This 10% TCA Peel is a professional exfoliating peel designed to help visibly refine skin texture and improve the look of uneven tone while maintaining a controlled, comfort‑focused experience. Formulated with azelaic, kojic, and arbutin.
Skin Type & Concerns
Skin Type: All
Client Concerns: Hyperpigmentation, acne
Pro Tips
Best results will be seen when performed in a series of peels; Don’t agree to the peel series unless the client commits to home care.
Contraindications: recent sun exposure, pregnancy, breastfeeding, certain topical medications/antibiotics, Accutane, OTC and prescription retinoids, and chronic illnesses. This list could be extensive, so please use your
best judgment in selecting peel candidates.
Prepare Fitzpatricks 4-6 with tyrosinase inhibitors (Glycolic & Retinol Pads) for 1 – 2 weeks prior to use to avoid post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
Apply one layer at a time with gauze, allowing for 5 minutes between layers.
DO NOT REMOVE THE PEEL; have the client do the recommended post-care routine at bedtime (leave peel on for at least 8 hours).
If the client has excessive peeling or a hot spot during the glycolic or lactic peel phases during the series, space treatments out and work around hot spots.
During the peel series, if the client peels excessively during week 4, do not do more than two layers in week 8. If the client does not peel at all during week 4, apply up to 8 layers.
For maintenance after the peel series, see the client every 4 – 6 weeks to perform lightening treatments with enzymes, and have the client continue homecare
Key Ingredients
Trichloroacetic Acid (10%) is great for peeling the skin to make room for regrowth of new skin. It improves wrinkling and roughness, and it softens skin.
Azelaic Acid (15%) inhibits tyrosinase activity to reduce pigmentation. It is effective in treating a number of skin conditions such as acne, inflammation, and hyperpigmentation. It is naturally antibacterial, which makes it a great treatment for acne.
Alpha-Arbutin (5%) is a non-irritating skin brightener. It is an excellent alternative to hydroquinone.
Kojic Acid (2%) inhibits melanin production by inhibiting the tyrosinase enzyme. It also provides gradual and continual skin brightening to relieve skin discolorations.
Peel Homecare Important Notes:
Client may experience visible peeling or dryness for 3–7 days post-treatment. Provide clear post-care instructions.
Post-peel essentials: Hydration, barrier repair serums, and strict broad-spectrum SPF are non-negotiable.
Directions for Use
Professional Use only. Refer to your Skin Script Training Manual for directions on use and protocol details.
