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Reveal Radiant Skin with Chemical Peels at Venus Spa in Boston

Are you looking for a medical spa in East Boston that delivers real, visible results? At Venus Spa, we specialize in medical-grade chemical peels designed to transform your skin. With over 25 years of experience, I provide customized treatments tailored to your specific skin concerns.

Why Choose Our Chemical Peels?
Our peels are more than just a facial. We use high-quality, medical-grade technology to safely exfoliate and renew your complexion. Whether you are dealing with acne scarring, hyperpigmentation, or fine lines, our treatments are designed to help you achieve a smoother, more radiant glow.

We treat common concerns including:

• Acne & Acne Scarring: Clear congestion and smooth texture.
• Dark Spots & Pigmentation: Even out skin tone for a brighter look.
• Anti-Aging: Reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
• Melasma: Targeted treatments to help manage and improve skin clarity.

Your Experience at Venus Spa
I believe in a personalized approach. When you come to our East Boston location, I take the time to assess your skin type and recommend the safest, most effective peel for your needs. You aren’t just getting a treatment; you are getting a long-term skin strategy.

Ready for your glow?

What is a Chemical Peel ?

A chemical peel is a procedure in which a chemical solution is applied to the skin to remove the top layers. The skin that grows back is smoother. With a light or medium peel, you may need to undergo the procedure more than once to get the desired results.
Chemical peels are used to treat wrinkles, discolored skin and scars on the face and body They can be done alone or combined with other cosmetic procedures. And they can be done at different depths, from light to deep. Deeper chemical peels offer more-dramatic results but also take longer to recover from.

Benefits:

Reduce fine lines under the eyes and around the mouth
Treat wrinkles caused by sun damage and aging
Improve the appearance of mild scars
Treat certain types of acne
Reduce age spots, freckles, and dark patches (melasma) due to pregnancy or taking birth control pills
Improve the look and feel of skin

Areas of sun damage may improve after chemical peeling.

After a chemical peel, skin is temporarily more sensitive to the sun, so wear sunscreen every day. It should say “broad-spectrum” on the label, meaning it protects against the sun’s UVA and UVB rays. Also, it should be a physical sunscreen and be above SPF 30. Limit your time in the sun, especially between the hours of 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., and wear a wide-brimmed hat.

VI Peel

A VI Peel is a medium-depth chemical peel that penetrates your top layer of skin, called the epidermis, reaching into the dermis underneath. It uses a product trademarked by Vitality Institute Medical Products.
Like other chemical peels, a VI Peel works by exfoliating your skin and stimulating the production of new proteins. The procedure is commonly used to treat signs of aging, improve skin texture, and correct pigmentary issues.

The product used in VI Peels is made up of a blend of ingredients that include:

Trichloroacetic acid (TCA) (10 to 12 percent)
Phenol (10 to 12 percent)
Salicylic acid (10 to 12 percent)
Vitamin C (4 percent)
Tretinoin (0.1 to 0.4 percent)

VI Peels are gentle enough that they can safely be used on your face, chest, eyelids, hands, and back. According to the Vitality Institute, this type of peel can be used on all skin types and tones.

Benefits of the VI Peel

There are five different versions of the VI Peel available, each tailored to a specific concern; however, the overall benefits include:

Reducing acne and surface acne scars:
Diminishing sun spots and hyperpigmentation
Smoothing over fine lines and wrinkles

What to Expect During the VI Peel
Truth be told, chemical peels sound much scarier than they actually are. Your technician will cleanse your skin and wipe the chemical solution all over your face. It’s a fast treatment that will last about 30 minutes from start to finish.

Following the office visit, you’re sent home with a handy kit that includes specific instructions for the next 72 hours. You’re allowed to remove the solution using a post-peel towelette four hours after the initial application; one hour before bed, another towelette and gentle face washing with the VI cleanser. You’re also given a hydrocortisone cream to relieve any itching or discomfort, plus an SPF 50 sunscreen to wear over the course of the week to protect the new layer of skin.

After just one peel, you should expect to see an improvement in your skin’s appearance. Dark spots and fine lines diminish immediately upon completion of the treatment, and months later you will still be able to see the effects of the peel.

REVEPEEL®

The RevePeel is the newest addition to our line of skin care products. We have completely overhauled our chemical peel line to make way for this exciting new product that is not only safe, but effective. This is a medium depth peel. This means that you will have the effect of a stronger product without significant downtime. There are many ingredients in this peel that are designed to treat and prevent many common skin problems. For example, it

contains TCA (trichloroacetic acid), salicylic acid, lactic acid, phenol, and Croton oil. The oil balances the other caustic acids and allows a very controlled deposition of these chemicals throughout the superficial and deeper layers of your skin. The RevePeel has been described as both effective and comfortable by most patients.

WHY CHOOSE THE REVEPEEL?

When it comes to reducing hyperpigmentation, melasma, acne, and fine lines and wrinkles, the Reve peel results are absolutely superior when compared to the results of other medical grade chemical peels on the market. This is due to that revolutionary Croton oil-blended delivery system which allows the peel to be applied evenly (as opposed to just alcohol-based peels) and enables it to penetrate to deeper depths targeting buried damage and stubborn pigment. This unique delivery system reduces the risk of post procedure inflammation (post inflammatory hyperpigmentation, PIH) making the Reve Peel a safe choice for virtually all skin types. We also feel that there is a synergistic relationship between this chemical peel and retinol-based products like Retin products like Retin-A

The depth of your peel is totally customizable, allowing us to be more aggressive in the areas that have more damage, and more superficial on sensitive areas if needed. The peel is left on for 2 – 4 hours post application which you will rinse off with the gentle cleanser that comes as part of your 7 – day homecare kit that we will provide to you. During the following 1-2 days the sun damage and pigment will be brought to the surface in preparation to shed. The peeling process usually begins by the 3rd day. Over a total period 7 – 10 days your old damaged surface layers will peel off in sheets -literally erasing years off of your face revealing fresh, even toned, beautiful new skin. If you’re ready to make dull uneven skin a thing of the past the Reve Peel is just what you need. In most cases, 1 treatment as all you need, but some patients request a second peel. Of course, this is a patient dependent and results may vary

REVEPEEL® Fresh

Gentle. Effective. Medical-Grade.

If you’re ready to level up from drugstore or day spa peels-but want something gentle and safe for your skin-RevePeel® Fresh is your perfect match. This medical-grade chemical peel is designed to treat dull skin, early aging, mild sun damage, pigmentation, acne, and more-with visible results in just 5 to 7 days and minimal downtime.

Whether you’re a first-time peel client, have sensitive skin, or want a “red carpet glow” before a special event, RevePeel® Fresh delivers real results-safely and gently.

What Is RevePeel® Fresh?

RevePeel® Fresh is the gentler cousin of the original RevePeel®. It’s a light to medium- depth peel formulated with a proprietary blend of professional-grade acids that exfoliate the top layer of the skin, stimulate cellular turnover, and reveal a more refined, radiant complexion.

Paired with the ReveSkin® Acne Purifying Regimen, it also helps control active breakouts and reduce future acne marks-making it ideal for acne-prone skin types.

What RevePeel® Fresh Treats?

Uneven skin tone and texture
Dull, tired-looking skin
Fine lines and early signs of aging
Mild sun damage and pigmentation
Freckles and light melasma
Acne and congested pores
Post-inflammatory pigmentation (PIH)
Thin or sensitive skin types

REVEPEEL® Glow

The No-Downtime Radiance Booster for All Skin Types

When your skin feels dull, tired, or congested-but you don’t have time to peel for days- RevePeel® Glow is your solution. This superficial medical-grade peel is designed to refresh and brighten your skin without significant peeling or downtime. Safe for all skin types, including sensitive and rosacea-prone skin, this glow-up treatment reveals a clearer, smoother, and more radiant complexion in just a few days.

Perfect for monthly maintenance, in-between deeper peels, or before a special occasion, RevePeel® Glow is one of the most-loved treatments at Venus Spa.

What Is RevePeel Glow?

RevePeel® Glow is a gentle, in-office peel that uses a proprietary blend of acids to exfoliate the uppermost layers of skin. Unlike deeper peels that require extended downtime, this treatment delivers visible results with little to no peeling, making it ideal for busy lifestyles. It targets minor pigmentation, rough skin texture, large pores, early signs of aging, and mild acne-giving your skin a smooth, healthy, luminous glow in just 5 days.

What It Treats?

Dull, lackluster skin
Uneven skin tone and texture
Mild sun damage and pigmentation
Fine lines and early aging
Large, congested pores
Mild acne and post-acne marks
Sensitive or rosacea-prone skin

PCA Sensi Peel

This gentle solution is formulated primarily for ethnic skin and other extremely sensitive skin types. Sensi Peel®️ will strengthen and brighten the skin while helping to treat sun damage and other forms of hyperpigmentation. This multifaceted treatment also provides anti-inflammatory, anti-acne and antibacterial action, making it an excellent choice for helping to calm rosacea, as redness and inflammation can subside substantially after treatment. Before treatment

Refrain from these activities within 5-7 days prior to your treatment:

Do not have another treatment, unless recommended. Avoid any irritants to your skin, including retinoids and retinol, glycolic and salicylic acids, benzoyl peroxide, astringents and Vitamin C.
Do not wax, tweeze or use depilatory creams.
Do not tan.
If you are pregnant or think you are pregnant, consider a peel alternative such as MicroCrystal Microdermabrasion or our Oxygen Peel/Treatment.
• Continue to use other skin care products, including hydroquinone.
No Botox, collagen, or other dermal filler injections for 1-2 weeks prior to a peel.
Chemical peels cannot typically be applied to skin being treated with prescription drugs, especially Accutane.
After treatment

Your compliance to your pre and post peel instructions will greatly affect the outcome of your treatment:

Day 1: Your skin may appear a little red today and will continue to get less red as the day continues. Refrain from wearing make-up unless your practitioner has applied an appropriate mineral makeup for you. Wait at least 4 hours prior to washing your face or if you have no makeup on you may go to sleep without cleansing. Reapply ReBalance as needed.
Day 2: Start your post peel kit and/or instructions. Always stick with the post treatment care that is recommended by the same company as your peel. It is imperative to getting your best results. Your skin will continue to feel slightly tight to very tight. The top layers of skin are preparing to slough off. By the end of the day your skin may begin to flake, usually starting between your eyes, around your mouth and nose. Sun damaged spots may turn darker prior to peeling. DO NOT PEEL THE SKIN. If any area is irritated, PCA provides a soothing cream in your post peel kit that will address that.
Day 3: Your skin will flake, peel and feel tight today. DO NOT peel the skin at any time. If you were to peel skin that is not ready to come off, you can cause hypo-pigmented scarring. Today, and tomorrow you will probably want to avoid making any social plans. Begin using a strong hydrating cream and use it often throughout the day. You must completely avoid the sun during this time and wear SPF anytime you go outdoors
Day 4: The majority of peeling takes place between days 3 and 4. Continue with cleansing and moisturizing with the post peel system. Some areas will have completely peeled and other areas may have not peeled at all. This is normal.
Day 5, 6 and 7: Your skin may be sensitive or tender for a few days. Continue with the post peel kit and avoid sun exposure for the next two weeks.
• Day 8: You may resume tweezing on the eighth day as long as you are no longer peeling. By the end of the second week you should be able to tolerate glycolic, salicylic, vitamin C, and retinol, retinoid products. If you had an advanced peel, you may notice your skin is slightly pink.

Enlighten RX peel

The Enlighten™️ Peel is a new prescription level chemical peel and skin-lightening system. It is designed to help exfoliate the skin and promote skin cell turnover so the pores shrink, sun damage lifts, fine lines and wrinkles are smoothed. With the Enlighten Peel, you can also lighten hyperpigmented skin, even for darker skin types with irregular pigmentation areas, or pitted acne scars, or as a way to prep the skin for laser treatments for other chemical peels.

How It Works

The Enlighten peel inhibits melanogenesis by paralyzing melanin production. It exfoliates the upper surface of the skin and is enhanced by lightening agents, and during the 2-step prescription peel that takes about 20-35 minutes, your discolored pigmentation is brought to the surface, which increases cell turnover. The peel goes even deeper to inhibit further hyperpigmentation. This treatment is done at our office, then the peel is left on the face for about 8-12 hours, where you can continue your aftercare at home.

Enlighten Peel Aftercare

Once you are home, and then there is a 28-day home care regimen to work against discoloration or skin blemishes. Diligent aftercare is necessary for optimal results, and Dr. Fakhre will go over your at-home follow-up treatment plan to ensure you are prepared for what to expect.

What It Treats

The Enlighten Skin Peel can effectively even out skin tone with targeted treatment to reduce or eliminate hyperpigmentation, melasma, blotchy patches, scarred skin, dull skin, freckles, and large pores. It is safe for every skin tone, including dark skin types. In fact, it has been called the best peel for ethnic skin. Patients with darker skin are at higher risk for hyperpigmentation from traditional peels, but the Enlighten Skin Peel is safe, easy, and there is limited downtime.

VI Peel Body

The First & Only Professional-Grade Body Peel for All Skin Types and Tones

Looking for the best body chemical peel in Boston? At Venus Spa, we proudly offer the VI Peel Body – a groundbreaking, non-invasive body peel that safely and effectively treats pigmentation, body acne, scars, and stretch marks.

Formulated with a powerful blend of AHA’s, TCA, Lactic Acid, and Mandelic Acid, this medium-depth chemical peel penetrates the skin to reveal smoother, brighter, and healthier skin in just one treatment.

Why Choose VI Peel Body at Venus Spa?

Safe for all skin types and tones (Fitzpatrick I-VI)
Painless and non-invasive
Visible results after one session
Targets skin concerns like body acne, hyperpigmentation, stretch marks & surgical scars
Designed for thicker body skin – more effective than facial peels

Skin Concerns we treat

Uneven skin tone and hyperpigmentation
Acne on the body (back, chest, arms)
Stretch marks (abdomen, thighs, buttocks)
Surgical or injury-related scars
Rough skin texture and dullness

Before & after results

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Ready to transform your skin? Schedule a personalized consultation at Venus Spa to discover which chemical peel treatment is right for you. Our experienced team will assess your skin concerns and create a customized plan to help you achieve your glow goals safely and effectively. Your journey to radiant, refreshed skin starts here.

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