Chemical peels
Non-traumatic resurfacing at a strength matched to your skin — from a lunchtime refresh to a planned course.
By appointment · North Scottsdale
A peel is a dial, not a switch. Most clients need far less intensity than they expect.
Marina is certified in non-traumatic peel technique, which means selecting the mildest formulation that will do the job and building strength across a course if needed. Nothing about it should be alarming.
What it is
A solution of acids is applied for a controlled time to loosen the bonds between surface cells, so dull, uneven layers shed and clearer skin is revealed underneath.
Strength ranges from a superficial refresh with no visible flaking to a medium-depth peel with several days of shedding. The choice is made after looking at your skin, not booked in advance.
What it can address
Benefits
Strength on a dial
The same appointment can be gentle or assertive depending on what your skin can take that day.
Fast turnaround
A superficial peel leaves you brighter within days with no visible flaking.
Stacks well
Peels alternate neatly with microneedling and facials across a longer plan.
Not frightening
Non-traumatic technique means no dramatic sheeting or hiding indoors for a week.
The appointment
Skin check
Barrier condition, recent actives and sun exposure decide which formulation is used.
Cleanse and prep
Thorough double cleanse and degrease so the acid works evenly.
Application
Applied in layers and timed closely. Expect tingling and warmth for a few minutes.
Neutralise and protect
Neutralised, calmed, and finished with barrier support and SPF.
Marina will often talk you out of the strongest peel. Skin that is peeling constantly is not improving — it is inflamed.
Meet MarinaQuestions
Not with the technique Marina uses. Superficial peels usually produce nothing visible; medium peels produce light flaking around the mouth and nose for a few days.