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Seasonal Skincare: Why Fall is the Perfect Time for a Chemical Peel

Chemical Peels by W Aesthetics and Wellness in Bend, OR

Introduction

As the weather cools and the seasons change, it’s important to update your skincare routine just like your wardrobe. At W Aesthetics and Wellness in Bend, OR, fall is the perfect time for a chemical peel—a proven treatment that rejuvenates your skin by addressing issues, including uneven skin tone, fine lines, and sun damage after summer exposure. Let’s dive into why fall is the ideal season for a chemical peel, the advantages of this treatment, how to properly prepare your skin, and the specific concerns it can target, including dark spots, discoloration, large pores, and other common skin issues.

Why Fall is the Best Time for a Chemical Peel

After the summer months, your skin often shows signs of sun damage, dehydration, and other environmental stressors. A chemical peel is the ideal way to rejuvenate your skin in the fall. Here are a few reasons why:

  • Reduced Sun Exposure: The cooler months typically mean less time spent outdoors and reduced UV exposure. Since chemical peels increase the skin’s sensitivity to the sun, autumn provides a safer time to undergo this treatment. The lower risk of sun damage allows your skin to heal more effectively and prevents complications like hyperpigmentation.
  • Reversing Summer Damage: Summer sun can cause dark spots, discoloration, and sun damage, leaving your skin looking uneven and aged. A chemical peel works to exfoliate the damaged outer layer of skin, revealing fresh, new skin underneath. Fall is the ideal time to address the aftermath of summer and restore your skin’s natural glow.
  • Time for Recovery: Cooler, milder weather gives your skin the time and environment it needs to recover from a chemical peel without the added stress of heat, sun exposure, or humidity. The fall months allow you to stay indoors more comfortably, minimizing sun exposure while your skin heals.
  • Perfect Preparation for Winter: A chemical peel in the fall helps prepare your skin for the harsher winter months by improving skin health and resilience. With rejuvenated skin, you’ll be better equipped to handle winter’s drying effects while maintaining a radiant, smooth complexion.

Benefits of Fall Skincare with Chemical Peels

Given its many advantages, chemical peels are a popular therapy for a range of skin issues. The following are some of the main benefits of adding chemical peels to your fall skincare regimen:

  • Exfoliation and Skin Renewal: Chemical peels eliminate damaged outer skin cells and dead skin cells, encouraging cell turnover and exposing a healthier, smoother complexion. This is particularly beneficial after summer when the skin tends to become rough and dry from sun exposure.
  • Improves Uneven Skin Tone and Texture: Hyperpigmentation, dark spots, and discoloration are common after prolonged sun exposure. Chemical peels target these areas, lightening dark spots and improving overall skin tone for a more even complexion.
  • Reduces Fine Lines and Wrinkles: Fine lines and wrinkles appear as a result of a slowdown in collagen and elastin synthesis as we age. Chemical peels help increase the creation of collagen, which improves skin suppleness and makes wrinkles less noticeable, making you look younger.
  • Minimizes Large Pores and Improves Skin Texture: Enlarged pores and rough skin texture can make your complexion appear dull and uneven. Chemical peels work to refine pores and smooth out skin texture, resulting in a more polished, radiant look.
  • Fades Dark Spots and Sun Damage: Sun damage can leave behind persistent dark spots that mar your complexion. Chemical peels target these areas of hyperpigmentation, gradually fading them and restoring your skin to a more even tone.
  • Boosts Skincare Product Effectiveness: Chemical peels make it easy for your skincare products to penetrate deeper and function better by eliminating dead skin cells and encouraging the creation of new skin. After a peel, serums, moisturizers, and other treatments will have a better chance to hydrate, nourish, and repair your skin.

How to Prepare for a Chemical Peel

To guarantee the most renowned results and reduce any possible side effects, preparing your skin before receiving a chemical peel is crucial. Here’s how to prepare your skin:

  • Avoid Excessive Sun Exposure: Limit your sun exposure in the weeks leading up to your chemical peel and use broad-spectrum sunscreen daily. Overexposure to the sun can decrease the peel’s efficacy and raise the risk of problems.
  • Discontinue Certain Skincare Products: About a week prior to your chemical peel, stop using products that contain retinoids, glycolic acids, or other exfoliants, since these can aggravate and make your skin more sensitive.
  • Hydrate and Moisturize: Keeping your skin well-hydrated is essential before a peel. In the days before your appointment, make sure you’re using a good moisturizer to keep your skin hydrated.
  • Consult with Your Provider: Speak with the skincare professionals at W Aesthetics and Wellness to determine which type of chemical peel is best for your skin type and concerns. They’ll provide guidance on how to best prepare for your specific treatment.

What Concerns Can a Chemical Peel Address?

Chemical peels are highly effective for treating a wide range of skin concerns. Some of the most common issues that can be improved with a chemical peel include:

  • Uneven Skin Tone and Texture: Chemical peels smooth the skin’s surface and even out its tone, successfully addressing hyperpigmentation, dark spots, and rough patches.
  • Fine Lines and Wrinkles: In order to achieve a more youthful appearance, peels assist in diminishing the formation of fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating the creation of collagen.
  • Dark Spots and Sun Damage: Peels fade areas of discoloration and reverse the damage caused by UV exposure, leaving your skin looking clearer and more radiant.
  • Large Pores and Rough Skin: Peels refine the skin’s surface, minimizing the appearance of large pores and creating a smoother, more polished texture.
  • Discoloration: Chemical peels help lighten areas of uneven pigmentation, restoring a more uniform skin tone.

Chemical Peels at W Aesthetics and Wellness

At W Aesthetics and Wellness in Bend, OR, we provide a range of chemical peels customized to meet your specific skincare concerns. Whether you’re targeting fine lines, uneven skin tone, or sun damage, our experienced team will walk you through the process to achieve the best possible results. We use the latest techniques and products to give you the best possible experience, ensuring your skin looks refreshed and rejuvenated.

We tailor our chemical peels to fit your skin type and target specific concerns, helping you achieve a radiant, smooth complexion just in time for fall. Ready to refresh your skin this season? Schedule your chemical peel at W Aesthetics and Wellness today and experience the transformative benefits of this powerful treatment.

Conclusion

Fall is the ideal season for a chemical peel, providing optimal conditions to rejuvenate your skin by improving uneven tone and texture while reducing fine lines, dark spots, and sun damage. By scheduling your chemical peel at W Aesthetics and Wellness this autumn, you’re giving your skin the chance to heal and refresh in the most favorable environment. Get ready to refresh your skin this fall—schedule your chemical peel today and enjoy smoother, clearer, and more radiant skin!

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Rose Lee

Esthetician

Rose is a highly skilled and passionate, triple-state licensed esthetician who began her skincare journey in 2010. With over a decade of experience in the beauty industry, she is known for her personalized, results-driven approach and warm, elevated care.
 
As a former spa owner, Rose brings a unique blend of expertise and attention to every patient experience. She has worked extensively with several advanced skincare lines, allowing her to analyze results on all types of skin profiles.
 
Rose is especially thrilled to offer the exclusive and unparalleled Biologique Recherche line to her patients at W Aesthetics & Wellness, bringing next-level results through these coveted, high performance products. Rose‘s deep knowledge of skin health, paired with a commitment to continuous learning, allows her to offer advanced treatments tailored to each individual’s needs.  

Gerardo Pulido

Patient Care Coordinator

With a strong background in hospitality and customer service, Gerardo brings warmth, attentiveness, and professionalism to every patient interaction at W Aesthetics & Wellness. Having spent years in the fast-paced restaurant industry, he honed the art of anticipating needs, creating welcoming experiences, and building genuine connections with people from all walks of life. 

At W, Gerardo channels that same dedication into guiding patients through their aesthetics and wellness journey, from their first phone call, to their follow up care. Known for his approachable nature and ability to make others feel at ease, he ensures every detail is handled with care so patients feel valued, supported, and confident in their treatment choices. 

When he’s not assisting patients, Gerardo enjoys exploring Bend’s vibrant food scene and spending time with family and friends. 

Emma Sturtevant

Practice Manager - W West

Emma grew up in the Portland area and spent every summer vacationing in Sunriver, which sparked her love for Central Oregon and ultimately inspired her move to Bend. She studied Public Health and Psychology at San Diego State University, where she discovered her passion for helping people and developed strong leadership skills early on, managing teams and completing an internship in a hospital setting.

Emma began her professional career in recruiting and sales before transitioning into the medical space as a surgical medical device representative. It was during this time that she was introduced to the world of aesthetics and wellness, eventually representing devices within the industry and growing her passion for this field. Now, as Practice Manager of W Aesthetics & Wellness’ new West Side location, she is excited to represent the brand and inspire the local community to feel confident both inside and out. She is especially passionate about the practice’s wellness offerings and the way they support overall health and balance.

Outside of work, Emma enjoys spending time with her boyfriend and their golden retriever, exploring Central Oregon’s outdoors, and discovering new local food spots.

Zoey Steele

Intern

Zoey brings a warm and welcoming presence to W Aesthetics & Wellness as our dedicated intern. With a strong background in customer service and a passion for helping others, she’s currently working toward her goal of attending nursing school in Louisiana. At W, Zoey supports our team in a variety of essential roles, from checking in patients and scheduling appointments to assisting with the day-to-day flow of the office. Her commitment to creating a seamless and positive experience for every patient makes her an invaluable part of our team.

Born and raised in Bend, Oregon, Zoey is deeply connected to the local community and brings that same sense of care and authenticity into every interaction. Her interest in the medical field, paired with her compassionate nature, fuels her drive to one day become a nurse and continue making a difference in people’s lives.

Outside of the office, you can find Zoey spending time with friends and family, boating on the lake, or floating the river during Bend’s sunny summer days.

Brianna Knipe Medical Assistant at W Aesthetics and Wellness in Bend OR

Brianna Knipe, MA

Medical Assistant

Bri’s career began as a surgical dental assistant, where she developed a strong foundation in patient care and precision. Her passion for making others feel confident and beautiful led her to the field of aesthetics, where she now thrives at W Aesthetics & Wellness. Bri is dedicated to helping patients feel rejuvenated, empowered, and confident through advanced skincare and aesthetic treatments.

Bri assists during a variety of treatments, including injectables, laser therapies, skin rejuvenation procedures, and more. Known for her calming presence and attention to detail, she ensures that every patient feels comfortable, informed, and truly cared for throughout their treatment experience.

When she’s not assisting during treatments, Bri enjoys spending time by the lake, nurturing her garden, and spoiling her two hound dogs. Her down-to-earth energy and genuine passion for her work shine through in every patient interaction, making her a trusted partner in your aesthetic journey.

Bre Hardin, RN

Nurse Injector

Bre is a compassionate and dedicated Aesthetic Nurse. She has been a registered nurse since 2012, with a background in obstetrics and gynecology. Her passion for the beauty industry, combined with her love of women’s health care, led her to pursue a fulfilling career in aesthetics. First certified in injectables in 2014, Bre was able to dedicate her focus to full time aesthetics in 2018. She was proud to start her career at W Aesthetics and Wellness, helping it grow into the respected practice it’s become over the years. She taught for Pacific Northwest Aesthetics Academy in Portland, Oregon, sharing her skills and excitement for the aesthetics industry with fellow medical professionals. 

 “I was drawn to aesthetic nursing because I love being able to help people feel confident and beautiful. To me, it’s all about enhancing natural beauty and aging gracefully.  I pride myself in individualized care with a conservative approach to help my patients achieve their aesthetic goals.”

Bre values patient safety and education and understands the importance of staying up to date in an ever-changing industry.  She prioritizes growing her knowledge and expertise by attending advanced trainings and conferences yearly. Her patients can feel comfortable and confident in her care, knowing that she takes the time to stay educated on the latest products, techniques and technologies.

Bre’s personal life led her to Kalispell, Montana, where she founded Minted Aesthetics in 2022. “My vision for Minted Aesthetics was to create a welcoming and approachable space where patients can experience professional aesthetic treatments and feel truly cared for. I am not in sales; I am a nurse. My hope for every patient is that they feel comfortable walking through the doors and inspired with confidence and knowledge walking out. I only carry products I truly believe in, and only provide treatments tailored to the individual needs of my patients.” Bre sold her successful business in 2025 and was able to move back home to Bend, Oregon to be with family and raise her daughter. She is thrilled to return to W Aesthetics and Wellness, continuing her patient focused career in a collaborative, compassionate environment. 

Outside of work, you can find Bre wake surfing, paddle boarding, hiking, traveling, and spending time with her husband, daughter, and doodle.

“Whether the goal is to enhance, maintain, or help slow the aging process in every phase of life, I’m here to help. Building strong rapport with my clients is a top priority. Taking the time to truly listen and work together as a team will yield the best results.”

You can book with Bre at the newest Westside location of W!

Holly Decker MSN, RN

Nurse Injector

Holly is a dedicated and highly skilled nurse injector who recently joined W Aesthetics & Wellness, bringing years of experience and a deep passion for aesthetic medicine. Before moving to Bend, she trained under a plastic surgeon, honing her expertise in injectables. With nearly seven years in the operating room at St. Charles, she had the privilege of working closely with Dr. Jacobson and Cody Manriquez while earning her Master of Science in Nursing. 
 
Now, as a full-time aesthetic provider, Holly is thrilled to focus on what she loves most- helping patients enhance their natural beauty and feel their most confident. She believes in highlighting the unique features that make each person shine from within. 
 
Outside the clinic, Holly enjoys spending quality time with her husband and their beloved dog, Chumley.
Brittany Perez Patient Care Coordinator at W Aesthetics and Wellness in Bend OR

Brittany Perez

Patient Care Coordinator

With a strong background in customer service and a genuine passion for helping people achieve their best skin, Brittany brings warmth and expertise to every patient interaction. As a Certified Advanced Esthetician and former esthetic business owner, she has a wealth of knowledge and a keen eye for skincare solutions. 

In her free time, she loves hanging out with her daughter and her husband and exploring new restaurants around Bend, Oregon. 

Katie Gifford

Patient Care Coordinator

With her extensive background in customer service and a genuine passion for helping people, Katie is here to make every step of your journey with us seamless and enjoyable. You’ll see her shining face at the front desk, ready to assist with scheduling and ensuring your aesthetic goals come to life!

When she’s not busy making magic happen at W Aesthetics & Wellness, Katie loves spending time with her dog and boyfriend.

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