Our pick of professional peels to tackle post-summer pigmentation

Treating Pigmentation

BEST FOR… ageing concerns

Murad Technoceuticals Peels combine glycolic acid with the brand’s Tri-Acid Complex technology and antioxidants and hydrators. There are three strength levels but Level 3 Retinol Dual-Phase Power Peel Featuring Tri-Acid Complex plus Retinol is most suited to tackling pigmentation. For those with severe ageing skin concerns, highly tolerant skin, or clients looking for maximum resurfacing intensity, it delivers enhanced penetration of actives to firm skin and minimise lines and wrinkles in addition to addressing pigmentation concerns.

Trade: £90 for 20 treatments 020 7870 4813 murad.co.uk

BEST FOR… acne-prone skin

The RégimA Zone Power Peel 50, used in conjunction with the Acne Attack Pro Masque in RégimA’s Double Whammy peel, is a powerful, yet safe option for treating hyperpigmentation. The treatment itself contains 30% salicylic acid (BHA) plus 12% lactic acid, ensuring it does not self-neutralise, combined with with six natural alpha hydroxy acids plus healing, exfoliating, smoothing active ingredients to help normalise hormones within the skin. Although suitable for all skin types and ethnicities, including ageing skin, the product is particularly effective for both adult or youth acne sufferers, billed as working wonders on acne scarring.

Trade: £55 for up to 25 peels 0118 946 3018 regimazone.uk

BEST FOR… uneven skin tone

The Thalgo MCeutic cosmeceutical line offers professional peels in three strengths prescribed after a detailed consultation to determine the grade of skin imperfections. The professional peels incorporate three acids (salicylic, malic and ascorbic) to regenerate, renew and resurface the skin, leaving it clearer and brighter with a visible reduction in surface irregularities, tighter pores and a refined skin texture. The peels are recommended as a course of four treatments.

Trade: £28.35 for seven vials 020 7512 0872 thalgo.co.uk

BEST FOR… sensitive skin

The QMS Exfoliant Fluid is a highly effective exfoliation product featuring a unique peeling system of fruit acids and enzymes to dissolve dead skin cells and stimulate new cell production without damaging the valuable barrier function of the skin. Active ingredients are combined with enhanced technology to ensure the optimum penetration, protection and preparation of the skin, while an anti-irritation complex relieves irritation and soothes.

Trade: £42 for 100ml 020 3971 2590 qmsmedicosmetics.com