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Broughshane, County Antrim

PCA Chemical Peels & Facials for Broughshane and County Antrim

People travel to NUA Aesthetic from Broughshane for PCA chemical peel because the clinic is deliberately small. One nurse, one room, and appointments that are not stacked back to back.

Professional PCA Skin peels and facials, custom-layered to your skin type for a healthy post-treatment glow without aggressive downtime. Clients from Broughshane are given the same consultation time as everyone else, which is to say as long as it takes to answer the questions properly.

Appointments run from a private home studio in Carryduff. Broughshane clients often book alongside neighbours from Aughafatten and Groggan, and parking is straightforward.

A nurse-led approach

Consultations are included, unhurried and honest. If PCA chemical peel is not the right treatment for your skin, or not the right treatment yet, you will be told so rather than sold something. Several Broughshane clients have left a first appointment with a skincare plan and no treatment booked.

What PCA Peels & Facials involves

  1. Skin analysis

    Lauren assesses your skin type, sensitivity and current condition, then selects the peel formulation and strength for that appointment.

  2. Preparation

    A thorough double cleanse and prep step, which is what allows the peel to work evenly rather than patchily.

  3. Custom layering

    The peel is applied in layers, with your skin's response monitored between each one. Layering is what keeps it controlled.

  4. Finish and protect

    Neutralising, calming and protective products are applied, and you leave with clear aftercare and SPF guidance.

Who it suits

  • Dark spots and hyperpigmentation
  • Acne and congestion
  • Rosacea and persistent redness
  • Dry or dehydrated skin
  • Dull, uneven tone and rough texture
  • Sensitive skin types that react badly to harsher resurfacing

PCA Peels & Facials questions, answered for Broughshane

Who will carry out my treatment?

Lauren, every time. She is an NMC registered nurse and CIDESCO qualified skin specialist. There is no rotating team, so Broughshane clients see the same practitioner from consultation through to review.

What is the difference between a PCA facial and a PCA medical peel?

The facial is a gentler treatment focused on immediate glow, hydration and maintenance. The medical peel uses stronger formulations to target specific concerns such as pigmentation, acne or texture, and is custom-layered with more active ingredients.

How many treatments will I need?

A series is recommended for the best results, typically spaced two to four weeks apart depending on the concern being treated. Lauren will set out a realistic plan at your first appointment.

How long do the results last?

The glow from a single treatment lasts a few weeks. Structural improvements in pigmentation and texture from a series are longer lasting, and are maintained through daily skincare and SPF.

Do you offer PCA chemical peel to clients in Broughshane?

Yes. NUA Aesthetic treats clients from across County Antrim, including Broughshane. Treatments are carried out at the private studio in Carryduff, and the address is confirmed when you book.

Where exactly is the clinic if I am travelling from Broughshane?

The studio is in Carryduff, County Down. It is a private home studio rather than a high street clinic, so the full address is sent on booking confirmation along with parking guidance.

Is there parking available?

Yes, parking is straightforward at the studio, which is one of the practical advantages over a town centre clinic for anyone driving in from Broughshane.

Will a peel help with pigmentation?

Yes, pigmentation is one of the concerns peels handle best. Improvement is gradual and requires diligent daily SPF, since sun exposure will undo the result.

What if PCA chemical peel is not right for me?

Then Lauren will say so at the consultation and talk through what would suit your skin better. Being told no is a reasonable outcome of an honest assessment, and it happens regularly.

Is there anything I should avoid beforehand?

Stop retinoids and exfoliating acids five to seven days before, avoid sun exposure and fake tan, and do not book within two weeks of any waxing on the treatment area.

Is there any downtime?

Very little. Mild tightness, occasionally light flaking. Aftercare guidance is given at the appointment, and Lauren is contactable afterwards if anything concerns you.

Can peels help with rosacea?

Certain PCA formulations are specifically suited to rosacea and help control redness and reactivity. Assessment matters here, as the wrong peel would make rosacea worse.

Arranging your appointment from Broughshane

Book a consultation to talk through PCA chemical peel and whether it suits your skin. Appointments are available for clients across County Antrim, including Broughshane.