Renew the Surface
What Is VI Peel?
VI Peel is a family of professional chemical peels from Vitality Institute. The treatment exfoliates the skin using a formulated solution, with different blends designed for concerns such as discoloration, breakouts, and signs of aging. It is applied in a clinical setting, not sold as an at-home peel.
At Aesthetica by Ashley Howarth MD, a VI Peel plan begins with the concern you want to address and an assessment of your skin. The formula, timing, and home care are chosen for the individual.
Your Skin Concerns
What Can VI Peel Help Address?
The most useful starting point is a specific concern. Depending on the blend and your assessment, VI Peel may be considered for:
- Uneven tone and sun-related discoloration
- Post-acne dark marks
- Congestion and acne-prone skin
- Rough texture and a dull surface appearance
- Fine lines and early visible signs of aging
Changes vary with the concern, formulation, and skin response. A peel does not replace an examination of a new or changing spot, and deeper scars or laxity may need a different approach.
Medical Direction
A Peel Within a Broader Skin Plan
Choosing a peel is also a decision about what the skin needs next. Dr. Howarth’s practice includes surface treatments, energy-based treatments, and surgical care, allowing the recommendation to follow the concern.
Aesthetica clinicians provide care under the practice’s medical direction. Your appointment is not a promise that Dr. Howarth personally applies the peel. Ask the team who will perform your treatment and what your visit will include.
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Where to Start
Is VI Peel Right for Your Skin?
Skin tone alone does not determine candidacy. VI Peel includes formulations intended for a range of skin tones, but pigment history, sensitivity, and the current condition of the skin still matter.
Tell the team about pregnancy or breastfeeding, allergies, isotretinoin use, cold sores, active irritation, medications, and recent procedures. These can change whether or when treatment is appropriate. Bring your current skincare list to the consultation.
Personalized Selection
Matching VI Peel to the Concern
Tone and Sun-Related Change
Describe where discoloration appears and how it changes with sun exposure. The team can distinguish a cosmetic treatment goal from a finding that needs medical evaluation before a peel.
Acne and Post-Acne Marks
VI Peel’s acne-focused formulations address breakouts and the dark marks they can leave. A flat pigment mark is different from a depressed scar; the assessment should separate those goals before setting expectations.
Melasma Requires Ongoing Care
A pigment-focused VI Peel may be part of a melasma plan. Melasma is persistent and can recur, so treatment may also involve prescribed skincare and ongoing sun protection. A peel is not a permanent cure.
Comparing Other Options
Compare VI Peel with the practice’s broader chemical peel options, facials, and MOXI laser when considering your priorities. The team can explain which approach fits your concern and available recovery time.
The Appointment
What to Expect From Your VI Peel Visit
Treatment includes an assessment, application, and instructions for the days that follow. Confirm the chosen formulation and the recovery plan before proceeding.
Review Your Skin
Discuss your goals, prior reactions, medications, and upcoming travel or events. The team explains suitability, alternatives, and the treatment quote.
Apply the Peel
The clinician prepares the skin and applies the selected solution. Temporary tingling or warmth can occur; communicate any discomfort during the visit.
Follow Your Aftercare Plan
Leave with formulation-specific instructions and the recommended post-peel products. Follow that plan for cleansing, product use, activity, and sun protection.
Plan for Healing
VI Peel Recovery and Risks
Peeling commonly starts around day three and continues for several days. Plan roughly a week around visible flaking, with individual variation. Your clinician’s instructions take priority over a general timeline.
During Recovery
- Use the prescribed post-peel care as directed.
- Let shedding skin release naturally; do not pick or scrub.
- Protect healing skin from sun exposure.
- Follow the team’s guidance before resuming exercise or active skincare.
Risks to Discuss
- Redness, irritation, dryness, or prolonged sensitivity
- Darkening or lightening of the skin, sometimes lasting
- Infection, cold-sore reactivation, or delayed healing
- Scarring or an unsatisfactory cosmetic result
Your Treatment Plan
VI Peel Cost and Booking in Scottsdale
Request a personalized VI Peel quote from the Aesthetica team. Confirm the recommended formula, what the visit includes, and whether further sessions are advised before committing to a plan.
Aesthetica by Ashley Howarth MD is at 7373 N Scottsdale Rd, Ste C150, Scottsdale, AZ 85253. Use the consultation form below or call 480.535.5021.
Ask About VI Peel
Mention VI Peel and the concern you would like to discuss. The team can confirm availability and the next step.
Choose a Practical Date
Allow for the visible peeling period and your ability to follow aftercare. Discuss outdoor activities and important events before choosing a date.
Reassess Before Repeating
Review your skin response with the team before scheduling another peel. The number and spacing of treatments depend on your goals and healing.
Your Questions, Answered
VI Peel Frequently Asked Questions
VI Peel is a professional chemical peel applied by a trained provider. The post-treatment products support home care; they are not a substitute for the in-office treatment.
The recommendation follows your skin assessment and goals. Ask the Aesthetica team which formulation is appropriate and available for your visit.
Contact the team for a personalized quote. Confirm the selected treatment, included aftercare, and any recommended additional visits.
Expect several days of visible flaking, often within the first week. The amount and duration vary; follow the written instructions provided for your treatment.
Selected formulations target acne-related pigmentation or melasma. The assessment distinguishes pigment from scarring and considers ongoing skincare. Improvement varies, and melasma can return.
VI Peel includes options for different skin tones. A clinician should still evaluate your pigment history, sensitivity, and suitability rather than relying on skin tone alone.
Aesthetica clinicians provide treatment under Dr. Howarth’s medical direction. Confirm your treating clinician with the team when arranging the visit.
Contact the treating team promptly for worsening pain, marked swelling, blistering, or other concerns. Do not pick the skin or add unapproved products while awaiting advice.
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