VI Peel 101: Timing Your Treatment for Optimal Fall and Winter Results
When it comes to skin treatments, timing matters just as much as the treatment itself. That’s especially true with chemical peels like the VI Peel—a professional-grade peel designed to resurface, brighten, and rejuvenate your skin. While you can get a peel any time of year, the truth is that fall and winter are the best seasons to schedule your series. At Core Aesthetic, here’s why we always recommend cooler-weather peels for the healthiest and most radiant results.
The VI Peel is one of our favorite treatments at Core Aesthetic because it delivers real results with minimal downtime. This medical-grade chemical peel is formulated to target everything from sun damage and hyperpigmentation to acne scars, fine lines, and uneven texture—all in a single treatment. Unlike older, harsher peels, the VI Peel is gentle enough for most skin types yet powerful enough to stimulate collagen production and reveal smoother, brighter, healthier-looking skin. Whether you’re looking for a fresh glow, a clearer complexion, or long-term anti-aging benefits, the VI Peel is a game-changing reset your skin will thank you for.
What Makes the VI Peel Different?
Unlike harsher chemical peels of the past, the VI Peel is designed to be gentle yet powerful. It combines a blend of medical-grade ingredients—like TCA (trichloroacetic acid), retinoic acid, salicylic acid, vitamin C, and phenol—to target multiple concerns at once. That means one treatment can:
Fade sun damage and dark spots
Smooth fine lines and wrinkles
Improve skin texture and tone
Reduce acne and acne scars
Stimulate collagen production for firmer skin
It’s an approachable peel for most skin types and tones, and downtime is minimal compared to older, more aggressive formulas.
Why Fall & Winter Are Prime Peel Seasons
Think of your skin as freshly resurfaced after a VI Peel—it’s more vulnerable to environmental stressors while it heals. Here’s why scheduling your treatment in the cooler months makes a big difference:
Lower UV Exposure = Lower Risk
Sunlight is one of the biggest culprits for pigmentation issues after a peel. Shorter, darker days mean less UV intensity, lowering the risk of irritation and hyperpigmentation.Recovery Is Easier
You’ll be indoors more often, bundled up against the cold—not laying poolside or outdoors for hours. This makes protecting your post-peel skin simpler.Get Ahead of Seasonal Skin Concerns
Dry, dull winter skin is a common complaint. A VI Peel exfoliates away dead cells, helping products absorb better and keeping your skin looking smooth and hydrated through the season.Perfect Pre-Holiday Glow
Schedule your peel a few weeks before the holidays, and you’ll walk into events with bright, refreshed skin.
What to Expect from a VI Peel
During the Treatment: The solution is applied in-office in just a few minutes. Most clients feel a mild tingling or warmth that fades quickly.
The Days After: Peeling usually begins around day 2 or 3 and lasts up to a week. Don’t worry—it’s temporary, and the glow waiting underneath is worth it.
Results Timeline: You’ll see brighter, smoother skin within 7–10 days, with collagen-boosting benefits continuing to develop over the following weeks.
Why Core Aesthetic Recommends a Seasonal Approach
At Core Aesthetic, we love the VI Peel because it’s a treatment that fits seamlessly into your skincare journey. When done strategically in the fall or winter, the results are amplified: you get a safer recovery window, longer-lasting benefits, and skin that’s prepped and glowing just in time for spring.
