This month we tried a rejuvenating chemical peel, the latest lash extension craze, and an oxygenating facial

OPTIPHI Skin Rejuvenation Peel at Confi dent Clinic, Jumeirah Beach Road

The lowdown: The Optiphi brand offers a chemical peel with a difference. It combines the regenerative capabilities of glycolic acid with a range of potent actives, providing intense hydration and anti-ageing
benefits while leaving skin well hydrated, resurfaced and regenerated. There is little to no downtime needed post Optiphi treatment too. Unlike with harsher chemical peels, your client can instantly walk
out into sunlight without having to hide skin away for days afterwards or wait for any redness to subside.
The peel promises to stimulate cellular activity and turnover, improve skin texture and fi rmness, boost hydration levels, refi ne enlarged pores and tackle hyperpigmentation and other signs of ageing.

PB says: Having heard about its popularity in South Africa (from where the brand originates), I was thrilled when Optiphi approached me and asked whether I’d like to try a course of Optiphi peels, consisting of one weekly treatment for six weeks. I was feeling slightly nervous, as I had never had a chemical peel before, but the therapist quickly put me at ease as she explained that the treatment had absolutely no downtime and that I could head straight into work and not worry about being red faced (literally). Each treatment involves preparing the skin with a full facial cleanse and pre-conditioning serum. The therapist also applies Vaseline around the mucous membranes (nose, eyes and lips). There are three types of peels with varying volumes of glycolic acid – 25 per cent, 30 per cent and 35 per cent. The fi rst treatment uses the lowest level. The peel is left to work for 15 minutes (with the therapist keeping a close eye on any reactions). Once the 15 minutes is up, a neutralising peel is placed over the face, followed by serum, mask and the all-important SPF. The overall process is absolutely pain free and the results after the course of six are staggering. Now my complexion looks radiant and after pictures reveal a completely even skin tone. The wrinkles on my forehead (a pet hate of mine) look visibly less prominent thanks to the collagen-boosting ingredients.

Business benefits: The treatments were so quick that they slotted perfectly in to my lunch break – and the fact that there was absolutely zero downtime means your clients can walk away and continue with their daily duties like normal, post treatment.

OPTIPHI Skin Rejuvenation Peel at Confi dent Clinic, Jumeirah Beach Road

The lowdown: The Optiphi brand offers a chemical peel with a difference. It combines the regenerative capabilities of glycolic acid with a range of potent actives, providing intense hydration and anti-ageing
benefits while leaving skin well hydrated, resurfaced and regenerated. There is little to no downtime needed post Optiphi treatment too. Unlike with harsher chemical peels, your client can instantly walk
out into sunlight without having to hide skin away for days afterwards or wait for any redness to subside.
The peel promises to stimulate cellular activity and turnover, improve skin texture and fi rmness, boost hydration levels, refi ne enlarged pores and tackle hyperpigmentation and other signs of ageing.

PB says: Having heard about its popularity in South Africa (from where the brand originates), I was thrilled when Optiphi approached me and asked whether I’d like to try a course of Optiphi peels, consisting of one weekly treatment for six weeks. I was feeling slightly nervous, as I had never had a chemical peel before, but the therapist quickly put me at ease as she explained that the treatment had absolutely no downtime and that I could head straight into work and not worry about being red faced (literally). Each treatment involves preparing the skin with a full facial cleanse and pre-conditioning serum. The therapist also applies Vaseline around the mucous membranes (nose, eyes and lips). There are three types of peels with varying volumes of glycolic acid – 25 per cent, 30 per cent and 35 per cent. The fi rst treatment uses the lowest level. The peel is left to work for 15 minutes (with the therapist keeping a close eye on any reactions). Once the 15 minutes is up, a neutralising peel is placed over the face, followed by serum, mask and the all-important SPF. The overall process is absolutely pain free and the results after the course of six are staggering. Now my complexion looks radiant and after pictures reveal a completely even skin tone. The wrinkles on my forehead (a pet hate of mine) look visibly less prominent thanks to the collagen-boosting ingredients.

Business benefits: The treatments were so quick that they slotted perfectly in to my lunch break – and the fact that there was absolutely zero downtime means your clients can walk away and continue with their daily duties like normal, post treatment.