Chemical Skin Peel Training: CPD Short Course

This course is for learners who want to add skin peels to their treatments. You need all of the following:

• to be aged 18 or over;
• a good command of English;
• previous skin or facial training is recommended; if you are new to the industry, we suggest our facial and skincare course first.

Not sure your background fits? Speak to an advisor before you book.

• Certificate: CPD-accredited certificate in chemical skin peels
• Covers: skin anatomy, client assessment, peel selection and application with glycolic, lactic, mandelic, salicylic, phytic, kojic and enzyme peels and arbutin, infection control and aftercare
• Format: e-learning, then a practical session at our clinic
• Times: shown on the date cards
• Class size: groups of 4 learners
• Models: supplied by the college
• Entry: aged 18 or over; skin or facial training recommended (item 1)
• Price: shown on this page from our booking system
• Where: Locksbottom, Orpington BR6 8NL (London Borough of Bromley)
• Regulated route: Looking for a regulated qualification? Our VTCT Level 4 Certificate in Advanced Aesthetic Therapies for Skin is our recommended route.

The Chemical Skin Peel training course at the Cosmetic College is delivered in two parts.

E-learning

The training course starts with our e-learning course which covers the anatomy, physiology, background and applicable uses of Chemical Skin Peels. Complete your e-learning in full at least two days before your practical training.

Onsite training

Onsite training focuses on the practical treatment applications of Chemical Skin Peels. Your session time is shown on the date cards below. Within the practical training, you will be able to observe end to end treatments by your tutor prior to performing end to end treatments on a model client for yourself.

Skin peels, also known as chemical peels, use specialised products to exfoliate the skin and remove dead cells, while keeping the client comfortable. You learn how natural acids such as glycolic, lactic and salicylic acid are used in modern peels, how to mix peels and work with pre-mixed products, and how to customise treatments for different skincare concerns.

Areas covered

• Anatomy and physiology of the skin
• Infection control
• Sharps and hazardous waste
• Pre-study chemical peel theory
• Practical training on a model
• Professional live demonstrations
• Clinical setup

Acids covered

• Glycolic acid
• Kojic acid
• Lactic acid
• Enzyme peels
• Mandelic acid
• Arbutin
• Phytic acid
• Salicylic acid

Complication awareness and aftercare, including when to refer a client for medical care.

We train with the Clinicare peel range. You learn how to mix peels and work with pre-mixed products to tailor treatments.

This is a CPD course. Looking for a regulated qualification? Our VTCT Level 4 Certificate in Advanced Aesthetic Therapies for Skin is our recommended route. See Pathway to Aesthetics for the full route from Level 3 to Level 7.

See the date cards below and book your place, or request a callback if you need help choosing a cohort.

You need to be aged 18 or over with a good command of English. Previous skin or facial training is recommended, and if you are new to the industry we suggest our facial and skincare course first. If you are not sure the course suits your background, speak to an advisor before you book.

We train with the Clinicare peel range. You learn how glycolic, lactic, mandelic, salicylic, phytic and kojic acids, enzyme peels and arbutin work, how to mix peels and use pre-mixed products, and how to choose the right peel for each client and skin type.

No. You receive a CPD-accredited certificate in chemical skin peels. The regulated route is our VTCT Level 4 Award in Skin Peeling, and the Level 4 skin certificate covers peels and microneedling together. Both are compared above.

Your tutor demonstrates first, then you carry out peel treatments on models we supply, in a group of 4. You practise skin analysis, choosing the right peel for each skin type, application and aftercare under supervision.

No. The online course is theory only. This course adds a supervised practical session on models at our Orpington clinic.

Yes. We supply models for your practical training, so you treat real clients under the supervision of your tutor. You train in a group of 4 learners, so your tutor can guide every step, from consultation and assessment to technique, safety and aftercare.

The price shown on this page is all-inclusive, with VAT and certificate fees included, so there is nothing extra to pay. A £250 deposit secures your place, with the balance due 14 days before you start. You can also pay in full, pay with Klarna (interest free) or apply for Snap Finance (subject to status). Combine courses totalling £3,000 or more to spread the cost.

You train at our clinic at 3 Locks Court, 429 Crofton Road, Locksbottom, Orpington, Kent BR6 8NL, in the London Borough of Bromley. It is about 17 minutes by train from London Bridge and Victoria. Your theory is online, so you only travel in for your practical training.