What is Reverse Peel?
Reverse Peel is a specialized 3-step peeling treatment for melasma and pigmentation. It features a new peeling agent that combines active ingredients with Collagen Peel (Massage Peel PRX-T33).
Its unique feature is working in reverse—from the skin’s depths (dermis) to the surface (epidermis)—allowing it to address uneven pigmentation and deposits that are difficult to improve with conventional peels or lasers.
It can also treat melasma, which may worsen with laser treatments, by gradually working from the dermis to the epidermis to promote melanin breakdown and elimination. It is effective for post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and sun-induced spots, improving dullness and brightening the complexion. It also stimulates collagen production, leading to tighter pores and reduced fine lines. Furthermore, it contains ingredients that suppress melanin production (such as kojic acid and phytic acid), making it effective for preventing the recurrence of uneven skin tone.
Improvable Symptoms
MelasmaPigmentationDullnessFirmness
Advantages
- Tends to act on deeper layers than regular peels
- Virtually no downtime
- Minimal discomfort, making it easy to continue
- Highly effective for stubborn pigmentation
Disadvantages
- Rarely, side effects such as dryness, stinging, redness, swelling, or pigmentation (dark spots) may occur
- Neglecting post-treatment care (moisturizing and UV protection) may actually increase the risk of pigmentation
Treatment Time
Approximately 10 minutes
Reverse Peel Mechanism and Effects
Reverse Peel works by sequentially applying three different agents, delivering effects from the deeper layers of the skin to the surface.
STEP.1 Targeting the Deep Skin Layers
Reverse Peel 1 Primarily composed of relatively high-concentration trichloroacetic acid (TCA) and hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂), it acts deep into the dermis.
It suppresses the production of melanin pigment, which causes melasma, while promoting collagen production in the skin. This enhances skin firmness and elasticity from within. Hydrogen peroxide neutralizes the strong effects of TCA, allowing it to target the dermis while minimizing surface irritation and downtime.
STEP.2Melanin Breakdown and Elimination
Reverse Peel 2 Primarily composed of kojic acid and phytic acid.
It complements the effects of Step 1, which targeted the dermis, and powerfully breaks down and expels already-formed melanin pigment. This efficiently removes pigment deposits accumulated deep within the skin.
STEP.3Brightening Action and Normalization of Turnover
Reverse Peel 3Contains active ingredients such as Vitamin C, Phytic Acid, and Tranexamic Acid.
It removes old keratin from the skin’s surface and normalizes skin turnover (metabolism). Furthermore, by further suppressing melanin production and providing powerful whitening effects, it maximizes treatment efficacy and guides the skin toward a translucent appearance.
Performing these three steps consecutively allows for a multi-faceted approach to melasma and pigmentation from the skin’s deeper layers to the surface, aiming for fundamental improvement.
Difference Between Reverse Peel and Massage Peel (Collagen Peel)
This compares Collagen Peel (Massage Peel PRX-T33) with Reverse Peel, which adds ingredients effective against melasma and pigmentation to the Collagen Peel formula.
For those seeking to restore firmness and radiance, Massage Peel (Collagen Peel) is recommended.
For those wanting to improve melasma or pigmentation, Reverse Peel is effective.
| Item | Reverse Peel | Massage Peel |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Purpose | Improvement of Melasma & Pigmentation | Skin Texture Improvement, Firmness & Radiance |
| Depth of Approach | Three-stage reverse approach: Dermis → Deep Epidermis → Shallow Epidermis | Penetrates the dermis layer to stimulate collagen production |
| Active Ingredients | TCA・Hydrogen Peroxide・Kojic Acid・High-Concentration Lactic Acid・Phytic Acid・AHA/BHA | TCA 33%, Hydrogen Peroxide, Kojic Acid |
| Features | 3-step formula targets pigmentation, effective for melasma | Stimulates collagen production in the dermis without damaging the epidermis |
| Main Effects | Improves melasma, pigmentation, dullness, and enhances translucency | Addresses fine lines, pores, sagging, firmness, and radiance |
| Downtime | Virtually none. Redness or stinging may occur. Minimal peeling. | Minimal. Mild redness or stinging may occur. |
| Recommended Number of Sessions | Several sessions every 2-4 weeks. | Several sessions every 2-3 weeks. |
Treatment Process
Consultation
We will conduct a detailed consultation regarding your skin condition, overall health, and concerns.
Cleansing
Removes makeup residue, sebum, and impurities.
Treatment
The treatment solution is applied and allowed to penetrate the skin. It is then gently wiped off, and you will wash your face.
Treatment Overview
This treatment uses medications or medical devices not approved in Japan.
The medications and equipment used in the treatment are imported by the clinic’s doctor based on professional judgment through an individual import process.
Treatment Time
Approximately 10 minutes
Number of Treatmentsr
A course consists of 5 sessions, with a minimum interval of 2 weeks between each session.
Precautions
- Immediately after treatment, mild redness or warmth may occur for about one day.
- Slight peeling may occur within one week. In this case, ensure thorough moisturization.
- Maintain rigorous moisturization for one week.
Contraindications
- Pregnant or nursing women
- Hypersensitivity to ingredients or alcohol
- Severely sensitive skin or areas of seborrheic dermatitis
- Currently undergoing treatment for herpes
- Metal allergies or kojic acid allergies /li>
- Sun sensitivity
- Atopic dermatitis or other skin conditions (not suitable for inflamed acne)
- Before or after sunburn
- Child conditions (immune system disorders, epilepsy, etc.)
- Poorly controlled diabetes
Daily Life Post-treatment
Makeup application, skincare, bathing, and facial cleansing are all possible immediately after use.
