Chemical peels for the body are an effective treatment option for a range of skin concerns, including hyperpigmentation, dryness, body acne, and scarring. While facial skincare often receives the most attention, the skin on the rest of your body is equally susceptible to similar issues. Body peel treatments are designed to address nearly every skin concern by removing damaged skin layers and encouraging the turnover of skin cells. In addition to peels, complementary treatments such as LED Xpert Light Skin Therapy or Skin Needling may also be considered to further enhance skin rejuvenation.
Benefits of Chemical Peels on the Body
Reduction in the visibility of stretch marks
Improvement in the appearance of discolouration and age spots
Decreased body acne and scarring, including acne-related and surgical scars
Alleviation of skin dryness
Smoother skin texture, including improvement of bumpy skin (keratosis pilaris)
Enhancement of overall skin tone and texture
Stimulation of skin cell turnover
Boost in collagen and elastin production
Versatility, with the ability to customise treatments for sensitive skin types and all skin tones
Contraindications to Body Skin Peels
Before scheduling a body peel, a comprehensive assessment of your skin and medical background will be conducted. It is important to be transparent and inform the practitioner of any factors that may affect your suitability for treatment. Limitations and contraindications include:
Common Treatment Areas
Everyday activities, such as leaning on elbows or kneeling, can create friction on areas like the knees and elbows. This friction stimulates melanin production as a protective response, often resulting in darker, rougher skin in these regions. Below are some of the most frequently treated areas:
Knees: Chemical peels exfoliate the top layer of skin on the knees, resulting in smoother and more evenly toned skin.
Elbows: Constant friction makes elbows prone to becoming rough and discoloured. Gentle exfoliation with lactic acid can lighten dark patches and improve texture, making elbows appear brighter and smoother.
Hands: Peels rejuvenate delicate hand skin and help reduce wrinkles, leaving hands smoother and more youthful in appearance.
Underarms: Discolouration in the underarm area is often caused by shaving and friction. Peels can brighten and smooth this sensitive skin, providing a more even tone. Gentle superficial peels are recommended, with treatment timings coordinated around hair removal sessions.
Inner Thighs: Friction frequently results in darker skin on the inner thighs. Peels can brighten and smoothen this area, improving skin tone.
Buttocks: Chemical peels can help with uneven pigmentation or rough patches, making buttock skin smoother in both texture and tone.
Back Acne/Chest Acne (Bacne): Acne on the chest and back can be persistent. Body skin peels exfoliate these areas, reduce acne lesions, enhance texture, and help prevent future breakouts.
Body Scars: Chemical peels are also effective in reducing the appearance of various body scars and discolouration, leading to smoother and more even-toned skin.
Treatment Pricing Details
Treatment costs vary depending on the specific area of the body selected for the procedure. Our pricing structure starts at £50, with the final amount determined by the size and nature of the area to be treated. During your initial consultation, you will receive clear information regarding the exact price applicable to your chosen treatment area, ensuring transparency before any procedure begins.
| Body Peel Treatment - Consultation | 60 min | £50 | A pre-treatment consultation holds equal significance to the actual aesthetic procedure. Clients are strongly encouraged to participate in the Skin Assessment, informal discussions about their skin and home skincare products. It provides an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of your skin condition, discuss your concerns, provide you with an opportunity to ask questions and foster a professional relationship ensuring that all concerns are addressed and expectations are clearly established. Treatment Costs & Pricing vary depending on the specific area of the body selected for the procedure. The consultation fee is redeemable against the cost of any aesthetic treatment, provided the treatment is completed within 4 weeks of the initial consultation. |
| Expert Lab S25 - Purifying Body Peel | 60 min | From £50 | The Expert Lab S25 – Purifying Peel contains pharmaceutical-grade ingredients that has a notably keratolytic effect on the skin. Salicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid (BHA) renowned for its significant comedolytic, anti-microbial, and anti-inflammatory properties. It is capable of penetrating the sebum channel, where it helps to regulate sebum secretion. This action promotes desquamation and provides relief from skin imperfections, while also reducing the risk of future breakouts. Salicylic Acid is particularly recommended for individuals with oily skin that has an acneic tendency, offering targeted support for these skin types. It is intended for addressing: Acne | Acne scars | Sebum secretion regulation | Keratolytic action | Minimising the size of pores | Preparatory peeling Treatment Costs & Pricing vary depending on the specific area of the body selected for the procedure. The consultation fee is redeemable against the cost of any aesthetic treatment, provided the treatment is completed within 4 weeks of the initial consultation. |
| Expert Lab M40 - Clarifying Body Peel | 60 min | From £50 | Expert Lab M40 Peel is a Mandelic Acid Peel – an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) known for its depigmentation properties. It is particularly effective at fading and, in some cases, completely eliminating dark spots from the skin. By stimulating the synthesis of collagen and proteoglycans, Mandelic Acid actively promotes skin rejuvenation. Its high molecular weight enables it to penetrate the skin more slowly, resulting in a gentler and more progressive exfoliation that is suitable for less tolerant or sensitive skin types. The treatment stimulates the synthesis of collagen and proteoglycans, which are essential for maintaining skin’s firmness and elasticity. Facilitating the gentle removal of dead skin cells and promoting the renewal of the skin’s surface, it is intended for addressing: Ageing & Chronic Ageing | Melasma | Uneven pigmentation | Pallid skin, Loss of radiance & Lack of Radiance | Dilated pores | Excessive sebum secretion This treatment is suitable for all skin types and can be performed year-round due to its non-photosensitising nature. Treatment Costs & Pricing vary depending on the specific area of the body selected for the procedure. The consultation fee is redeemable against the cost of any aesthetic treatment, provided the treatment is completed within 4 weeks of the initial consultation. |
| Expert Lab P40 - Anti-Ageing & Rejuvenating Body Peel | 60 min | From £50 | The Expert Lab Anti-Ageing & Rejuvenating Peel contains Pyruvic Acid – an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) renowned for its high hydrating capacity, pyruvic acid stimulates the production of new collagen fibres, elastin, and glycoproteins. Thanks to its high lipophilia and low molecular weight, it penetrates deeply into the skin layers. This makes it especially effective for addressing medium and deep wrinkles, delivering a pronounced anti-ageing effect. Its depigmenting and anti-ageing actions work to enhance both the texture and luminosity of the skin. It is intended for addressing: Delivers effective anti-ageing results | Smoothes fine lines & wrinkles | Has a lifting effect | Restoring skin density and firmness |Ensures deep penetration for maximum efficacy | Dry or Dehydrated skin types in need of intensive hydration. This treatment is suitable for all skin types and can be performed year-round due to its non-photosensitising nature. Treatment Costs & Pricing vary depending on the specific area of the body selected for the procedure. The consultation fee is redeemable against the cost of any aesthetic treatment, provided the treatment is completed within 4 weeks of the initial consultation. |