VI Peel is a medium-depth chemical peel that penetrates the top layer of skin, called the epidermis, reaching into the dermis underneath. It uses a blend of ingredients that exfoliate the skin and stimulate the production of new proteins, improving skin texture, correcting pigmentary issues, and treating signs of aging. The product used in VI Peels is made up of a blend of active ingredients, including trichloroacetic acid (TCA), phenol, salicylic acid, vitamin C, and tretinoin. Each peel contains a formulated set of ingredients that combine to help treat a specific skin issue. The VI Peel comes in multiple varieties, and each peel contains a different set of ingredients that combine to help treat a specific skin issue.
Positive aspects of VI Peel:
- VI Peel is a safe and effective treatment suitable for all skin types.
- VI Peel is a virtually painless treatment that requires no skin preparation and has little downtime.
- VI Peel promotes cellular turnover and refines the surface layer of the skin for a smoother, firmer, clearer, and more youthful appearance.
Negative aspects of VI Peel:
- VI Peels are generally well-tolerated, but some people may experience side effects such as burning pain, skin discoloration, swelling, blistering, itchiness, allergic reaction, or infection.
- VI Peel is a medium-depth chemical peel that penetrates the top layer of skin, so it may not be suitable for people with sensitive skin.
Ingredients or materials in VI Peel:
- Trichloroacetic acid (TCA) (10 to 12 percent)
- Phenol (10 to 12 percent)
- Salicylic acid (10 to 12 percent)
- Vitamin C (4 percent)
- Tretinoin (0.1 to 0.4 percent)
- Benzoyl Peroxide (in VI Peel Purify)
- Kojic Acid (in VI Peel Purify)
- Hydroquinone (in VI Peel Precision Plus and VI Peel Purify with Precision Plus)