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.
Types of Chemical Peeling
There are three basic types of chemical peels:
Superficial or lunchtime peel:
Alpha-hydroxy acid or another mild acid is used to penetrate only the outer layer of skin to gently exfoliate it. The treatment is used to improve the appearance of mild skin discoloration and rough skin as well as to refresh the face, neck, chest or hands.
Medium peel:
Glycolic or trichloroacetic acid is applied to penetrate the out and middle layers of skin to remove damaged skin cells. The treatment is used to improve age spots, fine lines and wrinkles, freckles and moderate skin discoloration. It also can be used to smooth rough skin and treat some precancerous skin growths, i.e. actinic keratosis.
Deep peel:
Tricholoracetic acid or phenol is applied to deeply penetrate the middle layer of skin to remove damaged skin cells. The treatment removes moderate lines, age spots, freckles and shallow scars. Patients will see a dramatic improvement in skin appearance. The procedure is used on the face and only can be performed once.
Uses or Advantages of Chemical Peeling
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Chemical peel enhances and smoothen the texture of the skin.
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It is an effective treatment for facial blemishes, wrinkles, and uneven skin pigmentation.
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They exfoliate the outer layers of dead skin, revealing a new skin layer with improved tone, texture, and color.
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Chemical Peeling can also be used for spot treatments.
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It's a way to remove stretch marks or rejuvenate skin elsewhere on the body.
Medical Considerations
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Patients are urged not to smoke for a few weeks before and after a chemical peel.
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The best outcomes will be achieved in patients who are not taking the acne medication Accutane.
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Patients who have a family history of heart problems are not considered good candidates for the deep chemical peel procedure.
Risks and Benefits
Chemical Peeling risks include scarring, infection, swelling, changes in skin tone, and cold sore outbreaks.
But best benefits is that, the procedure can restore a more youthful appearance to skin and reduce wrinkles, uneven pigmentation, sun-damage, and blotchy patches.
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