Peeling is controlled exfoliation: the cosmetologist applies an acid or enzyme that loosens the bonds between dead cells, allowing the epidermis to exfoliate layer by layer. The epidermis naturally renews itself approximately every 28 days, but after the age of thirty this cycle becomes longer and dead cells accumulate on the surface. An at-home scrub removes only what lies on the surface — professional peeling works deeper, while the cosmetologist controls how deeply it acts.
The effect is stronger when the pores are clear beforehand, which is why facial cleansing often precedes the first session of the treatment course.
Types of Peeling
It all comes down to one thing: how deeply the product works.
Enzyme peeling works at the most superficial level — enzymes from papaya and pineapple break down only dead proteins in the epidermis without affecting living cells, so there is no burning or redness. It is the most common first step for people who have not previously used acids.
Acid peeling works deeper. Almond Facial Peel, glycolic, salicylic or azelaic acid — selected according to the skin concern, not current trends. Acids target pigmentation, acne scars and enlarged pores, and the treatment finishes with neutralisation of the product.
Retinol and combination formulas work at the deepest level: they reach the dermis and require several days of peeling, but provide the strongest effect — smoother wrinkles, tighter-looking pores and a more even skin tone. PRX-T33 stands apart, as it regenerates the skin at a deeper level without damaging the surface — without visible peeling or several days of flaking skin.
Indications for Peeling
The cosmetologist may recommend peeling when:
- the epidermis is thickened and rough, and cream spreads unevenly over it
- there are spots on the face left by sun exposure, pregnancy or breakouts
- pores on the nose and cheeks are enlarged and become clogged quickly
- acne scars have changed the skin’s texture
- the first wrinkles have appeared and the skin has lost density
- the skin looks dull after years of sun exposure
Which Peeling Should You Choose?
For acne-prone skin, the cosmetologist uses salicylic acid when there are inflammatory lesions, or azelaic acid when the skin reacts to almost everything with redness. Peeling for oily skin is based on the same salicylic acid, but planned as a treatment course.
Peeling for sensitive skin starts with enzymes or mandelic acid at a low concentration — they are less likely to trigger a reaction. For pigmentation after pregnancy and summer, a chemical peel based on glycolic acid is used, but only during the autumn and winter season. Acne scars and enlarged pores require combination formulas and targeted treatment, while peeling for men involves anti-inflammatory acids because the main concern is usually ingrown hairs after shaving.
The cosmetologist determines the concentration during the consultation after checking the thickness of the epidermis and how the skin reacted to products used previously.
What Does Peeling Do? Results and Their Progression
On the day of the treatment, the skin feels firm, looks slightly pink and is noticeably softer to the touch. Over the following days, processes that are not immediately visible take place: with acids and retinol, the epidermis begins to peel, while with enzymes it does not peel at all. By the end of the week, a new layer is already at the surface — the complexion looks more even and brighter than before the appointment.
The remaining results build over the course of treatments. Pigmentation gradually fades, acne scars become shallower, and pores appear tighter with each subsequent treatment. After the full course, the skin has a denser structure and the more even tone lasts for months.
Facial massage works separately on firmness and facial contours and fits well into the intervals between treatments.
How Often Should You Have Peeling?
Enzyme peeling allows for shorter intervals than acid peeling, while retinol peeling requires the longest break — the deeper the product works, the more time the epidermis needs to recover. The cosmetologist determines the exact interval and length of the treatment course during the first appointment.
Peeling Contraindications
We do not perform the treatment in cases of:
- active inflammation or allergic skin reactions
- active herpes
- fresh wounds or scratches on the face
- a tendency to develop keloid scars
- pregnancy
- intolerance to any ingredients in the product
Some acids are postponed until the autumn and winter season — after summer sun exposure, the risk of pigmentation increases.
