A CHEMICAL PEEL is a cosmetic treatment in which an acidic solution to the face to exfoliate damaged skin and unveil pristine new skin. Depending on their ingredients, chemical peels vary widely in strength.
LIGHT PEEL
A LIGHT PEEL is the mildest type, and is generally made from an alpha hydroxy acid like glycolic acid or salicylic acid. It’s used to treat fine lines, acne, uneven pigmentation, and dry skin. It works by removing the epidermis or topmost layer of the skin. Generally speaking, patients will need multiple treatments to get desired results, and can have this type of peel as often as once a week. There is no downtime.
MEDIUM PEEL
A MEDIUM PEEL is stronger and remove more layers of skin, containing salicylic acid, which is a “keratolyctic” that dissolves the comparatively hard skin cells of the epidermis. It also contains lactic acid that helps hydrate the skin. It produces more dramatic results than a light peel, and many patients see noticeable results after just one treatment, that only improve with a continued, consistent treatment schedule. Medium peels do require a longer recovery, so therefore it is recommended not to do a medium peel more than once a month. A medium peel is used to treat more severe blemishes and skin conditions: sun damage, scars, wrinkles, and discoloration. It can also make rough skin smoother.
DEEP PEEL
A DEEP PEEL contains high concentrations of trichloroacetic acid, and it’s the most powerful of the chemical peels. While it produces more dramatic results than light or medium peels, it also requires a longer recovery time, and the procedure takes longer. Patients should plan to stay at home that weekend during recovery. The first day after treatment usually consists of tight skin but no peeling. Day two the patient may begin to see some flakiness. Day three into day five is usually the height of the peel and the skin will be very sensitive. The skin begins to normalize around days six and seven. There is a very definitive aftercare instruction plan in order to protect the sensitive skin, and promote healing and optimal results. A deep chemical peel will produce long-lasting and dramatic results that can last up to 10 years.
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