Professional Aesthetics Peels

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Frequently Asked Questions

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The Science

At Coastal Aesthetics we give you all the information you need before choosing the best treatments for your skin.

The Medik8 CSA Philosophy is important for your treatment as peels require other products for best results.

Learn more below for each peel!

What they are

Rewind Peel

The Medik8 Rewind Peel is a powerful, age-defying professional peel designed to visibly reduce fine lines and wrinkles while improving skin texture, tone and overall radiance. Ideal for mature, ageing and photodamaged skin, this advanced treatment resurfaces the complexion while stimulating collagen production for a smoother, firmer and more youthful appearance.

Formulated with 50% total acid content, this peel combines a carefully balanced blend of glycolic, mandelic and pyruvic acids to exfoliate, renew and revitalise the skin.

Even Peel

The Medik8 Even Peel is a brightening professional peel designed to target hyperpigmentation, uneven skin tone and dullness while deeply hydrating the skin. This results-driven treatment helps minimise melanin formation, visibly improving the appearance of pigmentation and restoring a clearer, more luminous complexion.

Formulated with 50% total acid content, the peel uses a powerful yet balanced blend of lactic acid and glycolic acid to exfoliate, renew and brighten the skin. Medik8’s advanced Time Release Technology, powered by arginine, gradually releases acids into the skin to maximise results while helping to minimise irritation.

Clarity Peel

The Medik8 Clarity Peel is a purifying professional peel designed to clarify, decongest and rebalance breakout-prone skin. This targeted treatment rapidly helps bring blemishes under control while reducing the risk of future breakouts, leaving the complexion clearer, smoother and more refined.

Formulated with a powerful 50% total acid blend, the Clarity Peel combines exfoliating AHAs with pore-clearing BHAs to deeply cleanse the skin, remove congestion and accelerate cellular renewal. Medik8’s advanced Time Release Technology, powered by arginine, gradually releases the acids into the skin to maximise results while minimising irritation.

What to expect

Preparing for Rewind Peel

A patch test is required at least 24 hours before treatment.

Clients must also follow the Medik8 CSA Philosophy for a minimum of 2 weeks prior to the peel, including:

· Medik8 C-Tetra (Vitamin C)

· Medik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect for daily sun protection

· Medik8 Crystal Retinal in the evening

This preparation strengthens the skin and ensures it is in the best condition for professional exfoliation.


After Your Treatment

Downtime is minimal. The skin may appear slightly pink after treatment, with light flaking or peeling over the following days as new, healthy skin is revealed.

To support the skin during this period, clients are required to purchase a professional aftercare kit, which should be used for 3 days following the peel.

Your Skin Journey

For optimal results, we recommend a course of 6 treatments, performed every 10–14 days. As collagen production naturally increases approximately every two weeks, this treatment schedule supports progressive skin rejuvenation throughout the course.

With each peel, skin becomes smoother, brighter and more refined, revealing a clearer, more youthful complexion.

Preparing for Even Peel


A patch test must be performed at least 24 hours before treatment, ideally during your initial peel consultation.

Clients must also follow the Medik8 CSA Philosophy for a minimum of 2 weeks before treatment, including:

· Medik8 C-Tetra

· Medik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect

· Medik8 Crystal Retinal

Clients with Fitzpatrick skin types IV–VI require 4 weeks of preparation, including Medik8 Oxy-R Peptides to support pigmentation control.

After Your Treatment

During the peel, clients may experience light to moderate tingling or stinging, which is normal. In the days following treatment, light to medium peeling may occur between days 3–5 as the skin renews.

To support healing and enhance results, clients are required to purchase a professional post-peel aftercare kit, which should be used for 3 days following treatment alongside their CSA routine.

Your Skin Journey

For best results, a course of 6 treatments is recommended, spaced every 10–14 days. This schedule supports the skin’s natural renewal cycle and helps progressively improve tone, clarity and brightness.

With each treatment the skin appears clearer, smoother and more radiant, revealing a more even and luminous complexion.

Preparing for Clarity

A patch test must be performed at least 24 hours before treatment, ideally during your initial peel consultation.

Clients must also prepare their skin using the Medik8 CSA Philosophy for a minimum of 2 weeks prior to treatment, including:

· Medik8 C-Tetra

· Medik8 Advanced Day Ultimate Protect

· Medik8 Crystal Retinal

For acne-prone clients, preparation may also include Medik8 Niacinamide Peptides to help balance oil production and calm inflammation.

Clients with Fitzpatrick skin types IV–VI require 4 weeks of preparation, including Medik8 Oxy-R Peptides.

After Your Treatment

During the peel, clients may experience light to moderate tingling or stinging, which is normal. In the days following treatment, light to medium peeling may occur between days 3–5 as the skin renews.

To support healing and enhance results, clients are required to purchase a professional post-peel aftercare kit, which should be used for 3 days following treatment alongside their CSA routine.

Your Skin Journey

For best results, a course of 6 treatments is recommended, spaced every 10–14 days. This schedule supports the skin’s natural renewal cycle and helps progressively improve tone, clarity and brightness.

With each treatment the skin appears clearer, smoother and more radiant, revealing a more even and luminous complexion.

The Benefits

The Rewind Peel

· Renews and refines skin texture

· Reduces uneven tone and dullness

· Softens the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles

· Stimulates collagen and elastin production

· Improves skin clarity and luminosity

· Minimal downtime with light flaking possible

The Even Peel

· Brightens dull, uneven skin tone

· Stimulates cellular renewal for fresher skin

· Improves skin hydration and smoothness

· Gel-like texture allows controlled and precise application

· Minimal downtime with light peeling possible

· Helps reduce appearance of hyperpigmentation

The Clarity Peel

· Helps reduce active breakouts and congestion

· Decongests pores and controls excess oil

· Improves the appearance of post-blemish pigmentation

· Smooths uneven skin texture

· Helps reduce the likelihood of future breakouts

· Gel-like texture allows precise, controlled application

FAQs

  • The Fitzpatrick skin type scale was developed in 1975 and is used to this day as a simple way of classifying different skin tones. As Aesthetic Practitioners the Fitzpatrick skin type scale is very important as the classification will depend on which types of treatments are suitable for each client.

  • Medik8 chemical peels are expertly designed to resurface and retexturise the skin. Applied to the skin with a small precision brush, each peel delivers targeted actives to reveal a visibly brighter, smoother, and more refined complexion. Our extensive peel range provides bespoke solutions for a variety of skin concerns, from uneven tone and texture to fine lines and blemishes. Featuring Time Release technology, Medik8 peels offer optimal comfort during treatment with minimal downtime.

  • It’s recommended as a course of treatments for maximum, long-term age-defying results, or as a regular maintenance treatment.

  • This treatment is generally not recommended for those who are pregnant or breastfeeding.

  • .Yes, but we strongly recommend consulting your Medik8 Professional for guidance on timing and compatibility with other treatments.

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