Reveal Radiant Skin with Ourself’s At-Home Brightening Peel Treatment

Out with the old and in with the new! As much as we enjoyed the sun this summer, it can do a number on our skin. Uneven pigmentation, loss of elasticity, and uneven texture are common skin issues accelerated by frequent sun exposure. With fall around the corner, lift off your old skin’s layer and reset your complexion for renewed, radiant skin with the Ourself Brightening Peel. From the comfort of your own home, our simple at-home chemical peel treatment is clinically proven to reveal brighter, even-toned skin while also reducing the appearance of fine lines and pores.

 

Read below for our tips and in-depth directions on how to use Brightening Peel:

 

Sunburn Alert: This product contains an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that may increase your skin's sensitivity to the sun and particularly the possibility of sunburn. Use a sunscreen, wear protective clothing, and limit sun exposure while using this product and for a week afterwards. 

 

HOW TO USE BRIGHTENING PEEL

What to Expect

  • Because of the ingredients used in the Brightening Peel, we strongly recommend that you follow all application steps, including pre- and post-peel. This will help ensure the best results and best skin comfort.
  • Everyone's skin responds differently:

o You may experience visible flaking or peeling, especially 2-4 days post-treatment. This is normal. DO NOT exfoliate or pull the skin on the treated area. It will come off on its own.

 

On the other hand, you may not experience any visible skin peeling after the treatment. This is also normal. The product is still working.

  • You'll see visible results—brighter, silky-soft skin—within 7-14 days of using Brightening Peel.

 

PREP: HOW TO PREPARE FOR YOUR BRIGHTENING PEEL

  • You should not use Brightening Peel for at least 2 weeks, and preferably 4 weeks, after using a strong peel or facial treatment to allow your skin to fully recover. Discontinue use of cosmetic products with retinoid/retinol and/or AHAs/BHAs.
  • For 2 weeks prior to your treatment, apply Daily Dark Spot Intercept (DDSI) followed by Daily Renewal Cream (DRC), and Sunscreen SPF 30 or higher each morning. At night, repeat the application of DDSI and DRC. When outdoors, reapply sunscreen every 2-3 hours.
  • These steps prime the skin, creating the ideal condition for the treatment and ensuring the best post-peel results.

 

STEP 1: CLEANSE

  • Pull hair completely off face. Cleanse skin with Ourself Daily Purifying Cleanser or normal cleanser. Avoid cleansers that contain acids or exfoliants.

 

STEP 2: PREPARING THE PEEL

  • Once the skin is clean and dry, open the peel vial by placing thumb on the arrows on the cap and pushing up. This will break the foil safety seal in the center. Carefully remove the crimp seal and stopper.

 

STEP 3

  • If the kit purchased has a tray included, place peel vial into perforated hole for stability during application. If no tray is included, proceed to Step 4.

 

STEP 4: PREPARING THE PEEL

  • Fold the provided gauze pad into quarters.
  • Using the dropper, apply 1-2 droppers full of Peel to the gauze evenly distributing the solution from the center of the pad to the edges. Make sure that the gauze is not dripping.

 

STEP 5: APPLYING THE PEEL

  • Apply one layer of the Peel solution, using a single passage over skin, working in this order:
  1. Forehead
  2. Lower face (around the mouth, avoiding lips)
  3. Nose area
  4. Cheeks (don't apply above your cheekbone)

Avoid the eye area entirely

 

STEP 6: APPLYING MULTIPLE LAYERS

  • Wait 3-5 minutes after the first layer of peel is applied.
  • Mild stinging/burning sensation is expected. If burning or stinging continues after 5 minutes, stop application.
  • If there is no lingering burning or stinging after 5 minutes, you may apply up to 2 additional layers.

 

STEP 7: APPLYING POST-PEEL SKINCARE

  • After the final layer is applied, wait 15-30 minutes before applying moisturizer to keep the treated area well moisturized.
  • If using the Ourself Everyday Regimen, apply DDSI and followed by DRC. It is important to use sunscreen in the daytime to protect skin and encourage results.

 

NOTE: Brightening Peel is self-neutralizing, you do not need to wash it off.

 

STEP 8: STORAGE

  • If you have extra solution in the bottle, pop on the extra cap and save for your next peel day. Enjoy your brighter skin for at least 2-4 weeks before you repeat Brightening Peel. Store upright in a cool, dark place, away from pets, children and jostling (it’s best if the opened solution doesn’t spill as it can cause damage to some surfaces; do not travel with bottle after opening). Once opened, Brightening Peel should be used or carefully poured down the drain within 3 months.

 

DAY 16+

STEP 9: PEEL POST-CARE

  • Cleanse your face as usual the next day and continue the application of DDSI, DRC am/pm and daily application of sunscreen to maintain optimum results.
  • Avoid excessive sun exposure, if you must be outside, reapply SPF every 2-3 hours.
  • Expect to see visible results—brighter, silky-soft skin - within 7-14 days after using Brightening Peel

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Turn over a new leaf this fall and reveal your skin’s natural radiance with the Ourself Brightening Peel. See the full professional grade regimen below to help repair your skin before the season’s change:

 

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