Chemical Peel

Introduction:

Chemical Peel Treatment is a skin resurfacing procedure used to grow smoother skin. A chemical solution removes the damaged top layers to treat wrinkles, discolored skin, and scars. It is possible to combine the chemical solutions with other cosmetic procedures for better results. If a deep chemical peel is applied, more drastic results can be achieved than a standard chemical peel, but the recovery is longer. Chemical peels can be performed at different depths depending on the skin condition. Fitzpatrick Scale skin types is an effective way to classify the skin. The scale is a developed tool for knowing human skin pigmentation. Your skin type is also critical to assess if you are a candidate for lasers, chemical peels, or other skincare ingredients. Fitzpatrick skin types have all skin types/colors and range from very fair (skin type 1) to very dark (skin type 6). Chemical peels are of 3 types; light, medium, and deep chemical peels.

Glycolic acid by itself is an alpha hydroxy acid that is used as a medium-strength chemical peel. Due to its small size, it can penetrate deeply into the skin's lipid layers. GA peel has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that are effective for treating several skin conditions are then applied. Glycolic acid removes the surface and middle layers of the skin, removing dead skin cells and debris. It also loosens the excess oil so often used to treat acne. Glycolic acid also suppresses melanin production, so used to reduce dark spots. Glycolic acid peel is used once every other week, so a total of 8-10 treatments are required, after which the peel is used only once a week.

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Trichloroacetic Acid (TCA) Peels:

These are used to treat hyperpigmentation, aging, sun damage, and scarring. They are performed at medium strengths having a very significant improvement to the skin's appearance.

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Salicylic Acid Peel Treatment:

Compared to the rest, salicylic acid peels give an exfoliating action. As a result, you will experience softer, smoother skin. This is best for people suffering from acne or blackheads who want to get rid of it.

Jessner Solution Chemical Peel:

It is a medium-strength chemical peel that combines Lactic Acid, Salicylic Acid, and Resorcinol. It reduces dark patches and age spots to treat melasma, hyperpigmentation, and acne scars.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Chemical Peel:

Here are the pros and cons of Chemical Peels on which individuals opting for the surgery should be aware;

Benefits:

·         Chemical peels help with the facial lines that appear with age.

·         They improve sun-damaged skin, also helping with hyperpigmentation.

·         They control acne and have a long-lasting effect.

·         Acne scars are emanated by using chemical peel treatments weekly and monthly.

Drawbacks:

·         A burning, stinging and numbing sensation will be felt when applied for the first time.

·         Scabbing is visible on the skin with deep chemical peels, but this is temporary.

·         Costs can sometimes vary but do strain the wallet.

·         Chemical peel recovery may take about seven to 14 days to heal after a medium chemical peel, but redness might last for months.

·         Chemical peel aftercare instructions need lesser sun exposure, so day-to-day activities get a bit disturbed.

Cost:

Average cost:

$375

Combination Treatments:

Chemical peels are usually done before botox injections or injectable fillers to synergize. Combining chemical peels and Microneedling enhances the skin. You can have a chemical peel first for exfoliation of top layers, and after 4-6 weeks, you can start Microneedling treatment to boost collagen formation in deeper layers. If you have undergone Facelift surgery, you may have a chemical peel to improve the skin tone and texture. One of the substantial thoughts you may have is: Microdermabrasion vs. chemical peel? In terms of treatment, microdermabrasion works well on the superficial layers and hence is not used to treat serious problems. On the other hand, the latter works best in wrinkles and scars.

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