Hollywood Peel / Carbon Peel

At Lakeside Regenerrative Clinic, the Hollywood Peel, also known as a Carbon Laser Peel, is a non-invasive skin rejuvenation procedure designed to improve skin texture, clarity, and overall radiance. It combines a carbon-based topical mask with laser energy to exfoliate the skin and target selected surface-level concerns.

The treatment is suitable for patients looking for a refreshed appearance with minimal downtime, subject to individual clinical assessment.

1. Principle

The principle of a Carbon Laser Peel is to gently exfoliate the superficial skin layers while using laser energy to target excess oil, impurities, and selected pigmentation.

The carbon lotion acts as a photo-absorbing layer that interacts with the laser energy. The procedure can help remove superficial dead skin cells and support skin renewal.

Key principles include:

• Gentle exfoliation of the superficial skin
• Removal of surface impurities and excess oil
• Improvement of skin texture and smoothness
• Reduction in the appearance of enlarged pores
• Support for skin renewal
• Improvement in overall skin radiance

2. Mechanism

A thin layer of medical-grade carbon lotion is applied to the skin and allowed to settle within the superficial pores and surface irregularities.

A suitable laser is then passed over the treated area. The laser energy is absorbed by the carbon particles, causing their rapid breakdown and removal. This process helps exfoliate the superficial layer of the skin and can also produce controlled thermal stimulation.

The procedure may additionally influence sebaceous activity and provide a mild collagen-stimulating effect, contributing to improvements in skin texture over time.

Overall mechanism:

Carbon application → Laser absorption → Carbon particle breakdown → Surface exfoliation → Skin renewal → Improved texture and radiance

3. Indications

A Carbon Laser Peel may be considered for patients with concerns related to skin texture, oiliness, pigmentation, and overall skin appearance.

Common indications include:

• Dull or uneven-looking skin
• Oily or congested skin
• Enlarged pores
• Uneven skin texture
• Mild pigmentation
• Uneven skin tone
• Superficial acne-related concerns
• Mild post-acne marks
• Early signs of photoageing
• General skin rejuvenation

The treatment is particularly suited to superficial skin concerns. Deeper pigmentation, significant acne scarring, or more advanced skin ageing may require other or additional dermatological treatments.

4. Contraindications & Precautions

A skin assessment is recommended before treatment to determine suitability and minimise the risk of complications.

Contraindications may include:

• Active bacterial, viral, or fungal skin infection
• Open wounds or significantly compromised skin
• Severe active inflammatory skin conditions
• Recent severe sun exposure or sunburn
• Known sensitivity to the products used during treatment
• Certain photosensitive medical conditions or medications

Important precautions include:

• Pregnancy and breastfeeding, depending on the clinical situation
• Use of photosensitising medications
• Recent chemical peels, laser procedures, or other intensive skin treatments
• Active acne or inflammation in the treatment area
• History of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation
• Use of medications that increase photosensitivity

Hollywood Peel at Lakeside Regenerrative Clinic

At Lakeside Regenerrative Clinic, Carbon Laser Peel treatments are performed following an assessment of the patient's skin type, pigmentation, oil production, sensitivity, and treatment goals.

Our approach focuses on selecting appropriate laser settings and treatment protocols according to individual skin characteristics. Patients are also advised about expected results, aftercare, limitations, and potential side effects before treatment.

Consult our dermatology team to determine whether a Hollywood Peel is suitable for your skin.