Why Winter Is the Perfect Time for a Chemical Peel
Winter is well underway, and as we spend more time indoors and face the effects of colder weather, it’s the ideal time to focus on your skin, and nothing works better for a winter glow than a chemical peel. At Altha Spa, one of our favourite treatments to refresh and rejuvenate your complexion during this season is a chemical peel.
If you’re ready to tackle tired, dull skin, uneven tone, or signs of aging, a chemical peel can help you reveal radiant, glowing skin.
But why is winter the best season for peels? Let’s dive into the benefits and what you need to know before booking your treatment.
What Is a Chemical Peel?
A chemical peel is a professional treatment that uses a combination of exfoliating acids to remove dead skin cells, stimulate cell renewal, and reveal smoother, clearer skin.
It’s tailored to your skin type and concerns, ranging from gentle peels to more intensive treatments for deeper results.
Our peels use a carefully balanced blend of Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) and Beta Hydroxy Acids (BHAs) suitable for all skin types to provide outstanding results, helping to reduce the appearance of fine lines, sun damage, acne and congestion.
The treatment gives a skin tingling experience which exfoliates to the deepest layers. Skin will have never looked as clear, de-congested and bright.
You will see instant results from one treatment, although a course of treatments is recommended for specific skin conditions.
The Science Behind the Glow
Here’s how the key ingredients in our chemical peels work to transform your skin:
1. 25% Glycolic Acid (AHA):
Glycolic acid penetrates deep into the skin to stimulate collagen production, plump fine lines, and smooth uneven texture. It’s perfect for refreshing and rejuvenating your complexion.
2. 1% Salicylic Acid (BHA):
Salicylic acid provides light surface exfoliation while diving into pores to reduce blackheads, whiteheads, and congestion. It also helps minimize the appearance of enlarged pores, leaving your skin clear and refined.
What to Expect
Our chemical peel treatments are designed to deliver both instant and long-term results. After just one treatment, your skin will feel tinglingly refreshed, brighter, and decongested. However, for more significant concerns—such as acne scars, deep wrinkles, or pigmentation—a course of treatments is recommended to achieve optimal results.
What you’ll love about our chemical peels:
• A results-driven, professional treatment tailored to your needs
• Immediate improvement in texture and tone
• Long-lasting benefits with a recommended course of treatments
• Little to no down-time
Chemical peels can help with:
• Reducing fine lines and wrinkles
• Fading pigmentation and acne scars
• Sun damage
• Smoothing skin texture
• Acne, congestion, and blackheads
• Enlarged pores
• Improving overall radiance
How to Prepare for Your Peel
Avoid exfoliating products (like scrubs or retinol) at least 5–7 days before your treatment.
Keep your skin hydrated to support the healing process.
Protect your skin post-treatment with a good SPF (we recommend SPF 30 or higher, even in winter!).
Why Winter Is Perfect for a Peel
Reduced Sun Exposure:
After a peel, your skin is more sensitive to the sun’s UV rays. In winter, when daylight hours are shorter, the sun is less intense and you’re spending more time indoors, it’s easier to protect your skin and allow it to heal properly.
Tackle Post-Summer Damage:
If your skin is showing signs of sun damage (dark spots, uneven tone, or dryness) a chemical peel can help repair and restore your complexion.
Boost Cell Renewal and Combat Winter Dullness:
Cold weather can slow down your skin’s natural cell turnover, leaving it dull, flaky, dry and lacklustre. A chemical peel accelerates the renewal process, revealing fresher, radiant and healthier skin underneath.
Now’s the time to correct it and start the new year with your best skin yet.
Book Your Winter Peel Today
Ready to give your skin the boost it deserves? Book your chemical peel at Altha Spa and let us create a treatment plan tailored to your skin type and concerns.
Click here to book your peel now!
Your journey to radiant, healthy skin starts here.