Special Features of Ggeut Oriental Medical Clinic's Aqua Peel

1. 5-Step Precision Protocol Configuration

The five-step Aqua Peel protocol extends beyond the usual three steps, covering sebum softening through to final soothing for more systematic care.

2. Use of Undiluted Ingredients

By using AHA, BHA, and soothing ingredients in their undiluted state without dilution, effective care can be expected.

3. Ensuring Sufficient Acting Time

The procedure is carried out by ensuring sufficient time for the agents used in each step to act effectively on the skin.

This allows for more intensive care in places with a flexible booking system.

4. Finishing with Jaun-go Herbal Soothing Pack

Using a Jaun-go soothing pack containing traditional Korean medicinal ingredients helps alleviate heat and irritation that may occur after the procedure, and assists in stabilizing the skin barrier.

Ggeut Oriental Medical Clinic Aqua Peel, What Makes It Special?

1. Aqua Peel Comprising a Delicate 5-Step Protocol

Most Aqua Peel procedures typically proceed in a 3-step process.

However, Ggeut Oriental Medical Clinic structures the procedure into a total of 5 steps, from the X-peel stage to the soothing pack, aiming for a peeling treatment that goes beyond simply removing sebum to delicately adjust overall skin condition.

Step 1: X-peel (Sebum Softening) – Gently loosens the adhesion between dead skin cells and sebum with a mild acidic solution.

Step 2: AHA Exfoliation – Helps refine skin texture by tidying up dead skin cells on the skin surface with lactic and glycolic acid ingredients.

Step 3: BHA Sebum Dissolution – Salicylic acid acts deep within the sebaceous glands, helping to gently care for sebum and blackheads.

Step 4: Hydration & Soothing – Contributes to moisturizing the skin and stabilizing its barrier with ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, panthenol, and aloe.

Step 5: Jaun-go Modeling Pack – Utilizes an herbal soothing pack to calm heat and irritation that may occur after the procedure, and provides skin soothing care.

2. Using Undiluted Solution As Is

The concentration of the solution can play an important role in effectively managing sebum and blackheads.

Our Ggeut Oriental Medical Clinic applies all solutions, including AHA, BHA, and soothing moisturizers, in their undiluted state without dilution.

By applying ingredients at their original, undiluted concentration tailored to individual skin types, it can help with sebum removal and exfoliation.

3. Ensuring Sufficient Acting Time for Each Step

To enhance the effectiveness of Aqua Peel, it is crucial to carefully apply each step with sufficient time.

Ggeut Oriental Medical Clinic performs the procedure by allowing ample time for the agents in each step to fully act on the skin, enabling sebum and dead skin cells to be gently separated and dissolved.

This is based on a delicate procedure design that meticulously considers the reactions of each skin layer, rather than simply wiping the surface.

More intensive care may be possible in places with a system that minimizes waiting times.

4. Soothing Care with a Traditional Korean Medicine-Based Jaun-go Modeling Pack

In some Aqua Peel procedures, inadequate soothing steps may occasionally lead to the skin feeling sensitive after treatment.

At Ggeut Oriental Medical Clinic, in the final stage of the procedure, Jaun-go containing traditional herbal ingredients is applied in the form of a modeling pack,

which helps stabilize the skin barrier and rapidly alleviate irritation caused by the procedure.

This soothing care is designed to be relatively comfortable even for those with sensitive or acne-prone skin.

What is Aqua Peel?

Aqua Peel is a gentle peeling treatment that tidies up skin waste such as dead skin cells, sebum, and blackheads without physical friction or strong irritation, by utilizing hydrating and mild acidic solutions.

It can be helpful to understand it as a 'comprehensive skin management' that not only cleanses but also offers hydration and soothing care simultaneously, without excessively burdening the skin.

When dead skin cells accumulate or you feel a lot of sebum around your nose, people often resort to self-extraction or using exfoliants at home.

However, intense physical irritation may damage the skin barrier.

Aqua Peel is a treatment method designed to alleviate such concerns, gently refining the skin through a mild acidic solution sprayed by the device and a suction method.

Aqua Peel Procedure Principle

1. Dual Action Through Solution Spray and Vacuum Suction

While gently spraying a specific solution onto the skin, vacuum suction technology effectively removes impurities such as old dead skin cells, sebum, and blackheads.

This structure helps to reduce the burden of irritation on the skin without direct manual rubbing, aiding in clean skin cleansing.

2. Deep Sebum Management Utilizing Sebaceous Gland Pressure Differences

Generally, unique pressure exists within sebaceous glands and pores.

AquaPeel draws sebum out of the pores using negative pressure, also known as vacuum suction.

As internal pore pressure decreases during this process, the likelihood of inflammation may also be reduced.

Consequently, it can help improve the skin environment prone to acne.

3. Three Key Ingredients for Step-by-Step Effects

AHA (water-soluble) ingredients gently soften old dead skin cells accumulated on the skin surface, refining the skin texture to make it smooth.

Accumulation of unnecessary dead skin cells can make the skin tone appear dull or cause makeup to cake.

BHA (oil-soluble) ingredients penetrate deep inside the pores to dissolve sebum and gently manage blackheads or whiteheads.

Salicylic acid, a key ingredient, acts deep within the pores to effectively maintain pore cleanliness.

Moisturizing & soothing ingredients such as hyaluronic acid, aloe, and panthenol are blended to hydrate the skin and calm it from external irritations.

These ingredients play an important role in alleviating skin dryness or sensitivity after the treatment.

4. Systematic Step-by-Step Management Considering Skin Condition

Rather than performing all processes at once, AquaPeel treatment consists of a total of 5 steps: softening sebum → dissolving dead skin cells → removing sebum → adequate moisturizing → and skin soothing.

This sequential management induces a stable skin reaction, reducing the burden of irritation and helping to maintain the expected treatment effects.

5. Peeling That Considers Skin Barrier Restoration

While typical peeling treatments mainly focus on removing the stratum corneum (outermost layer) of the skin,

AquaPeel is a soothing-focused treatment that minimizes skin irritation while helping to improve skin barrier function.

This can be called a peeling that not only creates a clean and refined skin condition but also provides ample moisturizing and soothing.

Expected Effects of AquaPeel

• 1. Clears sebum and impurities within pores
• 2. Refines old dead skin cells and improves skin texture
• 3. Cleanses pores and induces tightening
• 4. Brightens skin tone and enhances translucency
• 5. Hydrates and soothes the skin
• 6. Stabilizes skin barrier and promotes healthy regeneration
• 7. Helps reduce factors that worsen acne

Recommended for AquaPeel

1. Skin concerned with sebum, blackheads, and whiteheads

Individuals with visibly clogged pores on the nose, chin, forehead, etc.

Recommended for those who want to manage sebum without irritating extractions.

2. Those whose makeup often cakes and skin texture feels rough

Skin condition where dead skin cells flake off or foundation does not adhere evenly.

If you expect smoother skin texture and improved makeup adhesion

3. Those with oily skin or excessive oiliness in the T-zone

Especially those with increased oil secretion or severe skin greasiness in summer.

Oily and combination skin types with visibly enlarged pores or excessive sebum secretion

4. Comedonal skin before developing into acne

This skin type frequently develops whiteheads or blackheads, and is in the stage before progressing to inflammation.

It may be considered for early comedone management before skin problems become worse.

5. When laser treatment needs caution due to sensitive or thin skin

This is an option for those whose skin reacts easily to irritation, making it difficult to receive laser or high-output treatments.

Recommended for those who want consistent management without burdening the skin.

6. When skin preparation is needed before treatments like laser or skin boosters

Suitable when you want to effectively remove dead skin cells and sebum to improve the skin's absorption capabilities.

For those who wish to further enhance the results of subsequent treatments.

7. Those who need consistent care for daily skin condition maintenance

This applies to cases where dead skin cells increase in certain seasons, or when one wants to regularly improve overall skin texture and tone.

It can also be considered when the complexion is dull or when unevenness is felt on the skin surface.

Recommended Aqua Peel Treatment Interval

1. Skin with excessive oiliness, excessive sebum secretion, or comedonal acne

Recommended treatment interval: 2 weeks

For skin with high sebum secretion that easily develops comedones (whiteheads, blackheads), regular adjustment of excessive pressure on the sebaceous glands is beneficial.

The goal is to maintain sebum balance through consistent early management and reduce situations where acne worsens.

2. Skin with clogged pores and frequently observed blackheads and whiteheads

Recommended treatment interval: 2-3 weeks

Regular cleansing to prevent sebum from hardening and accumulating in pores can be helpful.

The goal is to remove sebum from inside the pores and progressively improve pores through consistent care.

3. Skin that is sensitive or dry and requires exfoliation along with soothing care

Recommended treatment interval: 3-4 weeks

For those with a weak skin barrier, it is recommended to minimize unnecessary irritation and consistently provide moisturizing and soothing care.

The goal is to protect the skin barrier while nurturing a moisturized skin texture.

4. When the goal is to refine skin texture and improve tone in general skin conditions

Recommended treatment interval: 4 weeks

Even without major skin issues, it is suitable when you want to consistently maintain refined skin texture and clear skin tone.

It can support healthy skincare habits and help maintain the results of earlier treatments.

5. For skin condition adjustment before treatments such as laser or skin boosters

Recommended timing: 3-5 days before the main treatment

When dead skin cells and sebum are managed, the absorption of active ingredients during subsequent treatments becomes smoother, and the overall response to the treatment may be more positive.

By helping other treatments absorb more effectively, it can improve their results.