Medik8 Sensitive PHA Peel in Perth for Calm Hydration and Renewed Radiance

A super-gentle resurfacing treatment designed for sensitive, redness-prone skin, performed within our tranquil Perth salon. Here’s why it’s become a quiet favourite for clients who want results without the sting of traditional acids.
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ABOUT THE SERVICE

Gentle PHA Resurfacing for Reactive Skin

The Medik8 Sensitive PHA Peel is the kindest resurfacing treatment in our peel menu, formulated specifically for skin that flushes, reacts, or simply doesn’t tolerate stronger acids. Using 30% Gluconolactone — a polyhydroxy acid with a larger molecular structure — this peel works at the surface to lift away dull cells while drawing in deep, lasting hydration. The experience is calm and considered: a thoughtful consultation, layered cleansing, and a fan-brush application within our customised treatment environment. Essentially, it’s resurfacing without the compromise, suited to the dry warmth and sun exposure that comes with the WA lifestyle.
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Benefits

Benefits and Ideal Candidates

This peel is ideal for clients with sensitive or redness-prone skin who want surface renewal, decongestion, and a luminous finish without the heat of stronger AHAs. It also suits anyone new to professional peels who’d like to start gently. Results vary based on skin type, lifestyle, and how consistently you maintain your homecare routine.
  • Visibly smooths uneven texture while supporting a stronger, calmer skin barrier.
  • Delivers intense hydration thanks to the moisture-binding nature of Gluconolactone.
  • Helps decongest the skin and refresh a dull, tired-looking complexion.
  • Uses Medik8's Time Release technology to minimise irritation throughout the treatment.
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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions About the Medik8 Sensitive PHA Peel

Common questions about the Medik8 Sensitive PHA Peel are answered below. Feel confident and informed about gentle resurfacing for reactive, redness-prone skin before booking at our Perth salon.

01 How does the Sensitive PHA Peel work?

The Sensitive PHA Peel is a professional-grade resurfacing treatment with a pH of 2.2, formulated around a single hero ingredient designed to be exceptionally kind to reactive skin.

  • 30% Gluconolactone A polyhydroxy acid (PHA) that exfoliates gently at the surface. Its larger molecular size means it penetrates more slowly than traditional AHAs, making it far less likely to trigger redness or stinging.
  • Time Release technology Acids are released gradually rather than all at once, helping to minimise irritation while still delivering meaningful results.
  • Hydration boost Unlike many resurfacing acids, Gluconolactone is humectant, drawing moisture into the skin as it works.

Allow approximately 45 to 60 minutes for the full appointment. It includes:

  • A consultation to confirm suitability and review your homecare.
  • A double cleanse using the Eyes & Lips Micellar Cleanse and Surface Radiance Cleanse.
  • Pre-peel preparation, with petroleum jelly applied to protect any sensitive zones.
  • The peel application itself, up to 10 minutes of contact time depending on your comfort.
  • A calming neutralising step using Calmwise Cleanser and Neutralising Spray.
  • A 15-minute Ultimate Recovery Bio-Cellulose Mask layered over Calmwise Serum.
  • Finishing enhancements C-Tetra Eye, C-Tetra Intense, Ultimate Recovery Intense, and a Physical SPF.

This is the gentlest resurfacing treatment in our peel menu, and most clients describe the sensation as a mild, cool tingle, if they notice anything at all. Here’s why – the larger PHA molecule sits more at the surface than a traditional AHA, so heat and stinging are far less common.

  • Time Release technology slows absorption further, keeping the experience suited even to redness-prone skin.
  • Your therapist monitors your comfort continuously, and a soothing Bio-Cellulose recovery mask follows immediately afterwards to calm and rebalance the skin.
  • A faint tingle or light, cool sensation is normal during the up to 10-minute contact time.

Downtime is generally minimal, which is one of the reasons this peel suits clients with reactive skin or busy schedules.

  • A subtle pinkness can occur in the first few hours, particularly on more sensitive complexions, and usually settles within the same day.
  • Mild surface flaking is possible over the following two to three days, although heavy peeling is not typical.
  • Most clients return to normal activities the next day — including makeup, with the right post-peel kit — while sticking carefully to daily SPF.

Yes. To keep your skin safe and your results consistent, two preparation steps are non-negotiable:

  • A patch test must be completed at least 24 hours before your first peel.
  • You’ll need to follow a Medik8 CSA (Vitamin C, Sunscreen, Vitamin A) homecare routine for a minimum of two weeks prior.

Yes, this is one of the most broadly suited peels in the Medik8 range, although the protocol is still tailored based on your Fitzpatrick skin type for the safest, most effective result.

  • Fitzpatrick skin types 1-4
    May begin directly on the Sensitive PHA Peel, with contact time tailored from 1-10 minutes based on comfort.
  • Fitzpatrick skin types 5-6
    Will start on the gentler Universal AHA peel as part of the Medik8 protocol, with concentration progressed gradually based on skin response.

This peel is particularly well suited to clients new to professional peels, or anyone with rosacea-prone, reactive, or barrier-compromised skin.

A course of 6 treatments delivers the most visible improvement, with frequency tailored to your Fitzpatrick skin type:

  • Fitzpatrick skin types 1 to 4
    Every 10 to 14 days.
  • Fitzpatrick skin types 5 and 6
    Every 3 to 4 weeks. Note that clients in this range will begin on the Universal AHA Peel as part of the Medik8 protocol before progressing.

Because this peel works gently at the surface, results build progressively rather than appearing as dramatic shifts.

  • After session 1
    Skin typically looks more luminous and feels noticeably softer, calmer, and better hydrated.
  • Mid-course (around treatment 3)
    Texture appears more refined, dullness lifts, and any lingering congestion often begins to ease.
  • Post-course of 6
    A calmer, smoother, more balanced complexion with a stronger-feeling skin barrier.

Outcomes vary based on skin sensitivity, lifestyle factors, and how consistently you maintain your CSA homecare routine and daily SPF.

Proper aftercare is what protects your investment and supports your barrier:

  • Use the Medik8 post-peel kit for a minimum of 3 days following treatment.
  • Continue your CSA homecare routine to maintain results between sessions.
  • Your take-home Vitamin A will typically be Crystal Retinal 3 or Bakuchiol Peptides, depending on your skin’s tolerance.
  • Daily SPF is essential, particularly in the Perth sun.

The Sensitive PHA Peel is not suitable if you have any of the following:

  • Sunburn
  • Warts in the treatment area
  • Inflamed acne
  • Active skin infections
  • Pregnancy
  • Immunosuppression
  • Collagen vascular disease
  • Aspirin allergy
  • Open cuts or abrasions in the treatment area
  • Use of Roaccutane within the last 6 to 12 months
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At Chafa Beauty, we value honesty and client trust. Every service is carried out with care, though results may vary depending on your natural features, lifestyle and maintenance. The information provided is for general guidance and is not a guarantee of outcome. We encourage open conversations so your chosen service aligns with your beauty goals.
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Situated within Perth’s vibrant centre, Chafa Beauty is easy to reach by car or public transport, offering effortless access for nearby suburbs and city visitors.

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    2/205 Bulwer Street, Perth,

  • Email

    chafabeautyperth@gmail.com

  • Phone

    08 6313 4724

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