Chemical Peel
Chemical peels are used to remove damaged skin cells, revealing healthier skin underneath, there are different types of peels: light, medium, and deep peels.
A chemical peel is a technique used to improve the appearance of the skin on the face, neck or hands. A chemical solution is applied to the skin that causes it to exfoliate and eventually peel off. The new, regenerated skin is usually smoother and less wrinkled than the old skin. The new skin is also temporarily more sensitive to the sun. There are three basic types of chemical peels:
There are a number of reasons people may get this skin treatment. They may be trying to treat a variety of things, including:
- wrinkles and fine lines
Peel Treatment
- sun damage
- acne scars
- hyperpigmentation
- scars
- melasma
- uneven skin tone or redness
Prepare for treatment
Before chemical peel procedure, you’ll first have a consultation with the skin care specialist. During this visit, they’ll help you determine what the best treatment option is for you. They’ll let you know the details about the specific peel you’ll be getting, and they’ll ask about anything that could interfere with the peel. This may include whether you’ve taken acne medication, and information about whether or not you scar easily.
Before a chemical peel, you must:
- not use any type of retinol or retin-A topical medication for at least 48 hours
- inform your skin care specialist about any medications you take
Benefits
All skin types may benefit from the use of superficial and medium peels. This includes skin tones that are both extremely light and very dark. Darker skin tones often need more attention while being treated in order to prevent pigmentation concerns. This procedure is not recommended for those who have severe acne or who have taken Accutane within the past six months.
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