This is part 2 of Ask the Esthetician where we answer your questions about peels, eye creams, and serums.

Q. What is a peel

A. A peel is a chemical, herbal or enzyme exfoliation of the epidermis.  Peels help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve textures, even skin tone, and treat acne and dehydrated skin conditions.  The level of exfoliation ranges from very superficial to aggressive, so talk to your esthetician about your skin care concerns and desired results to help determine the right peel for you.

Q. Eye creams are so expensive – do I really need one?

A. Your eyes are quickest area to show signs of aging so it is important that you do use an eye cream.  At Hibiscus Day Spa, we use and recommend PeterThomasRoth Anti-Aging Cellular Repair Eye Gel it contains wrinkle relaxing peptides to promote firmer, tighter skin.  Collagen and elastin to help smooth and lift skin reducing wrinkles. Not all eye creams are expensive so shop around and find one you like.  PeterThomasRoth Anti-Aging Cellular Repair Eye Gel cost $42 and last up to six months.

Q. How can I repair my skin after sun exposure and damage?

A. Heal your skin first with an anti-inflammatory and antioxidants to correct the damage, you need a combination of peels and a professional skin care regimen to do the trick.  Consult an esthetician or dermatologist.

Q. What products do I need to add to my skin care routine as my skin matures?

A. You need products that exfoliate to encourage cell turnover.  Look for products that contain peptides, retinol, and or alpha hydroxy acids in them.

Q. Are serums necessary in my skin care regimen?

A. Yes! serums pack the biggest anti-aging and treatment punch. Use a serum if you want to preserve, change or correct any issues with your skin.  Serums are the most concentrated piece in a skin care line and will you achieve the results you are looking to see.