Overview
Chemical peels are advanced exfoliation treatments designed to improve the appearance and texture of your skin. The process involves applying a chemical solution that removes outer skin layers, promoting cell regeneration and collagen production.
We offer peels ranging from superficial to more intensive, each tailored to your skin type and concerns. All peels are paired with customised home-care recommendations to maximise results and support your skin's healing.
Complimentary skin consultations are available and include a deep double cleanse and exfoliation. Bespoke facials can be added same-day at additional cost.
Treatment Options
Tailored to Your Skin
Lactobotanical Peel
Suitable for all skin types, especially dry and dehydrated skin. Starting at 20% Lactic Acid with Canadian Willowherb extract. Ideal for beginners and pre-event glow.
Pigment Peel
Salicylic acid-based formula targeting dark spots, uneven pigmentation, and dull skin while smoothing texture and tone.
Problem Skin Peel
Salicylic acid formulation with Beracare AAA for oily, problematic skin. Calms red, stressed skin associated with breakouts.
Triple Action Peel
Multi-action Phyto Retinoid peel combining Lanablue, Lactic Acid, Niacinamide, and Canadian Willowherb for fine lines, pigmentation, and hydration.
Risk & Recovery
What to Expect
All medical treatments carry some risk. Understanding what is normal, what is less common, and when to seek review is part of informed consent.
Common reactions
Expected · typically short-lived
- Redness lasting from a few hours to several days depending on peel depth
- Tightness, warmth or mild stinging during application
- Flaking or visible peeling, particularly with medium-depth peels
- Temporary increased sensitivity to sun
- Dryness as the skin renews
Less common
Possible · assessed at consultation
- Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation — higher risk in deeper skin tones
- Prolonged redness beyond the typical window
- Allergic or irritant reaction to peel ingredients
- Cold sore reactivation if you are prone
- Scarring (uncommon with appropriate peel selection and aftercare)
Contact your nurse promptly if you experience
- Signs of infection: increasing redness, warmth, pus, or fever
- Unusual or prolonged pain
- Blistering
- Cold sore outbreak
Call 0432 682 978. For a medical emergency, call 000.
Peel selection depends on your skin type, history, current skincare, recent sun exposure, and any medications including isotretinoin. Pregnancy, breastfeeding and certain medical conditions may affect suitability. Your nurse will assess this at consultation.
Our Approach
We believe in natural improvements achieved through personalised peel strength tailored to your skin type. All of our clients receive complimentary skin consultations to determine the ideal peel for their needs, and every treatment includes a customised home-care plan.
Your nurse will recommend the most suitable peel during your complimentary consultation based on your skin type, concerns, and goals.
Most peels can be repeated every 2–4 weeks depending on the type and strength. A course of treatments delivers the best results.
Lighter peels may cause minimal flaking. Deeper peels can cause visible peeling for 3–5 days. This is a normal part of the renewal process.
The Lactobotanical Peel is ideal pre-event — it delivers an instant glow with no downtime. For deeper peels, allow at least 7–10 days before an event.
Your Practitioner
Nurse Kristin
Treatments at Cadence are delivered by a nurse, never delegated. The practice is led by Kristin, an AHPRA-registered Registered Nurse with over a decade of clinical experience including acute-care nursing at a major Melbourne hospital, and she is joined in the clinic by Hannah, also a Registered Nurse.
Her medical-first approach means each treatment plan starts from assessment, history and risk — not a wish list. Kristin is trained in body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) screening and works with a conservative, considered philosophy.
Visiting Us
Find us in Malvern
Cadence Cosmetics is on Glenferrie Road in Malvern, in Melbourne's inner south-east — minutes from Armadale, Toorak, Glen Iris and Prahran. Every plan begins with a complimentary consultation at the clinic; no treatment is booked without one.
186 Glenferrie Road, Malvern VIC 3144
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