Zip Zap Peel
Carbon Laser Peel
Zip Zap Peel
$250
A carbon laser peel is a superficial treatment that helps with acne, enlarged pores, oily skin, and uneven skin tone. They're sometimes called carbon laser facials. Despite the name, a carbon laser peel isn't a traditional chemical peel. Instead, we use a carbon solution and our laser to create a peeling effect!
Laser carbon peels are typically very effective for improving the look of oily skin and large pores. If you have severe acne or acne scarring, it may take several treatments before you see full results. Fine lines and wrinkles should also be visibly diminished after one or more treatments.
What other benefits are there?
Smoothening & Brightening of Skin
Deep Exfoliation of the Skin
Lightening Age spots and Dark spots
Lift and tighten the skin
The advanced carbon peel rejuvenation is a suitable treatment for those looking to improve the skin’s elasticity, lift and tighten the skin. The procedure is useful to moisturize the skin and give it a stout appearance with bright and glowing skin tone As the laser perforates through the deep layers of the skin, it is thought to speed up the production of collagen, meaning firmer, lighter, brighter and more youthful looking skin!
Is it safe for all skin types?
YES! The carbon laser peel is safe on all skin tones and types.
Which is better, a chemical peel or a laser peel?
A carbon laser peel tends to rejuvenate skin via the heat generated from the laser treatment, whereas a chemical peel tends to achieve similar results via a chemical reaction. As a result of the varying mechanisms, those prone to eczema or who have sensitive skin may be better suited for a carbon laser peel.
How many treatments should I get?
Three to five treatments over a period of 2 to 3 months with a booster treatment every six months is recommended for the best results. For a special event it is recommended that treatments be completed a week pre-event to allow for the regenerative benefits of the skin to emerge.
What’s the downtime/possible side effects?
Side effects linked with a carbon peel facial procedure are minimal, as it’s a minimally invasive procedure. Commonly it can cause slight redness and tingling sensation at the treatment site for a few hours post treatment.
Does it hurt?
There is no pain with the Carbon Peel Facial treatment.
During the treatment, you may experience slight tingling and heat on the skin, which is normal while the laser works on the thin layer of the carbon peel. It almost feels like an itchy zap!
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Conditions that would mean you are not able to have this treatment:
Conditions affecting your Immune System
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) an autoimmune disease often referred to simply as “Lupus”.
Severe Rheumatoid Arthritis especially if treated with “Gold Injections” or Methotrexate
Any other known auto-immune disorder
Any other disease affecting your immune function e.g. following removal of your Spleen
Liver disease such as Hepatitis A, B, C
HIV
Bleeding Abnormalities
Haemophilia, Von Willibrands Disease, Thrombocytopenia
Blood Thinning Medication
Anticoagulants such as Warfarin, Heparin, Clexane Or Dabigatron
High doses of Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Diclofenac (NB Prophylactic slow release Aspirin at 75 mg day or less is acceptable)
Skin Conditions
Prone to Keloid or very thick scarring
Vitiligo or any other skin pigmentation problem
Psoriasis on treatment area
Cancer treatment
Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) for Cancer
Chemotherapy/Radiotherapy for Cancer, Leukaemia, Myeloma or Lymphoma
Other Conditions
Currently Pregnant
Breast Feeding
Acute or Chronic Kidney Disease
Type 1 Diabetes
Implants / Metal Plates/ or Pacemakers in treatment area
Conditions that need a doctor’s letter to confirm the treatment is suitable before treatments can begin:
Epilepsy
Transplant Anti-Rejection Drugs
Thyroid Disease
Heart Disease
Hypertension (High blood pressure treated with medication)
Cancer - after 12 months
Type 2 diabetes
The list below is of things that require a waiting period until you can start treatments:
Active Herpes simplex (Cold Sores) - wait 2 weeks until its healed and use antiviral medication a few days before and continue a week after treatment
Acute fungal infections - Wait until the condition has cleared until having your treatment
UV exposure from sunbathing or sunbeds - wait 4 weeks before your starting your treatment and please note you cannot sunbath or go on a sunbed during your course of treatment
Chemical Peel, Microdermabrasion or Radio Frequency - wait 4 weeks before starting treatments and do not have in the area during your treatment course.
Medical Chemical Peels, Dermabrasion, Laser Skin Resurfacing or Face Lift at site of treatment - wait 6 months before starting treatments and do not have in the area during your treatment course.
Drugs & Herbal Remedies
Fever Few or St John’s Wort - both of these herbs are photosensitising. We recommend that you stop taking these for 4 weeks prior to your treatment for the herb to be completely cleared from their system before treatment - otherwise client skin may be burned.
Over the counter pain relief e.g. non-steroidal Antiinflammatory/pain relief drugs such as Ibuprofen and/or Aspirin these must be allowed to clear from a client’s system before any treatment – suggest a delay of one – two weeks before treatment begins.
Prescribed a drug for a short term (course of less than six weeks) by their GP/Hospital. The course should be finished and wait at least a further six weeks for any drug to be completely excreted from their system before having treatment. (Notable drugs that can cause problems during laser and or IPL use are Tetracycline antibiotics and steroids)
Prescribed a long term drug (a course lasting longer than 6 weeks) by their GP/Hospital. The client should be referred back to the prescribing doctor for a letter of authorization for the treatment to go ahead. Notable long term drugs that can cause problems are Acutane used in Acne treatments (specifically listed on Medical History form), Minocin which is an antibiotic (frequently used in long term Acne therapy) and Amioderone a drug used in Cardiology.