Chemical Peeling

Chemical peels produce controlled injury to the skin, causing it to shed the first several layers of cells which promote the growth of new skin and improved appearance.

It contains either alpha hydroxy acids (an AHA also called fruit acids such as glycolic acid, lactic acids, mandelic acids, tartaric acids, malic acids, phytic acids), beta hydroxy acid (salicylic acid, also known as BHA) or trichloroacetic acid (TCA), combination peels, categorized by the concentration and the resulting depth of the peel on the skin which range from superficial (also known as micro or light peels) to medium.

Chemical peels are used for the treatment of acne, acne scars[decreasing sebum production], photo-aging (from sun damage), tanned skin, dull skin, dark spots on the skin (including melasma, freckles, and age spots), skin glow, oily skin , rough skin, fine lines and wrinkling, dilated pores.

Those who have active infection on their face, open wounds, taking photosensitive medicines are refrained from peeling.

On contrary, it heals the sun damages skin, evens out skin tone. So big no. Chemical peeling doesn’t cause skin cancers.

In general, chemical peels usually begin with a vigorous cleansing of the skin, followed by application of the appropriate peel and then washing the peel off after a few minutes of application. The last but important step is the application of sunscreen.

Most peels can be performed within a few minutes, depending on the size of the area being treated.

The state of your skin after a peel depends on the type of chemical used and your skin type. Superficial peels have limited effects. Medium peels may cause some redness and the deeper peels may require 10-14 days to recover.

Flaking, peeling, and redness is normal. Mild discomfort (burning sensation) is felt during the treatment.

Generally, chemical peels are done once every 2-3 weeks until the optimum results are achieved. Maintenance peels can then be performed once a month.

With good sun protection results can last months, even years. This is dependent on the depth of the peel. The deeper peels generally provide a long-lasting effect.

Superficial peels are quite safe, although minor irritation of the skin can occur. The risk of deep peels can include infection, redness, and discoloration.

Avoid salon procedure like threading, bleaching, waxing 3 -4 days prior to peeling. Avoid exfoliating agent like AHAs, RETINOIDS 2 -3 days before peeling.

Apply sunscreen above SPF 30, Use moisturizers and do not self-exfoliate your skin by rubbing or scratching. Avoid heavy sweating for the first few days after the peel. Normal activities may be resumed immediately after the peel.

Light Peels – The light peel takes approximately three to five days to complete the shedding process. No downtime. B. Medium Peels – Medium peels usually persist for five to seven days. some redness with little or no flaking, depending on the individual.

No cosmetics should be applied for at least one week after the treatment.