Spa Services
HELPING YOU LIVE LIFE MORE BEAUTIFULLYHeadingChemical Exfoliation (also known as a chemical peel) is a process used to improve skin tone and texture, diminish fine lines, reduce brown spots and treat acne. Chemical peels are known for re-texturing and brightening the appearance of skin for a refreshed look. Treatments can be performed on the face, neck, chest, or other areas of the body to improve the quality of the skin. Superficial (or surface) peels are not effective in correcting lax skin, sagging skin, severe wrinkles or deep scars, but may help improve the outcome of other treatments used to address these concerns.
What should I expect?
Generally, you will notice gradual improvement. While a single peel will firm and freshen the skin, leaving a healthy glow, most clients should plan on a series of 5 to 6 peels to achieve their longer-term goals. Acne-prone skin may require additional or ongoing treatments. Depending on your customized treatment plan, chemical exfoliation can be performed at 2- 4 week intervals, and may gradually increase in intensity of the peel as the skin becomes healthier and resistant to this ‘exercise’. Many times, a layered effect of one or more peels can achieve faster results. Results are generally long-lasting, although maintenance will help to maintain the beneficial effects.
Superficial peels may involve mild pinkness the day of the procedure followed by sloughing/flaking or visible dryness for 3 -5 days. More aggressive peels will usually result in longer periods of exfoliation or flaking. Our highly experienced staff will help you plan the timing of your chemical peels to fit into your busy lifestyle.
Why Work with Dr. Erickson?
Our staff is highly trained and certified in using many different chemical peels to address pigmentation concerns, dry skin, acne, and aging concerns. Dr. Erickson and her aesthetic staff will design a peel regimen to fit the needs of your skin.
What Is the Best Spa Treatment for Me?
HydraFacial®
The HydraFacial® treatment removes dead skin cells and extracts congestion, such as black heads, white heads, and milia, while simultaneously bathing the skin with cleansing, hydrating serums and solutions.
The HydraFacial® resurfacing procedure thoroughly cares for your skin, providing cleansing, exfoliation, extractions, and hydration, including vortex fusion of antioxidants, peptides, and hyaluronic acid.
At Erickson Cosmetic Dermatology & Lifestyle Medicine, all HydraFacial® treatments are performed using the latest state-of-the-art Syndeo device by HydraFacial®.
Chemical Peels
Chemical Exfoliation (also known as a chemical peel) is a process used to improve skin tone and texture, diminish fine lines, reduce brown spots and treat acne. Chemical peels are known for re-texturing and brightening the appearance of skin for a refreshed look.
Treatments can be performed on the face, neck, chest, or other areas of the body to improve the quality of the skin. Superficial (or surface) peels are not effective in correcting lax skin, sagging skin, severe wrinkles or deep scars, but may help improve the outcome of other treatments used to address these concerns.
Microneedling / Vampire Facial
Microneedling with platelet-rich plasma (PRP), more commonly known as the Vampire Facial®, stimulates natural repair and regeneration processes within the body to renew and refresh your complexion. The minimally invasive microneedling portion of the procedure involves the use of tiny needles to create microchannels in the skin’s surface.
This controlled damage kickstarts the body’s production of collagen and elastin to reduce the appearance of wrinkles, scars, hyperpigmentation, and more. Incorporating PRP, which is derived from the patient’s own blood and contains a wealth of growth factors, into a microneedling treatment helps to maximize results and accelerate healing for a shorter recovery.
Nutraceuticals / Supplements
Biote Nutraceuticals & Cosmeceuticals have been expertly formulated to promote healthy aging and enhance overall wellness. Backed by more than 80 years of science and medical data, these products have been selected for superior bioavailability and can help ensure a complete and personalized approach towards meeting your health goals. All of these supplements are offered at Erickson Cosmetic Dermatology & Lifestyle Medicine.
Skincare products
At Erickson Dermatology, we’ve taken the hassle out of learning all about skin care products by only offering what we consider to be the best products and of the highest-quality! Below are some of the brands that we use most often – our comprehensive selection of products can be viewed on our online store by clicking below. Your skin care regimen begins with selecting the right products and not every product is a match for every skin type.
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Erickson Cosmetic Dermatology & Lifestyle Medicine is proud to serve patients from throughout the greater Chicago area. Our practice is conveniently located to Streeterville, River North, Gold Coast, Old Town, Lincoln Park, Lake View, North Center, and the West Loop. Our location on the Magnificent Mile makes us accessible from the North Shore and western suburbs, as well.