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At-home skincare is a great way to save money. It allows you total control over what products you use and how you apply them. Facial peels at home are the perfect example. By applying a facial peel at home, you can easily choose a product that suits your needs and lifestyle best. Keep reading to find out one of my top recommendations!
'Peel' can seem like a scary word when you're thinking about a product for your face! However, when used correctly, they're more like a cheerleader for your skin. They cheer on the growth of new cells by clearing away any accumulated dead skin. This gives you a more even tone and can even reduce the appearance of age spots and wrinkles.
There are different kinds of facial peel masks and also different strengths, which is helpful to know when you're shopping around for the right peel for you. A light strength chemical peel will have an overall cleansing and tightening effect. The effects are immediate, leaving you with a brighter skin tone. With repeated treatments, you will see more long-term effects, such as a reduction in the appearance of age spots and scarring.
A stronger facial peel, even one that's medium strength, can leave skin noticeably smoother right away. However, it can also increase the risk of skin damage and can cause irritation for about 48 hours afterward. Make sure to avoid exfoliating during that time, so you don't further irritate your skin.
Facial peels often have the consistency of a thick liquid or gel and are easy to apply. When washed off after the recommended amount of time, a peel takes excess dead skin with it, leaving a shining face underneath that should feel like you just gave it a deep cleanse.
Often, peels will be offered in series, with a bit of recovery time in between each set. For example, a light peel might be repeated in a set of five weekly treatments, where you would see gradual results every week that add up to healthier, clearer skin by the end. After a set of light peels, I always recommend you take a break for four to six weeks before doing another set.
For medium peels, I recommend spacing them farther apart — about every three to four months — since they exfoliate deeper layers of skin. To treat deeper acne scars or skin injuries, you might do a medium peel in a set of three or four applications over a the course of a year, before a break of about six months.
One of my favorite benefits of using facial peels at home is the control you have over the product you use. Because facial peels use chemicals to exfoliate and target deeper layers of facial skin, choosing the right peel for your skin is easier at home than being limited to products available at a dermatology clinic. This could be a product with a charcoal-derived buffer that protects you more if you have oily skin, or a product with Vitamin C to strengthen your skin after the treatment of the peel.
When you apply facial peels at home you also get the chance to do it whenever you are ready without having to book an appointment and wait for availability. Instead, you can book yourself your own spa day at home!
Do you need help applying a facial peel the right way? Watch my video on how to apply a facial peel mask safely to maximize its effects.
Now that you have the flexibility to choose what ingredients you want in your facial peel mask, here are a couple of my suggestions. One of the most sought-after ingredients in a facial peel is glycolic acid. It is a natural acid that removes the top layer of skin cells and is often less irritating than typical exfoliators, since there is no need for scrubbing. Some studies also show it can help reverse sun damage on the skin.
Other effective ingredients to look for include vitamin C, which helps to boost collagen production helping to work against sagging; Centella asiatica, which helps to calm and soothe your skin; and arbutin, which can help treat age spots and even your skin tone without increasing your skin's sun sensitivity. Hyaluronic acid and glycerin are two fantastic ingredients for those with dry skin, while oily skin gets extra benefits from ingredients derived from charcoal.
The PLLA Pro Micro Peel is truly unlike any other peel. It comes from the House of PLLA®'s line of facial filling products from South Korea. One of the features that I think makes this light peel special is that its chemical composition makes it safe for weekly use. It contains 24.5% acids that are then buffered by other, calming ingredients. The combination makes it potent but safer for more consistent use than most products, allowing you to really maximize the product's effects.
Another unique feature is its addition of PLLA, or poly-L-lactic acid, and growth factors that work together to create a volumizing experience for your skin. It works hard to encourage the growth of new skin cells that make your skin more taut, reducing facial wrinkles and age spots.
Like I said, the combination of all of these means that the PLLA Pro Micro Peel is very potent, so you only need to leave it on for one minute before washing it off. It treats your skin gently, but you can still see quick results from this facial peel that continues to tighten your skin and promote an even skin tone with each use.
Facial peels rejuvenate and refresh your skin and your overall appearance. They are one of many products and skincare tips I share at the Christine Byer Beauty Club. I offer a 14-Day FREE preview with full access to everything in the Club. Get personalized support for your questions and have access to savings and the opportunity to win a FREE consultation. If you don’t find value in your membership, cancel within the 14 days at no charge.
What makes K-beauty really special is in the formulation and ingredients. I've noticed that many Korean skincare products are cruelty-free, rarely have added fragrances, and often use natural ingredients that aren't well-known in the Western world. Keep reading to learn more about these special ingredients, as well as where to find them in my go-to skincare products.
