Vi Peel: Changing the Face of Chemical Peels
Everyone wants to look young and most people will go to extremes to get younger, beautiful looking skin. Between painful surgeries and nasty recovery times people should not have to sacrifice comfort for beauty.
Dr. A.F. Kalil has developed a unique product, the Vi Peel, which gives patients dramatic results without the pain and lengthy recovery time that comes with similar procedures.
Now available in 40 of the 50 states the Vi Peel does more than remove visibly damaged skin. It treats the skin on a cellular level, working with acids and vitamins to help build collagen, shrink pores and eliminate fine lines and wrinkles.
Dr. Kalil graduated from the Universite Libre de Bruxelles in Brussels, Belgium. After completing internships, residencies and research on several continents he established the Vitality Institute in South Beach, FL. From there he has gone on to accomplish many advances, including the Vi Peel.
LA’s The Place had a chance to sit down with Dr. Kalil and discuss the benefits of the Vi Peel with him.
LA’s The Place: What sets the Vi Peel apart from other peels?
A.F. Kalil: With other treatments the down time is terrible and complications are possible, but the results are great. With the Vi Peel we use the strongest acids, but there is no need for preparation and no pain afterwards. Plus, the down time is really only a few days.
LATP: How long after the peel will patients see results?
Kalil: We give patients moisturizers to help with the peeling and in six to seven days they will have amazing looking skin.
LATP: How often can a person get a Vi Peel?
Kalil: The peels are so practical people can have them done three to four times a year. I call it "dentalized skin care"; treat your skin like you treat your teeth. People wait until they are 30 or 40, when their skin is falling apart, to try and repair the damage. However, 80 percent of skin damage for a person’s entire lifetime is done by the age of 18. People don’t wait until they already have cavities to start brushing their teeth and the same should go for their skin, why wait for the damage to be done to start taking care of it.
LATP: At what age can people start getting the treatment done?
Kalil: At age 14 is when the skin starts to become damaged. This is because once a person hits puberty their hormones start changing and they get acne. So I realized that the best way to treat acne scars is to not have them. Prevention is the best way because once you have a scar, you can never fully eliminate it, you can work to minimize it, but it will always be there.
LATP: What skin problems can be helped with the Vi Peel?
Kalil: It will help everything: discoloration, scars, fine lines, wrinkles and hyper pigmentation.
LATP:
Kalil: A person cannot protect their skin enough. From the time they wake up and light is shining through the windows to when they are sitting under fluorescent lights, damage is always being done. However, if a person keeps getting the Vi Peel applied not only will they repair damage that has already been done but their skin will not get any worse, it will continue to look that healthy for the rest of their lives People won’t believe your age, it will become just a number now.
For additional information on the Vi Peel, instructional videos or to find a doctor in your area visit www.kalilmedical.com or call 310-587-1911.
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21 Comments, Comment or Ping
Sarah Kabalka
Wow! What a joke! Minimal down time? I can’t go out. My face is like leather, bright red, and it hurt a lot when applied. So far the claims are not correct. I’m only on day 3 so I’ll be able to see the results hopefully in a few days but for now I look like a red leathery mess.
Jan 10th, 2009
Jane Emery
I personally had this peel done, and it was applied by Dr. Kalil himself, and had no problem whatsoever! I did not feel anything when it was applied, it was quite comfortable. My skin did get a little leathery, but that is part of the process, but it didn’t turn red, just a bit darker. I did have flaking of the skin, but that is part of the process. It turned out beautifully. Perhaps they applied too much of the solution?
Jan 10th, 2009
V Con
I had it done last week. I am very happy with the results. Yes my face was red the first two days and then it peeled but that’s what it is supposed to do. Looking better already!
Jan 12th, 2009
Madison
I just had the peel done yesterday and it wasn’t as bad as I thought. They cleaned my face with acetone and then they applied the first solution. It felt almost like I had a sunburn, but only for a moment, and then went away. I was afraid I was going to be seriously red because my face is super sensitive, but to my surprise and to the lady who applied it, it wasn’t. I wasn’t even a bronze/brown/orange color either. The smell wasn’t bad either, reminds me of the dentist office. I slept with the solution on and washed my face this morning and used the wipe. It didn’t burn, but about 30 minutes later, my skin started to itch and it’s still itching. I’m sure it’s my skin telling me that it’s ready to peel. My face doesn’t feel dry, or leathery, it actually feels soft – but it seriously itches like crazy!! To relieve it, i’m using a soft cloth over my face to relieve me of this agony. In the take home literature, it states that you can you hydrocortizone. Yea – I think my next stop is the grocery store to buy it!! I’m hoping it will start to peel soon. I’m at work, and nobody has said anything – so far so good.
Jan 29th, 2009
Kim
I did the Vi peel today. I was pleased that it was not uncomfortable- but perhaps that is because I am used to peels having done several “vitalize peels” which are TCA also and I use Obagi regularly. So far, so good. No one said anything to me today at work- skin just looked a little bronzed. You usually look worse before you look better is the way I look at peels. I am hopeful and confident. If you have never used RetinA or something of the like, you may be in for a surprise with the redness and/or peeling. But I am thinking the Vi peel is a great thing.
Feb 17th, 2009
Jolie
Doing this peel was the WORSE thing that I ever did to my face. I just wanted my face to be brighter and get ride of a pimple scar that I had on my cheek. I did this peel twice. The first time I finished peeling, I broke out all over my cheeks and my face was an uneven color. It was suggested that I do the peel again, so 2 weeks later, I did it again and the results were 10 times worse than the first time! I got dark marks all around my mouth and my scars got worse. I emailed Dr. K about the results and he said that I should have been given bleaching cream to avoid hyperpigmentation. So I have to purchase bleaching cream on top of the extremely expensive VI Peel? He also blamed it on my saying that this was caused because I didn’t use the aftercare products that were given to me. I DID use the products and I think it was just an excuse. I would NOT recommend this peel based on my experience.
Feb 25th, 2009
welsh flower
Hi,
Is this product available in U.K.?
How much and where can I purchase the product?
Thank you
Mar 10th, 2009
Tracy
I had two VI Peels, one in October and one in December. The first one was more painful and and uglier than the second, but still tolerable. When they say that you will look slightly tan after application, well that’s for someone with good skin that is not sun damaged. For me, who has many brown spots from years of sunbathing, looked like a monster. Every brown spot turned very dark to BLACK ( which is a good sign- but extremly ugly). I wished I knew that for I would have taken some time off from work. And of course the brown/black spots were the last to peel.- As for results- I think my skin approved slightly, but most of the brown spots did not budge( they appear slightly lighter). The one brown spot that is quite large totally peeled off and left a pink spot. But over a few weeks, it came right back and is still reorganizing as we speak. — So – I am still a slave to heavy makeup.– It seems it did not do the trick for me. I am now considering lasers.
Mar 12th, 2009
eva
ok, I did the peel last night and I used the precision applicator as well – so the areas I used the precision went extremely dark!! – Hope this is normal cuz Ive been having panic attacks looking at it. Does this sound normal anyone????
Mar 16th, 2009
Sara
Hi,
I have had two, I got great results after the first, just slightly red for 1 day and peeled day 2-4, after that I looked great. Second peel more solution was used and it was more painful, with about 3-4 days of heavy peeling and very tender skin. I really like this product, but think you must go to someone experienced in applying the chemical.
Mar 20th, 2009
Carrie
Hi,
i have just gotten the peel friday 27th. i was really red and still am. starting to peel around my mouth. i have broken out bad on my chin area. im guessing it’s from the moisterizer they gave me to use. my face is VERY itchy. im really hoping to see results!
Mar 29th, 2009
Lesley
My clinic is in Cardiff,Wales, UK. Except for a clinic in London I believe at the moment I am the only clinic in the UK offering this peel. I have used the peel on quite a few patients now and without exception they love the results. I am now having patients back for a second peel. I have had two of the peels myself and the results were fantastic. I have stopped using the Glycolic acid and TCA peels.
Apr 27th, 2009
Tierra
I just got my second peel yesterday and any pain and flaking that I have gone through has been totally worth it. When I went in the first time I had very bad acne and huge scars… This time I went in just to keep working on making my scars less visible. When I got it done last time it completely got rid of the acne on my chin and it still hasn’t come back. I had some on my cheek later but I believe that is fropm sitting on the phone all day at work since it is only on one side. I get so many compliments on my face and people real did notice the difference even without me telling them I had anything done. I used to have to wear full on concealer and foundation and then powder, now all I have to use is a little concealer around my eyes (don’t lie ladies we all get some circles when we don’t sleep. But anywhere the peel was applied I only use powder… I am so happy and so grateful and I can’t wait to see how much better my skin will be after this second one!!!!!
May 1st, 2009
Sarah
I had this peel recently and it was awful! I would not get it again. My face looks worse than it did before and I had really nice skin prior to the peel. I simply wanted something to make my skin glow and to improve the clarity. Well, I broke out which I never do. Also, my skin has scarring from the peel as well which is hideous! I would not recommend this peel.
Jun 1st, 2009
Rebecca
I had the peel four days ago. I love the results so far. I have dark scars and a little acne. But now the scars seem to be fading and the acne gone. I use the hydrocortisone that was suggested and it is working well. I used to tan and use fake tanner to try and cover up my dark spots and acne. I was told not to as it will hyperpigment my skin. I have had laser (very expensive), other chem peels, dermabrasion, you name it. So far the results of this VI Chem peel are the bests. My goal is to not wear makeup to cover up the spots and so far it seems this peel will achieve that. LOOOOOVEEEE it.
Jul 20th, 2009
Paula
Is this available in Belgium? and if not, where could I buy it and can I apply it at home?
Aug 22nd, 2009
Veta
Veta 9/18/09
I had the vi peel done on sep. the 3rd. and I was in pain for a week and a half ( a lot of itching,burnig, and very irritered).Today I look worst than ever in my life, having the VI Peel had been the wosrt mistake i have ever made.Now I am very worry because i don’t know if the damege that I got is permanent.I went to a dermatologist and he is very worry too,and that scares me the most.I don’t recomend this product at all,not even to my worst enemy.I been as honest as I can be because I really don’t want enybody else getting hurt like I did.!
Sep 18th, 2009
Melina
I got the vip precision peel done 3 weeks ago. I had an awful experience like everyone else here. Before I got the peel done, I only had a dime size brown spot on my face. The peel burned me badly, my skin peeled, and hurt so badly that I wanted to peel my face off. Where they applied the precision peel was totally burn almost like a second degree burn. The spots turned awfully brown to black and my face itched like crazy. After all the peeling was done, my face is worst than ever.. I have brown spots where I didn’t have any. and the clinic where I went, prescribed triluma to fade the spots. Why didn’t give me the tril-uma in the first place? Now they say I need a new peel. I will not do one ever again and will not recommend it to anyone.
Sep 27th, 2009
Jane Emery
I had this done by Dr. Kalil, the man who invented this. As I mentioned, it worked fine for me, I personally had no problem. Now, as with any treatment, there are many factors. You can put an application in different hands and your will get as many different results.This is a chemical peel! Find out if the person applying the peel has experience using it and ask to see pictures of results, or talk to previous clients who had it done. Especially if you have never had this done before, find out ahead of time!
Sep 28th, 2009
john eade
It is now the sixth day after getting my peel done and the obvious damage i had done to my skin for years is gone. My skin looks like a teenagers skin and i am 49 years old. I had an eyebrow lift and eyelid surgery about 7 years ago and was considering getting a lower facelift until now! I look younger and no longer feel i would benefit from one this is the best procedure anyone could ever do just make sure you have a qualified person doing it. John Vero Beach Fl
Oct 6th, 2009
Lilian
I did this peel three times, first time it hurt like hell for like an hour, I went dark within a day and looked like a monster for 5 days, you need to take time off from work or anywhere people do stare at you, I actually got more brown spots after so I did it a second time which was not as bad but didnt get great results, the third time it barely did anything and now I am gona give it a last try with the precision. I almost wished I hadn’t done it in the first place.
Nov 16th, 2009
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