Acne Peel (Salicylic &Lactic Acid with Niacinamide) – Aesthetics Rx® Professional Treatment
The Acne Peel is a professional Aesthetics Rx® treatment designed to deeply cleanse congested skin, support clearer pores, and improve uneven skin tone. This advanced acne peel combines salicylic acid, lactic acid, and niacinamide to gently exfoliate dead skin cells while helping reduce excess oil and visible breakouts.
Formulated as part of the Aesthetics Rx® professional treatment range, this chemical peel supports skin experiencing congestion, enlarged pores, acne scars, and dull skin texture. The powerful blend of beta-hydroxy acid and alpha-hydroxy acid works on the surface and within pores to refine skin texture and promote a visibly smoother complexion.
How the Acne Peel Works
This skin care treatment uses a professional combination of salicylic acid, lactic acid, and niacinamide to exfoliate the skin while supporting clearer pores and a more even skin tone. This multi-acid approach allows the treatment to work both on the skin's surface and within congested areas.
Salicylic acid, a beta-hydroxy acid, is oil-soluble and able to move into pores where excess sebum and debris can collect. This helps loosen buildup linked to congestion and breakouts while supporting a visibly clearer skin surface. Lactic acid, an alpha-hydroxy acid, encourages gentle shedding of dead skin cells to refine skin texture and
brighten dull areas affected by uneven tone or sun exposure.
Niacinamide supports the appearance of balanced oil production and calmer-looking skin. Together, these active ingredients form a controlled professional peel designed to improve clarity, smoothness, and overall skin condition.
Skin Concerns It Targets
This treatment is suitable for skin affected by congestion, breakouts, and uneven skin tone. It is often recommended for oily or combination skin types where excess sebum can contribute to blocked pores and recurring acne. It may also support skin showing early acne scars, enlarged pores, or areas of dull texture.
Unlike many at-home chemical peels, this professional treatment works in a controlled clinic setting using carefully balanced active ingredients. This allows deeper exfoliation of dead skin cells while maintaining skin comfort.
Clients experiencing congestion across the face, neck, or chest may benefit from including this peel in a structured treatment plan. Consistent treatments help the skin appear clearer, smoother, and more visibly refined over time.
Treatment Benefits
The Aesthetics Rx® Acne Peel gently removes dead skin cells and helps refine areas affected by congestion. As the exfoliation process progresses, many clients notice smoother skin texture and a more even appearance across areas affected by pigmentation, dark spots, or redness.
The combination of BHA and AHA activity helps improve the skin's response to excess oil while supporting a brighter complexion over time. With treatments spaced across several weeks, results can build gradually as part of a consistent professional skin care program.
Niacinamide within the formulation helps maintain comfort during treatment while supporting skin that looks calmer and more balanced. When paired with an appropriate moisturiser and daily sun protection, the skin can appear visibly clearer, more refined, and better prepared to respond to ongoing treatment for the best results.
What to Expect
Your clinician will first prepare the skin by cleansing the treatment area to remove surface oil and debris. The Acne Peel is then applied in a controlled layer across the face and may also be applied to the neck or chest if required. Care is taken to avoid the eye area and other delicate zones during application. You may feel a light tingling sensation as the aha and salicylic acid begin the exfoliation process. This response is expected and is monitored closely to match your skin tolerance. The peel remains on the skin for a short time before being neutralised or rinsed, depending on the treatment plan. Most appointments take around 30 minutes. Some clients notice mild redness or slight swelling immediately after treatment, which usually settles within hours. The procedure is performed in a professional clinic setting with a strong focus on comfort and safety.
Aftercare & Results
Skin may appear brighter and feel smoother as surface buildup begins to shed over the following days. Some clients notice mild dryness or light flaking as part of the normal exfoliation process. A gentle cleanser and a supportive moisturiser can help hydrate the skin while it recovers. Daily sunscreen is recommended to help protect freshly treated skin from further sun damage. Your clinician may also advise avoiding active exfoliants or skin needling for a short period while the skin settles. This allows the treatment to support a more even tone and improved clarity without unnecessary irritation. Over time, this process may also support areas affected by early wrinkles or uneven firmness.
Why Choose Aesthetics Rx® Acne Peel
The Acne Peel is part of our professional cosmeceutical treatment system developed from experience supporting skin after clinical aesthetic procedures. Our brand began in the medical aesthetic clinic environment, where formulations were designed for professional prescription for compromised or treatment-prepared skin. We combine biotechnology-derived ingredients with plant actives to maintain consistent ingredient quality and reliable treatment performance. This approach allows our formulations to work with the skin’s natural structure while supporting visible improvements in clarity, tone, and texture. Our products are developed in Australia under the direction of award-winning skincare expert Nicola Kropach and a team of cosmetic chemists. Delivered through trained clinics, the Acne Peel forms part of a structured Aesthetics Rx® treatment pathway.
FAQs
Is theAesthetics Rx® Acne Peel painful?
Most clients experience only mild tingling during the peel as the active ingredients begin to exfoliate. Sensations are temporary and closely monitored by your clinician. The treatment is designed to remain comfortable and reduce breakouts.
How many treatments will I need?
Treatment frequency depends on your skin condition and goals. Many clients include the Acne Peel as part of a treatment plan completed over several weeks. Your clinician will assess your skin and prepare a schedule suited to your tolerance and expected progress.
Can I wear makeup after the treatment?
It is usually recommended to allow the skin time to settle before applying makeup. Your clinician may advise waiting until the following day, depending on how your skin responds. Using gentle skin care and sunscreen supports recovery after treatment.
Is this treatment suitable for sensitive skin?
The Acne Peel can be suitable for some sensitive skin types when applied in a controlled clinic setting. Your clinician will review your skin history, current routine, and tolerance to active ingredients before treatment to maintain safety and comfort.
How quickly will I see results?
Some clients notice a brighter appearance and smoother skin texture within days. Cleaner pores and improved tone often develop gradually over several weeks as treatments continue within a structured Aesthetics Rx® program.