Custom Clinical Facials and Peels
Vitale’s clinical facials and peels deliver visible change for those seeking exceptional skin rejuvenation. Using some of the best available medical-grade products together with comprehensive extraction and peeling techniques, customization is a key to delivering optimum aesthetic results. Whether you are challenged with acne, blackheads, age spots, oily or dry skin, or acne scarring, we will work with your biology to find the remedy.

Our specially formulated medical-grade "lunchtime" skin peels measurably improve the appearance of the skin and allow patients to immediately apply make-up and continue with their usual activities. Facial peels remove the outer, “dead” layers of the skin or epidermis. This allows the epidermis to become more permeable to nutrients. Chemical peels dissolve the bonds between cells, making the wall more porous further increasing product intake by the dermis. The peel smoothes skin texture, decreases the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, tightens skin, & helps to minimize the appearance of acne discoloration and scarring. Results are visible immediately but repeated treatments are necessary for full effect. A specific chemical peel will be chosen depending on your skin’s balance (oiliness, dryness, etc) to help balance its pH (acidity).

These medical-grade chemical peels are great additions to microdermabrasion and can be performed in the same session. The peels are only available under physician supervision. Reversal is six treatments, maintenance every three to six months

Who can benefit from acid peels?
Superficial acid peels can be performed on patients of all Fitzpatrick skin types with good results. Contraindications are few. However, acid peels should not be performed on any patient with known history of dermatologic disorders that manifest in skin sensitivity, any patient with known sensitivity and/or allergy to any component of the peeling agent, and all patients who have unrealistic expectations and are known to be non-compliant with at-home management and treatment specifications.

What acid peels can do for me?

What acid peels CANNOT do for me?

What can I expect after the chemical peel treatment?
Shortly after the application of the peeling agent, most people experience a transient stinging sensation. This sensation may be mild or intense. Each patient is different and will have a unique experience. The use of a small fan during the treatment helps some patients feel more comfortable. The procedure may be mildly to moderately uncomfortable for most patients, but is rarely painful. After the peel, the patient may experience mild to moderate erythema and edema for 6 to 24 hours post peel. Mild erythema may persist until healing is complete. Healing may take up to seven days with mild to moderate flaking and/or peeling of the treated areas. It may be necessary to schedule a series of treatments for the patient to see the maximum benefit from this type of resurfacing.

What kind of complications can be expected?
Complications from superficial peeling agents are rare. The most common side effects of peeling agents may include persistent erythema, irritation and increased sensitivity. Less common is hyper pigmentation. These side effects are usually transient. It is imperative that patients follow the prescribed at-home care regimen. This will minimize the potential risk of infection and maximize the benefits of the procedure.