Corrective Skin Treatments

Non-surgical procedures for skin correction

Dr. Robinson has a variety of non-surgical related corrective skin treatments.

Chemical Peels

Dr. Robinson Utilizes Chemical Peels To Treat The Following:

• Age Spots
• Discoloration (blotchy complextion, uneven skin tone)
• Fine lines (especially around the eyes and around the mouth)
• Dull complextion
• Freckles
• Rough leathery skin

Chemical peels can treat a variety of skin conditions by removing dead cells, rejuvenating the skin and allowing for more efficient product absorption. We offer a variety of enzymes and acids for all levels of skin rejuvenation and all skin types from La Roche Posay, Physicians's Choice of Arizona and Rhonda Allison. Bring skin to its optimum potential for health and beauty.

Trichloroacetic Acid Peel

TCA Produces A Controlled Shedding Of Several Layers Of Damaged Cells.

Trichloroacetic Acid Peels exposes a new, fresh layer of more even color and smoother textured skin. In addition, the peel stimulates new cells to grow, thereby tightening the skin, which decreases the wrinkling.

The Trichloroacetic Acid (TCA) Peel, a medium peel, is one of the most popular and reliable treatments for skin imperfections. TCA treatments can be used in varying concentrations. When used in a controlled fashion, TCA peels produce improvement in collagen and elastin in the skin and reduction of fine wrinkling, acne scars, and dark spots. TCA’s produce a deeper penetration than light peels such as glycolic.

The draw back is that a medium peel causes the skin to appear to have severe sunburn for about one week. A person having a medium peel must keep the treated skin out of the sun and protected with ointment.

* The most common side effect after a peel is brown discoloration of the skin. This is usually reversible but can rarely be permanent. This side effect usually occurs only in those who have had excessive sun exposure after the peel and who are not protecting the skin with sunscreen SPF 30 or higher.

Precautions Before the TCA Peel

How To Prepare For Your Trichloroacetic Acid Peel Treatment.

• Each night before client goes to bed, starting at least two weeks before the peel, patients need to begin applying a topical Retin-A to the entire face and any other areas that will be treated. This conditions the skin and begins the exfoliation process. It enhances the TCA treatment resulting in a more 'even' peel.
• If the patient gets cold sores a peel can cause them to flare. Patients should begin antiviral medication as prescribed 1-2 weeks prior to treatment.
• Avoid sun exposure or artificial tanners at least 2 weeks prior to treatment.

Post TCA Treatment Care

How To Care For Yourself After Your TCA Peel Procedure.

The skin will turn brown, wrinkle up and crust, much like bad sunburn. Fine lines will be more pronounced and skin will feel tight. It is this browned outer layer skin that is in the process of exfoliating.

• Keep skin DRY for 48 hours.
• Patient may experience moderate swelling and itching. Bendadryl can be taken to relieve these symptoms.
• Minor raw areas may occur during the peeling process. Coat lightly with Vaseline or Aquaphore.
• After 48 hours, you may wash your face GENTLY and moisturize once per day until the peeling stops. AVOID PICKING OR THE PEELING TREATED AREAS.
• Avoid sun exposure—this includes tanning beds! Sunlight on the skin after a peel can cause brown discoloration of the new skin. A sunscreen of SPF 30 or higher should be applied every morning before going outdoors. With TCA peels, scarring and brown discoloration of the skin is unlikely unless the client goes to a tanning salon after the treatment or lies out in the sun. Daily sunscreen use should continue indefinitely to prevent new photo damage from occurring. The new skin will have a pinkish color for several days, perhaps weeks after the peel (depending on solution strength and skin condition).
• For a minimum of one month after the peel, do not have hair removed by any technique. It can cause severe irritation of the skin. Make-up application may be resumed one week after the peel, provided there is no crusting or tenderness.
• Touch-ups or a second peel may be needed after the initial peel.
• After care is extremely important in order to maintain great results, keeping in mind corrective skin care does require at-home maintenance. Our priority is to educate and deliver excellent results.

Post-TCA treatment, you will be eligible for a one time 20% discount on OBAGI® & VIVITÈ® products recommended by your Esthetician at your one week skin-care check.

TCA Peel Testimonials

Misty F. TCA Peel Testimonial

After the birth of my last child I noticed the skin around my eyes, upper lip and cheeks had become blotchier by the year. There were times especially during the summer months when my face and neck took on the appearance of acne and a leathery scale look. It first seemed to be in the areas were I would remove unwanted hair such as the eyebrows and upper lip, however the older I became the more it spread out and the discolored skin became darker.

Read More of Misty's TCA Peel Testimonial

Dr. Robinson's Trichloroacetic Acid Peel Video

Watch Dr. Robinson Undergo A TCA Peel

PCA Peel

PCA helps reduce the depth of surface lines, smoothes rough skin texture, treats skin discoloration and redness, and assists in cleaning acne/blemished skin, resulting in smooth, radiant and glowing skin.

AHA Peel

The mildest form of chemical peel will provide smoother, brighter-looking skin. AHA s can also be used as a pre-treatment for the TCA peel. These ingredients originate from lactic, glycolic, and fruit acids.

Salicylic Peel

This salicylic acid treatment is designed to help control acne and clear up break-outs, lessening discoloration and improving skin texture.

Microdermabrasion

Microdermabrasion is a resurfacing technique removing the outer layer of dead skin cells revealing smoother texture and promoting the growth of healthy new skin cells. Unlike other microdermabrasion systems, our crystal-free technique gently removes dead skin cells to smooth and rejuvenate the skin, reduces fine lines, age sports and acne scars.

This also makes topical skin products more evenly absorbed for more effectiveness. Your skin will have a radiant glow, free of irritation and loose particles.