Review: The Obagi Blue Peel Radiance

Review: The Obagi Blue Peel Radiance

I think the best way to describe the results of my recent Obagi Peel is that I haven’t picked up my blemish concealer for two weeks.  Now for those blessed with clear skin this may not mean much, but for someone who has had more break-outs than hot dinners, it’s a miracle.  (I find myself whispering, just in case my skin is listening!)

The Blurb

The Obagi Blue Peel RADIANCE is a safe, mild, and economical way to reverse the signs of aging. This virtually painless chemical peel provides instant rejuvenation by eliminating the effects of aging, sun damage, and other skin conditions. It leaves your skin looking smoother, tighter, and younger looking.

My experience

My reason for doing this was because I have a lot of marks on my face (mainly from picking spots/acne scars). Even though I’m in my 40’s, I’m still acne prone: I have oily skin, enlarged pores and suffer regular breakouts.

I was recommended the Obagi Blue Peel RADIANCE by ToniWarran Smith, the Practice Manager at the Royal Tunbridge Wells Skin & Laser Clinic in Kent.  After downloading my product history (I have tried everything from Quinoderm to Retin A) and examining my skin (confirming have level 2 adult on-set acne) I was told the treatment would seriously improve my skin’s look, texture, and feel… in a matter of minutes.

The practitioner warned me beforehand that it would feel hot, and it was! When she first put the blue peel on it felt warm and soothing, however within seconds it started heating up and my face was seriously on fire.  This however only lasted for a few minutes and as you know it’s doing good, it kind of makes it very bearable (I just kept thinking…’take that damn acne’!)

The whole treatment lasted around half an hour and straightaway I noticed an instant radiance or reddening; my skin felt tighter, smoother and brighter; so far so good.  After a couple of days I did experience some quite unsightly peeling around my mouth, nose and jaw and for this reason I suggest you undergo this treatment when you have a quiet week!  The advice given is ‘DO NOT PICK’! But that is all you want to do! 

Overall

I am delighted.  After only a week, my skin was looking better than I have ever remembered it.  All those pigment spots from past blemishes that I had become so used to…virtually gone!  After a month, the overall improvement is in my skin’s texture and tone, however he best thing is that apart from one lone spot, I still have clear skin.

Would I recommend it?

Yes.  Especially if you are bothered by blemishes, have tried everything else and crave results.  I have already booked in my second appointment (apparently a series of 4 to 6 peels provides best overall results) and cannot wait for the deeper results.