What to Expect Before, During, and After a VI Peel

Flaky skin and uneven texture can make even the best skincare routine feel like it’s missing something. A VI Peel helps press reset, giving you that smooth, radiant glow your products can’t reach on their own. Here’s what the process looks like from start to finish, so you know exactly what to expect when you book your appointment.

At Lux Aesthetics in Seattle, Erin Bernstein, MSN, ARNP, CRNA, leads every treatment plan with over two decades of clinical and aesthetic experience. She blends her medical training with a passion for helping clients achieve balanced, natural results that complement their features. 

Preparing for Your VI Peel

The best results start before your appointment. Prepping your skin helps the peel work more evenly and comfortably. Erin and her team guide you through the process, but here are a few basics to keep in mind:

• Pause active ingredients: Stop retinoids, glycolic acid, and exfoliating products a few days before treatment.
• Stay hydrated: Healthy skin heals faster and peels more evenly when it’s well-hydrated.
• Skip tanning and waxing: Avoid these for at least a week to reduce irritation.
• Arrive makeup-free: Clean, bare skin allows the peel to penetrate properly.

Following these steps ensures your skin is in the best shape to receive the full benefits of your VI Peel.

During Your VI Peel Treatment

The actual treatment is surprisingly quick and comfortable. Once your skin is cleansed, the VI Peel solution is applied in layers. You may feel a light tingling or warmth, but it’s mild and fades quickly. The entire process usually takes about 30 minutes.

The peel’s powerful blend of trichloroacetic acid, Retin-A, salicylic acid, and vitamin C goes to work immediately, encouraging cell turnover and collagen renewal. When you leave Lux Aesthetics, the solution stays on for a few hours to maximize absorption before you rinse at home.

What Happens After a VI Peel

After your peel, you can expect mild redness and tightness for the first day or two. Peeling typically begins around day three and lasts up to a week. Don’t pick or peel manually—let your skin exfoliate naturally.

You’ll notice brighter, smoother skin once the peeling phase ends. Improvements in tone, texture, and clarity continue for several weeks as collagen production increases. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, medium-depth peels like the VI Peel stimulate skin renewal safely for most skin types.

Reveal Radiant Skin at Lux Aesthetics

Smooth, glowing skin starts with professional care you can trust. Book your VI Peel with Lux Aesthetics in Seattle, WA, and see why Erin Bernstein’s medical expertise makes all the difference. Call 425-331-9092 to schedule your appointment and experience what a customized VI Peel can do for you.