Before your treatment:

1–2 weeks before your Peel you will be asked to stop using specific skincare products and avoid certain treatments. These skincare products include Retinoids (e.g., Retin-A, tretinoin), AHAs/BHAs (glycolic, salicylic acid, lactic acid), Benzoyl Peroxide, depilatory cream or any strong acne medications. Treatments to avoid prior to your peel include facial waxing, lasers, microdermabrasion, exfoliating treatments. Patients must also avoid direct sun exposure or tanning beds. These skincare products can increase sensitivity or thin the skin, raising the risk of irritation or post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.

The day before the peel you will be asked to stop using any active skincare ingredients (retinoids, exfoliants), avoid alcohol, heavy sun exposure, and saunas or intense workouts.

The day of the Peel it is best to arrive with makeup-free skin. Do not shave the treated area the same day. It is advised to bring a hat or sunscreen if you will be outdoors afterward, and to wear loose clothing that won’t rub against your face or treated areas.

Your Consultation:

Your appointment will begin with an in-consultation.  Dr. Caroline Warden will talk through your expectations and your goals, the procedure itself, the potential risks, and discuss your relevant medical history.

If you are medically suitable and you are happy to go ahead with the treatment we will then ask you to read and sign a consent form, and take some before photos.  Unless you have consented for us to publish them, these photos are purely for our records and will not be used without your permission, in accordance with data protection. 

During your procedure:

Your skin is cleansed thoroughly to remove oil, dirt, and makeup.

• No pre-treatment numbing is needed—Phenol (in the peel) has mild anesthetic properties.

• The Perfect Peel solution is applied in layers using soft gauze

• You may feel a mild tingling or stinging sensation, which usually subsides in 90 seconds

After your treatment:

Following the procedure we will take some ‘after’ photos for our records. Your photos will not be shared unless you have consented for us to do so.

• The solution is not washed off and it is left on the skin for 6–8 hours to work deeply.

• You will receive a take-home post-peel kit with:

  • Post-peel towelettes (used later the same day and next morning)

  • A moisturiser to soothe and hydrate

  • Instructions for the peeling phase

We will talk through our aftercare advice, and provide you with both a digital and a physical copy to take home with you. You will also have Dr. Caroline’s private number to contact her if you have any concerns or questions.

Post-Peel Timeline

Day 1:
Skin looks shiny, slightly red or tight.

Day 2–3:
Peeling begins, especially around the mouth and nose.

Day 4–5:
Heavier peeling, flaking continues.

Day 6–7:
Peeling slows, fresh skin revealed.

Week 2+:
Skin continues to improve in clarity, tone, and texture.

Week 4+

You should see the full results of your peel.