OBAGI Blue Peel Radiance

An OBAGI Blue Peel can effectively improve a wide variety of skin conditions including fine lines and wrinkles, uneven pigmentation, shallow acne scars, sun-damaged skin and freckling.

The Obagi face peel is a salicylic acid face peel, it also contains other active ingredients such as lactic acid and glycolic acid which work to exfoliate and brighten the complexion. A skin peel is a cosmetic treatment that removes a layer of damaged skin from the face to reveal the newer, healthier layer beneath, leaving your skin fresh, renewed and radiant.

You must stop using any active skincare products, e.g. containing retinol, glycolic, other AHA’s or bleaching products, for 3 days prior to your peel

It is recommended that you have not had sunbed treatment or experienced sunburn or any other form of burn to the face in the 2 weeks prior to your peel

It is best practice to avoid any form of exfoliation or skin resurfacing treatment prior and post peel procedure including Laser, Peels, Waxing, Microdermabrasion & Electrolysis. (2-4 weeks either side)

If your skin barrier is impaired (dry) then you will need to prepare the skin before your Obagi Blue Radiance Peel. Our skin specialist will be able to provide you with medical skincare products to restore your skin barrier before your peel. If you think that this might be the case please contact us so we can arrange for you to start applying these products before you come for your treatment.

Active ingredients that you must stop using include:

• Topical retinoids and tretinoin (including Retin-A, Renova, Differin, Tazorac, Refissa)
• Other topical acids or exfoliants that may be drying or irritating to the skin (such as alpha hydroxyl acids [AHAs], beta hydroxyl acids [BHAs], exfoliating masks, retinol, benzoyl peroxide)
• Hydroquinone or any other skin lightening agents.

Most people can have an Obagi Blue peel radiance as long as the following do not apply:

• Pregnancy
• Breast Feeding or Lactating
• Allergic to Aspirin
• Used Ro-Accutane within the last 6 months
• Cold Sores
• Keloid Scaring
• Type 1 Diabetes
• Under 18 years of age
• Known allergies to ingredients
• Undiagnosed skin lesions (must be checked by a specialist Doctor/Dermatologist prior to treatment)
• Eczema and psoriasis to the face and any barrier dysfunction
• Previous issues with peels If type 2 Diabetes

• You will need to apply both aftercare products recommended by Bodilight for at least 14 days after your peel (although we recommend long term use)
• You should avoid sweating, exercising, hot baths and showers for 72 hours after your peel; avoid scrubbing, picking or rubbing the skin for 5 days after your treatment.
• Avoid strong sun exposure e.g sunbathing with face in sun, and tanning beds for at least 14 days after your treatment.
• Avoid any form of exfoliation or skin resurfacing treatment prior and post peel procedure including Laser, Peels, Waxing, Microdermabrasion & Electrolysis for 2-4 weeks.

This Obagi Blue Peel Radiance is an incredibly safe treatment for most people. In the majority of cases, there are very few side effects. Patients may experience a slight redness in the treatment area, or develop acne in the form of whiteheads that should subside fairly swiftly after treatment. Other risks include:

• Transient Burning Irritation Erythema Scarring (Rare)
• Post-inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH) (rare)
• Infection (rare)

The number of treatments needed varies depending on the type of peel and the skin concern(s) being treated.

Some clients have the Obagi Blue Radiance Peel as a one-off to freshen the skin or control breakouts. However, as it is a superficial peel you would need a course of 3 to 6 treatments to see dramatic results or treat actual skin conditions. For example, as a chemical peel for acne or chemical peel for hyperpigmentation you would need this number of treatments. For best results, a peel is recommended every 2-4 weeks.

Peeling agents may cause a burning sensation and there are risks involved, however the Blue Peels have built-in safety mechanism to prevent the provider from allowing the chemical agent to over penetrate.

Yes. You will need to use a medical moisturiser to assist the shedding of dead skin after your chemical face peel. You will also need to wear an approved medical SPF following your peel for at least 14 days (although we recommend it long term). Both products can be provided at Bodilight to take with you after treatment.