At-home peels are fast becoming a regular part of many women’s skincare regimes, helping the complexion to look more radiant and smoother. Idéalia Peeling is Vichy’s first night peel formula, and is suitable for daily use on sensitive skin.
USE
How should I apply Idéalia Night Peeling?
Idéalia Night Peeling should be applied every evening using a cotton pad: pour some liquid onto the pad, applying on the skin in circular motions starting from the jawline working up the face towards the forehead. No need to rinse. Avoid eye contour area. Do not apply on lips.
Is the peeling really adapted for daily use?
Yes, Idéalia Night Peeling has been tested for use on sensitive skin daily. During the first week of use, apply every other day to test the skin’s tolerance. After this, if your skin is tolerating the product, usage can be increased to every evening. You should always use a sunscreen the next day.
Should I apply a product before using Idéalia Night Peeling?
No, apply Idéalia Night Peeling to freshly cleansed skin.
Can I use another product on top of Idéalia Night Peeling?
Yes, a serum or a moisturiser can be used following the peeling, and the next morning an SPF 15+ should always be applied, such as Idéalia BB or Slow-Âge.
Can the peeling be followed with any serum or cream?
According to the user’s habits, the peeling can be followed by usual serum or cream, however do not use Idéalia Night Peeling in conjunction with other peeling active ingredients such as fruit acids, glycolic acid, AHA, etc. After using the peeling at night, use a sunscreen or a day cream containing at least SPF 15+, such as Idéalia BB or Slow-Âge.
Do you need to use an SPF during the day time?
Yes, a minimum SPF of 15 should be worn during the day time, such as Idéalia BB or Slow-Âge. When treating pigmentation or during periods of strong sun, a SPF 30 or 50 is recommended, such as a Vichy Ideal Soleil SPF 50.
What are the best times of the year to use the peeling? Should certain periods of the year be avoided?
The peeling can be used year-round, as long as SPF is always applied during the day. Great for when the skin needs a boost.
Can you use Idéalia Night Peeling with other skin peeling products containing ingredients such as Retinol, AHA’s other products containing glycolic acid?
It is not recommended to be used Idéalia Night Peeling in conjunction with other peeling active ingredients.
TARGET / SKIN TYPE
For whom is Idéalia Night Peeling recommended?
To all women who want to recover a smoother and more radiant skin. For instance, you can advise Idéalia Night Peeling as a complement to women who buy anti-wrinkle cream or anti-dark spot face care products that do not contain any skin peeling/exfoliating ingredients.
If I have sensitive skin can I use Idéalia Night Peeling?
Yes, Idéalia Night Peeling was tested for use on sensitive skin. During the first week of use, apply every other day to test skin’s tolerance. After this, if your skin is tolerating the product well, usage can be increased to every evening.
Is it also adapted to dry skin?
Idéalia Night Peeling is also suitable for use on dry skin, however never forget to use your regular moisturizer after applying the peeling, and during the day make sure to use an SPF, such as Idéalia BB or Slow-Âge. If your skin needs a little bit more comfort, try using your moisturizer in a dry skin version.
Are there any skin conditions Idéalia Night Peeling is not suitable for?
Avoid usage on atopic/ very reactive skin or skin that has previously had a reaction to peeling treatments. Consult with your dermatologist before using on acne prone skin.
Can the Night Peeling by used by a man?
Yes, Idéalia Night Peeling can also be used on a man’s skin.
Can the night Peeling by used by any ethnicity?
Yes, Idéalia Night Peeling was tested on multiple ethnicities with positive results.
PRODUCT / ROUTINE
What is the pH of Idéalia Night Peeling?
Idéalia Night Peeling has a pH of 4.3, making it efficient without damaging the skin.
What skincare routine should I follow when using Idéalia Night Peeling?
Cleanse the skin before applying Idéalia Night Peeling. If desired, Vichy Mineralizing water can also be applied prior to the Night Peeling. After using the Night Peeling, apply serum or night cream to provide extra care and hydration to skin. In the morning, be sure to use an SPF 15+ or more, such as Idéalia BB or Slow-Âge.
Can you add a mechanical exfoliation as well while using the Night Peeling?
No, there is no need to use another exfoliating product in conjunction with Idéalia Night Peeling and the results can be very harsh on skin.
RESULTS/ BENEFITS
After how much time do you start to see results?
Results can start to be seen during the first two weeks of use such as skin radiance, smoothness and clearer skin, and a decrease in the appearance of pigmentation and dark spots.
Will Idéalia Night Peeling help reduce skin pigmentation?
Yes, Idéalia Night Peeling was tested on skin with mild to moderate dark spots over a 12 week period, one application every night. Results can be seen during the first 2 weeks of use. In the case of initial skin pigmentation, or in periods of strong sun, a higher SPF should be applied every morning (SPF 30 or 50).
Should I expect to feel any tingling sensations while using Idéalia Night Peeling?
When using Idéalia Night Peeling you may feel a slight tingling sensation initially, this is a normal sensation. Stinging or burning sensations are not normal, in the unlikely case that this occurs, as rare reactions can occur with any skincare product, remove the product with cold and then discontinue product use.
Should I expect to develop some dry patches of skin during the first few weeks of use?
No. If this is the case, try spacing out your use of the Night Peeling to every other evening, and follow the treatment with a moisturizer adapted to dry skin.
See a visible difference in your skin day after day with Idéalia Peeling – Vichy’s first night peel formula.
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