Obsolete peels of the past, without exception, epitomize the “no pain, no gain” approach to skin care. Before Vi Peel, the deeper the peel, the more painful, the more downtime, the better the results. Vi Peel is the first Next Generation Aesthetic. It is virtually painless, yet produces dramatic visible results in just days with little downtime.

Sun exposure should be limited and adequate protection with a good sunscreen should be used. As part of the Vi Derm™ Skin Care System, sunscreen is provided to the patient along with moisturizer. However, the Vi Peel was created to be practical. The only days where exposure to the sun should be seriously avoided are days three and four, when the skin is peeling, to avoid uneven exposure. After that, the patient can enjoy moderate sun exposure.

The doctor can perform the Vi Peel, as well as a licensed nurse or certified aesthetician. Each state has its own rules and regulations, however, so the doctor is responsible for seeking the advice of his legal advisor to ensure compliance.

It’s as easy as 3-4-7. With a single 3-4 minute application, 100% guaranteed results are dramatic in just seven days!

Again, the Vi Peel was created to be practical. We only ask that the solution be left on the skin for five hours prior to exercising, washing it off immediately before commencing exercise.

All types of skin respond well to the Vi Peel. For the first time, Afro-American and darker skin types such as some Asian and Latin skins can experience anti-aging and restorative skin care previously unavailable.

Our first line of defense is tretinoin, with a prescription line of products that takes the patient through the necessary steps of maintaining new skin. The Vi Derm Skin Care System should be used on a daily basis for best results. No. By sloughing off the old skin, forcing the body to recreate new skin at a faster rate in a sequence faster than its own rate, the skin actually thickens, stimulating the underlying structure to make more collagen and elastin.

Of course. In some cases, the physician may recommend pre-medication prior to the peel. If the patient breaks out with a sudden cold sore the day of the peel, often the Vi Peel will eliminate the sore and medication may be started concurrently.

There are three types of chemical peels, ranging from mild to strong -- alphahydroxy acids (AHAs), tricholoroacetic acid (TCA) and phenol

They are applied in layers, and penetrate the skin before they are activated with ice-cold water. Traditional peels do not penetrate and have to burn their way through the skin in order to have an effect, hence side-effects and problems afterwards are greater.

It uses the synergy of all available and known modes of action of various acids to produce a multitude of positive effects. It tackles skin problems at the cellular level rather than just burning skin off. Thanks to the concerted actions of its many acids and vitamins, it will help erase fine lines and wrinkles, shrink enlarged pores and build collagen and elastin which tighten skin.

The skin on the neck responds well. The Vi Peel has proven to help improve texture and quality with gradual softening of the lines and some tightening effects.

The skin will look slightly tan to red immediately after the peel. On days one and two the skin will feel slightly tighter with no visible signs of having had a peel except for looking slightly tan, as if the patient just returned from a relaxing weekend at a resort. Any pigmented areas might appear somewhat darker, which is a good sign. On about day three, the patient begins to peel. The first signs of peeling usually begin around the mouth area, continuing for a day or two.