Users of skin peels often think that they thin the skin as part of their restorative process, but the opposite is actually true.  Treatments like Obagi Radiance Peel may remove the top layers of skin, but this just stimulates the skin to produce new, healthy skin in its place.

Most patients describe the experience of using a skin peel as a pleasant and refreshing tingling sensation that lets you know its working.  When getting the more intensive TCA peel pain relieve may be necessary, but these forms of peel are only done under a doctor’s supervision.

Given the quick and lightweight nature of the Obagi Radiance Peel you’ll have no problem going out in public afterwards.  Lunchtime facials like this one simply help brighten your skin and leave you feeling refreshed.

Lightweight peels like these are intended to be part of a regular skin maintenance routine, and are often part of a 4 to 6 week treatment period.  This is especially true if you have exceptionally sun-damaged skin or other imperfections that require additional treatment.

The primary active ingredient in the Obagi Radiance Peel is salicylic acid, known for its ability to tighten and smooth skin while brightening it up.  It has been shown to improve the texture of the skin and have a renewing affect on tired skin.

If you’re taking a drug like Retin-A you’ll need to quit taking your dosage for three or four days prior to treatment.  Additionally, both before and after the treatment, you should be applying SPF40 or SPF50 to your skin.