- Performed by Dr. Trentin, MD — never delegated
- Medium-depth resurfacing peel
- VI Peel Advanced and peptide formulations
- Real downtime: visible peeling around days 3-5
- A short series suits deeper concerns
- Serving the South Florida region
What a VI Peel is
The VI Peel is a medium-depth chemical peel — a blended acid solution applied to the skin to lift the outer layers and prompt the surface to renew. It works deeper than a basic facial peel and milder than an aggressive resurfacing laser, a practical middle path for tone and texture without surgical recovery. The solution is applied in the office and you leave the same day with a take-home protocol. Skin sheds over the following several days, and newer, more even skin surfaces underneath.
VI Peel Advanced and peptides
FORMA works with two VI Peel formulations. The VI Peel Advanced is built for more pronounced concerns — texture, the look of aging, and stubborn tone. The VI Peel with peptides adds peptide support and is chosen when the goal leans toward firmness and a refined finish. Dr. Trentin selects between them based on what your skin actually needs, rather than running every patient through the same protocol.
What it addresses
FORMA uses the VI Peel for uneven skin tone, rough or dull texture, the look of enlarged pores, fine surface lines, and discoloration including sun-related pigment and post-acne marks. It is also used on acne-prone skin. The formulation is matched to your concern and skin type — Dr. Trentin decides which version fits, and whether a peel is the right tool at all.
How Dr. Trentin approaches it
Every VI Peel at FORMA starts with Dr. Trentin examining your skin in person and reviewing your history — sun exposure, prior peels or lasers, active breakouts, medications, and pregnancy status, which all change the plan. As an Internal-Medicine-trained physician, he reads the whole picture, not just the surface. He sets the formulation and depth to your skin and your tolerance for downtime, performs the peel himself, and tells you plainly what to expect before you commit. A Brazilian eye for beauty, an American standard of care.
What to expect
The visit begins with Dr. Trentin, one-on-one. He examines your skin, confirms the VI Peel is appropriate, and chooses between the Advanced and peptide formulations. The skin is cleansed and prepped, then the peel solution is applied in measured passes — most people feel warmth or mild tingling that settles quickly. The application itself is brief. Immediately after, skin looks tight and slightly flushed. You leave the same day with the peel working and a clear, written set of instructions for the days ahead.
Recovery and aftercare
This is a peel with real, visible downtime — plan for it. Peeling typically begins around day 3 and continues through roughly day 5-7, with the most obvious shedding mid-week. Do not pick or pull peeling skin; let it release on its own. Sun protection is non-negotiable during and after — daily SPF and minimal direct sun. Most people schedule around a quieter stretch of their calendar rather than right before an event. Dr. Trentin provides your specific written aftercare after the peel and a check-in around day 7, the point that matters most for this treatment.
Who it's for
The VI Peel suits people who want a meaningful step up in skin clarity and texture and can accommodate several days of visible peeling. It often pairs with a longer plan — many concerns respond best to a short series spaced weeks apart rather than a single peel. It is not for everyone: active skin infections, certain medications, and pregnancy or breastfeeding may make it the wrong choice or require waiting. That screening is exactly why a physician performs the consultation. If a peel isn't right for you, Dr. Trentin will say so and point you to a better option such as microneedling.
Questions
Who performs the VI Peel at FORMA?
Dr. Caio Trentin, MD performs both the consultation and the peel himself. The treatment is not handed off to a delegated injector or technician. He selects the formulation — VI Peel Advanced or VI Peel with peptides — and the depth based on a direct exam of your skin.
What should I expect during the visit?
You meet one-on-one with Dr. Trentin, who examines your skin and confirms the peel is right for you. The skin is cleansed and prepped, then the solution is applied in measured passes — most people feel brief warmth or tingling. The application is short, and you leave the same day with written instructions and the peel already working.
How much downtime does a VI Peel involve?
Expect visible peeling. Skin usually starts to shed around day 3 and continues through about day 5-7, with the heaviest flaking mid-week. Plan it for a calmer stretch of your schedule, and protect the skin from sun throughout.
What is the aftercare?
Keep the skin protected and let it shed on its own — no picking or pulling. Daily SPF and minimal direct sun are essential during and after peeling. Dr. Trentin gives you your specific written aftercare plan after the treatment, tailored to the formulation used and your skin, plus a check-in around day 7.
What is the difference between VI Peel Advanced and VI Peel with peptides?
FORMA works with both. The VI Peel Advanced targets more pronounced texture, tone, and visible aging. The VI Peel with peptides adds peptide support and leans toward firmness and a refined finish. Dr. Trentin chooses between them based on what your skin needs.
How many VI Peels will I need?
It depends on the concern. A single peel can refresh tone and texture, while pigment, acne marks, or deeper texture concerns often respond best to a short series spaced several weeks apart. Dr. Trentin sets the plan at your consultation.