing, hydration and maintenance facial |
Frequently asked questions
DermaQuest peels are professional chemical exfoliation and resurfacing treatments that use controlled topical acids or resurfacing formulations to speed up exfoliation and skin renewal. At Naomi Waite Aesthetics in Lancaster they are used for concerns such as pigmentation, sun damage, congestion, post-acne marks, texture, fine lines, pores and dullness. They are a corrective category, separate from Hydrofacial and DermaQuest Active Facials.
What you feel depends on the peel chosen and how sensitive your skin is, and some people notice stinging or tingling while a peel is on the skin. Your practitioner monitors your skin throughout and will explain what to expect before starting. Tell them straight away if anything feels uncomfortable.
It depends on your concern, your skin and the peel selected. Some concerns are approached with a series of peels as part of a wider plan, and your practitioner will recommend what suits you at consultation. We do not promise a set result from any number of peels.
It depends on the peel. Some cause visible peeling, flaking or redness and others very little, so we do not quote a fixed downtime until your peel has been chosen. Your aftercare will include protecting your skin from the sun and not picking at any flaking skin.
Suitability depends on your skin, your medical history, the medication and skincare you use, and any recent treatments or sun exposure. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, tell the clinic, as a peel may not be suitable. Your practitioner will assess all of this at consultation and suggest an alternative if a peel is not right for you.
The price depends on the peel and the plan recommended for your skin. Current prices are listed on our prices page, and your practitioner will confirm the cost at your consultation in Lancaster once your skin has been assessed.
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