CHEMICAL PEELS IN BEND, OREGON

It depends on your skin and your concerns. Glycolic peels suit most skin types and work particularly well on fine lines. TCA peels are ideal for sensitive or fragile skin. Lactic Acid peels are the most universally tolerated and address hyperpigmentation across all skin types. Salicylic peels are the most vigorous and best suited for oily, blemished, or thick skin. Nichola will help you choose during your consultation — no guesswork required.

All four physician-grade peels at Sage & Honey Spa are priced at $80 per session — Glycolic Acid, TCA, Lactic Acid, and Salicylic Acid. We recommend a series of treatments for best results, and Nichola can advise on the right schedule for your skin during your first appointment.

Yes. Our TCA and Lactic Acid peels are specifically designed for sensitive, thin, or fragile skin. They are mild yet effective, strengthening the skin barrier and improving texture without aggression. Nichola assesses your skin before every treatment and will never recommend a peel that isn't right for where your skin is right now.

Most clients see meaningful improvement after their first treatment and continued improvement with regular sessions. For specific concerns like acne scarring, sun damage, or hyperpigmentation, a series of treatments spaced two to four weeks apart typically delivers the best results. Nichola will recommend a plan based on your skin's response and your goals.

There are a few situations where we'll recommend waiting. Skin peels are not advised if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, if you have an active skin infection, open wounds, or sunburn, or if you have used Accutane within the past six months. If you have a history of cold sores, let Nichola know before your appointment — a peel can sometimes trigger an outbreak and we can take steps to prevent that. If you've recently had laser treatments, waxing, or other active skin procedures, we'll want to allow adequate healing time before your peel. When in doubt, tell us everything — the conversation before your treatment is where we make sure the timing is right for your skin.

All of our physician-grade peels are performed using Sanitas Skin Care, a professional-grade line formulated with high-performance botanicals and clinically proven ingredients. Sanitas is trusted by licensed skin care professionals across the country for its effectiveness, its commitment to clean formulation, and its results-driven approach to skin health. It's what Nichola uses because it's what works, and because the quality of the product matters as much as the skill of the person applying it.

Recovery varies by peel strength. Gentler formulas require little to no downtime, while more advanced peels may bring a few days of visible peeling or redness. You'll know exactly what to expect for your specific treatment before you leave your appointment.

Yes. Peels that work more deeply, like our Salicylic Acid or Beta Peel, are especially effective at softening the appearance of acne scarring and refining texture over a series of treatments.

This scale reflects how deeply a peel works and how much change to expect per session. Gentle peels work at the skin's surface, ideal for sensitive skin or anyone new to peels. Moderate peels reach a little deeper for more noticeable results. Advanced and vigorous peels go deeper still, targeting stubborn concerns like acne, hyperpigmentation, or pronounced texture, and typically call for a bit more recovery time.