The Complete Guide to the Silk Peel Treatment

The skin is the largest organ of the human body, yet people often neglect to take care of it as they do their heart, lungs, or liver. Skincare is just as important as drinking plenty of water and eating a healthy diet! That is why Coastal Medical & Cosmetic Dermatology offers several skin treatments, including SilkPeel.

What is a SilkPeel treatment? Today, you are going to learn about how the process works, what you can expect, and what former patients think of it. Then you can decide whether or not the SilkPeel treatment is the right fit for you.

What is it?

The SilkPeel treatment is like microdermabrasion but taken a step further. Instead of just sanding away all of the dead and uneven skin, this treatment simultaneously injects skin serums to keep you glowing and hydrated.

SilkPeel is more customizable for each patient’s needs instead of being a one size fits all procedure like microdermabrasion; it fits a wider range of skincare needs.

How does it work?

This treatment works similarly to the microdermabrasion procedure but the small differences change the results greatly.

First, your skincare needs are assessed and adjustments made to ensure that the SilkPeel treatment fits the results you’re hoping to get from the treatment. Your skin will be cleaned and the process begins.

A special handpiece is then applied to the treatment area to exfoliate and suction away dead skin cells while injecting the healthy skin underneath with special serums designed to fit your specific needs. This is called Dermalinfusion.

Who benefits from SilkPeel treatments?

While anybody could benefit from this facial treatment, there are a few groups of people that SilkPeel is specifically designed to help. These are:

• Those having trouble with stubborn acne. If you suffer from acne and acne scars, this treatment could help reduce their visibility. Ultimately, your skin will be healthier and the acne itself may be less frequent.

• People suffering the effects of aging. It is no secret that people don’t like the look of fine lines that come with the passage of time. The SilkPeel facial can reduce the look of these lines to give you a younger, more vibrant appearance.

• Anyone having issues with skin hyperpigmentation. This condition severely affects the self-esteem of many but you will not need to feel that way after the SilkPeel treatments. It gently fades these spots to boost your confidence again.

• People with dull or uneven skin. Part of the reason that this treatment exists separately from microdermabrasion is that it involves a better way to brighten and rejuvenate your skin! It will even out your complexion as well.

• Both men and women. Men often have a harder time accepting that facials and professional skincare are for both men and women. In the past, it has been touted as a “girly” thing. This simply is not true. Anyone who needs a solution to their insecurities and a confidence boost will benefit from SilkPeel treatments.

Who may not benefit from SilkPeel treatments?

While most people are candidates for SilkPeel, it may not be for everyone. Some people who should avoid it are:

• Anyone with an underlying medical condition. If your skin problems can be explained by a chronic condition, the SilkPeel may not be able to do much to combat the symptoms. Determining the cause of your issues with a doctor before signing up for any facials is best.

• SilkPeel is meant for people with acne, dry skin, and signs of aging. Children generally do not suffer from these issues, and Dermalinfusion would be pointless. While it does not harm people, a child’s skin is much more tender and sensitive. It is best to only wash their faces with mild soap and water when needed.

How much do SilkPeel treatments cost?

Generally, a single SilkPeel treatment costs between $100 to $300 but the price varies depending on what you need out of it and where you go for your sessions. While this may seem like a steep price to pay, it is much more affordable than invasive plastic surgery and can increase your confidence all the same.

How long do SilkPeel treatments usually take?

Usually, SilkPeel facials only take an estimated 30-50 minutes. You could do it on your lunch break, depending on your schedule. You do not have to block out an entire day just to get one treatment done.

Are SilkPeel treatments invasive?

No! Unlike plastic surgery, SilkPeel is not painful and it requires no recovery time. In fact, there is often little to no redness or inflammation after the sessions. If you are a busy person, you don’t have to worry about your skin looking strange or unhealthy on your way to work or other activities.

What are the potential risks of SilkPeel?

Patients who have had the SilkPeel treatment done in the past have not reported any serious or life-threatening side effects; however, it can cause skin irritation and discomfort in some people. If you have particularly sensitive skin, talk to your dermatologist before deciding to proceed.

How often do results need to be maintained?

While the first results of the SilkPeel treatments are in many cases immediate, you will need to come in about once every month to maintain these results. Remember, this is not a dramatic and permanent fix to all of your dermatological issues. All treatments require maintenance.

At home, you try and maintain your SilkPeel results with a skincare regimen that includes cleansers, moisturizers, eye creams, and sunscreen. If you take proper care of your skin at home, you will be able to keep that confidence until you it’s time to come back for another treatment.

Are SilkPeel results guaranteed?

If you do undergo a SilkPeel treatment, you can be sure that your skin will at least be smoother, though complete results vary from person to person. What works for one may not work as well for the other. This is true for all treatments and all medicines you could have. If you want results, you have to maintain your skincare regimen and adjust your needs if the last session did not give you the skin you wanted.

Remember, the results of any facial are not as dramatic as plastic surgery. If you feel that you need a whole new face, SilkPeel is not right for you. The primary goal is to make minor adjustments and improve skin health. It will not drastically and permanently change your features.

SilkPeel Dermalinfusion

The key part of the SilkPeel treatment is the use of Dermalinfusion. This is what differentiates the results from that of microdermabrasion. Here’s what you need to know.

What is SilkPeel Dermalinfusion?

In the case of this treatment, the SilkPeel Dermalinfusion involves injecting serums underneath the dead skin cells into the healthy layers of your skin. These serums improve the health and the look of your skin over time.

There are different options when it comes to the serum that you choose; each has its benefits. The serum that is chosen for your SilkPeel Dermalinfusion session depends on your skin’s needs.

Let’s discuss these serums and what they do.

What are the serum options for SilkPeel Dermalinfusion?

Four serums are offered when it comes to the SilkPeel process. They can be used separately, layered, or on individual parts of the skin for different trouble areas. Each is formulated for specific concerns so you get the most customization out of your experience.

Hydrating Formula

The SilkPeel hydrating formula does exactly what it says. It adds needed moisture to dry skin and plumps the face to smooth out signs of aging such as wrinkles and fine lines. It makes your problem spots less visible.

The hydrating formula uses hyaluronic acid, an ingredient that has become widely popular in the world of skincare in recent years. You can find this ingredient in many high-end face creams, moisturizers, and various masks. Because it is such a success on the market, why not use it in a professional setting, too?

Vitamin C Formula

Vitamin C is widely known for its many benefits, including:

• Boosting immune health
• Aiding your body in healing wounds
• Protecting your vision from macular degeneration
• Being rich in antioxidants

While most people know about these benefits when the vitamin is ingested, few know about what it can do for your skin. Vitamin C contains collagen and a serum made with it can smooth over fine lines. Collagen is the key to having elastic skin that bounces back from sun damage and other rough work. This Vitamin C serum can help keep you looking young and healthy.

Your body does not produce Vitamin C on its own; it must be absorbed by either ingesting it or using treatments like this.

Lumixyl Formula

Lumixyl is a skincare ingredient that is often used to fade dark spots on the skin. These dark spots come from hyperpigmentation or melasma when the skin produces too much melanin, which makes your skin darker, thus the appearance of dark spots.

Dark spots are a source of embarrassment for many people and Lumixyl seeks to correct that. This ingredient has been proven to reduce their visibility in some patients. You should talk to a physician beforehand to figure out where your spots come from and whether or not the SilkPeel serum will help if you want the best results.

Clarifying Formula

The SilkPeel Dermalinfusion serum called “Clarity” is for people suffering from acne and/or acne scarring. Aside from being unsightly, acne is often painful and hard to get rid of. Unless you suffer from severe cystic acne, this serum may be able to help with no pain and no harsh side effects that medicines like Accutane may sometimes produce.

SilkPeel Dermalinfusion vs. Microdermabrasion

Since the two treatments are similar, a breakdown of how the two differ may be an important factor in what you decide would be more desirable for your skin. Let’s see how the two compare and contrast.

Similarities Between Microdermabrasion and SilkPeel Dermalinfusion

In many ways, the two skin treatments are highly similar. Both of them share these traits:

• They are non-invasive. These skin treatments require no surgery and no recovery time. Because of this, they lower the risk of any complications that could seriously injure or endanger a person like some invasive plastic surgeries might.

• They exfoliate the skin. The process of removing dead skin is called exfoliation. Both microdermabrasion and the SilkPeel Dermalinfusion exfoliate your skin to leave it smoother, brighter, and healthier looking.

• Over multiple sessions, your results may become more visible. These skin treatments may show results immediately, but they are subtle. Over multiple sessions, the results should become more apparent and should, in turn, boost your confidence.

Differences Between Microdermabrasion and SilkPeel Dermalinfusion

Where the two skin treatments begin to differ is what could make or break your choice to have the SilkPeel done instead.

• Dermalinfusion injects healthy serums into the skin during the session, and microdermabrasion does not. Depending on your skincare needs, the serums may help far more than microdermabrasion could.

• The purpose of microdermabrasion is to smooth and brighten skin. The SilkPeel Dermalinfusion treatment does much more than that and can help treat skin conditions like acne and hyperpigmentation.

• The handheld device used in the Dermalinfusion treatment allows dermatologists to use more precision during the session for better results overall. When they can focus on one area more easily, the chance of getting precise and beautiful results increases.

• Dermalinfusion does not use crystals the way that microdermabrasion does. The exfoliating pens used in the SilkPeel process are equipped with fine-tipped diamonds for more effective results.

If you have skincare needs that go beyond the superficial, the SilkPeel Dermalinfusion treatment is the superior choice of the two.

What do other experts have to say about Dermalinfusion?

Dermatologists are doctors like any other; they specialize in the treatment and health of human skin. They are the experts when it comes to whether a skin treatment is effective or not.

• Ashish Bhatia, M.D. of Oak Dermatology (Chicago, IL) says, “Until now, we haven’t had a noninvasive treatment that works so effectively to treat hyperpigmentation and uneven skin tone.”

• Rhonda Q. Klein of Modern Dermatology (Westport, CT) says that the serums are versatile and that almost anyone is a good candidate for SilkPeel Dermalinfusion save for a couple of groups.

SilkPeel Facial Before and After

Going into the SilkPeel process, you may not know what to expect. After all, this is not your run-of-the-mill spa treatment. A lot goes into the process of ensuring that you get the best treatment for your needs. Below, we’ll talk about what you can expect both before and after your SilkPeel facial is done.

Before SilkPeel

When you come in to get your SilkPeel facial done, a physician will first consult with you about your needs. Tell the physician about your concerns regarding your skin. If you have dry skin, wrinkles, acne, or skin damage from the sun, let them know beforehand.

Your face will be cleaned of all makeup, dirt, and debris and you will be examined for any other concerns so your facial can be as effective as possible.

When your face has been cleansed and all of your concerns have been addressed, the treatment serum is applied to your face. This special formula made just for you should begin to heal and smooth out anything that needs repairing. Topical vitamins and minerals are sometimes also applied to the face.

After that, the SilkPeel facial begins and lasts for 30-50 minutes. How long it takes depends on the specific skin issues you need to address.

Things to Remember Before Treatment

You should keep in mind a few things before you go into a SilkPeel session. Adjust and prepare accordingly.

• Try not to use anything abrasive on your face in the days before your treatment. Since the SilkPeel facial itself is already abrasive, doing this beforehand might irritate your skin.

• Wearing makeup to the consultation is okay but not necessary. If you are insecure about your bare face, don’t worry! The person doing the facial has seen it all before. No one is going to judge you either way.

• Though the SilkPeel process does not take very long, it is unrealistic to expect it to take less than half an hour. You should book your treatment on a day that you have a little free time to spare.

• Avoid being in the sun for too long. You risk getting a painful sunburn and causing more sun damage than before. This is entirely counterproductive to the Dermalinfusion process.

• If you do have to be outside for long periods, remember to use plenty of sunscreen. Apply it every hour to best protect your face from harsh UV rays.

After SilkPeel

After the SilkPeel facial is done, you can expect your skin to feel a little raw. All of the dead skin has been exfoliated which is something that the layers underneath need to get used to. If you have extra sensitive skin, your face may be slightly irritated and red or tender to the touch. Sunscreen should be applied to protect your newly healthy skin from sun damage.

Things to Remember After Treatment

After you leave the dermatologist’s office, upkeep is what you should focus on. If you want your results to show for a long time, you must do the following:

• Get a skincare routine that works for you. Remember, cleanser, moisturizer, toner, eye cream, and sunscreen are your lifeline for preventing any damage or immediate recurrence of skin problems. Talk to your dermatologist about which skin care products may be right for you. With their help, you can craft an appropriate routine that will help and not harm your skin.

• The products that you use in your routine should be dermatologist approved. Some ingredients used in popular skincare lines do more harm than good. If you are allergic to an ingredient or think that you may be, tell your dermatologist so they can recommend products without any of those components.

• Your skin care regimen does not have to involve ten or more steps. While this is a new fad in the beauty world, it is not always necessary. What works for other people may not work for you and that’s fine.

• Wear sunscreen even on cloudy days. The light itself is not what causes the damage; the UV rays do. Even in the winter, you should put sunscreen on your face.

• If you want to continue to see results, come back about once per month for another SilkPeel Dermalinfusion treatment. If your skin issues are more severe, you may want to come back every two weeks. Your skin will improve over time. If you would like to continue the process, you should set aside a budget that works well for you.

• You can’t expect dramatic, life-changing results after one session. Nothing perfect ever happens overnight (or in 30 minutes.) You will notice healthier skin right away but dark spots and acne scars are harder to correct and will take some time to improve.

What can be expected after a series of SilkPeel Dermalinfusion facials?

After a few of these SilkPeel facials, you will begin to notice the results becoming more visible. In general, here is what you can expect to happen (though results may vary):

• Acne scarring becomes less visible.
• Acne itself may become less frequent and spots may not last as long.
• Dark spots should fade.
• Your skin will be smooth and your skin more hydrated. Some describe their skin as more “plump” after their facials.
• Dry, flaky skin may become less frequent.
• Fine lines should smooth out and become less visible.
• Uneven skin due to sun damage should become less visible.
• Your face may “glow.” This is because the serums are designed to brighten your face and bring back healthy color to your skin.
• Your face may be a bit sensitive immediately after. This sensation should subside within a day or two.

Before and After Photos (SilkPeel Dermalinfusion Patients)

Sometimes, you just need to see results for yourself to understand whether or not a certain treatment has a reputation for being effective. You can read endless articles but without real-life results, you may not be able to make a firm decision.

These photos from Envy Medical document those who have undergone SilkPeel treatments in the past and the effects on their skin.

SilkPeel Reviews

All of this may sound a little too good to be true. While the SilkPeel treatments are not magical, there certainly are quite a few benefits to be expected, and the pain and risks are negligible. The SilkPeel Dermalinfusion method has become increasingly popular in recent years, and other former patients have a lot to say about the treatments they received.

• Tatiana Bido (New Beauty Features Editor) had a SilkPeel facial done to treat sun-damaged skin and reduce the signs of aging. Before the treatment, she wasn’t sure what to expect. Because the name included “Silk,” she assumed that it would be a standard luxury treatment. After, her perception completely changed. In this article, she writes of her experience, saying, “It took a little more than a week for me to notice a dramatic change. The results were exactly what I was hoping for and my redness, bumpiness and uneven skin tone were replaced by smooth, clear skin that I thought I’d never see again. It didn’t take long for someone to comment on how great my skin looked and I was even brave enough to only pack a tube of tinted moisturizer for my summer vacation. My only regret is not having a facial done sooner and waiting until I had become one of those “older women.”

• Danielle McNally (Marie Claire Features Director) also was a bit skeptical of what the SilkPeel Dermalinfusion treatment could do. Afterward, though, she writes, “Unlike with most exfoliating treatments that leave your skin beet-red for a day, I walked out of the office with a face that looked plump and glowy, not flushed and irritated.” While she admits that it may take more sessions to see dramatic results, you can rest assured that you can go back to work confidently with healthier-looking skin.

• Three different people tested out the Dermalinfusion facial as chronicled in this article from My Domaine. All claimed that there was an immediate if subtle difference. All felt that their skin was more hydrated, plump, and radiant overall. One of these patients even praised the treatment highly by saying that she would consider getting another treatment done right before her upcoming wedding.

• Natalie M., a Yelp reviewer, has this to say about her recent SilkPeel treatment: “I had one yesterday and it is amazing! My smile lines are gone and my acne scars are completely gone! After 1 or 2 more sessions I will have perfect skin again! I recommend getting it!

• Lindsay Kellner (Wellness and Beauty Editor for Mind Body Green), also had a lot to say about her SilkPeel treatment. She gives a play-by-play of her experience, what you should know about it, and then she gets into the results. Of this, she writes, “The fully realized results took about a day to settle in, but all in all, I was impressed with the results and would do it again.” You can even see a before and after photo in the article.

• Megan Elise (Pine Barren Beauty blogger) documented her experience and also answered a few questions about the SilkPeel facial herself. In the end, she writes, “I am more than impressed with this treatment. For my first time, I opted for the hydrating one. It left my skin feeling super clean and looking healthy. I did not experience any breakouts in the days (& even weeks!) following the facial so that was a major plus. I also felt that my skin was more hydrated than before.”

What do these reviews have in common?

There are some recurring themes throughout these reviews and articles that truly sum up the SIlkPeel Dermalinfusion experience and the results of the facials. These are:

• Noticing immediate results. While none of these people claimed that the difference was dramatic, they all noticed more hydrated, glowing skin and less visible pores. This was after one treatment.

• A lack of redness in the face after the SilkPeel treatment. Because so many people are busy, going back out of the session with a red or swollen face would be embarrassing. People have to go back to work or run errands, and no one wants to feel like their face is unsightly. With this treatment, you won’t have to fear that humiliation.

• Being pleasantly surprised with their results. If you’re still skeptical about what the SilkPeel facial can do for you, take it from these reviewers. At first, they were skeptics, too. In the end, the results seemed to be worth the money and time.

• Noticing all the “gross” things that come off of their skin. The suction used during the session to clear away dead skin, dirt, and blackheads collects in another chamber. Upon seeing what came off, some were disgusted. This is a good indicator that you need to clear the junk off of your face because it is indeed “gross.”

In summary, SilkPeel Dermalinfusion treatment sessions can make a positive difference in your life, boosting your self-esteem and keeping you feeling radiant and youthful. Scientists, dermatologists, and reviewers alike say that the SilkPeel is safe, effective, and healthy. Most people are good candidates for this treatment; asking a dermatologist if it is right for you is best before jumping into sessions.

Individual results may vary.