Over time, skin health can be negatively affected by a variety of factors, including sun exposure, aging, gravity, environmental conditions, and more. A highly popular and effective way to renew skin health is to get a skin peel. Sometimes called a chemical peel, a skin peel can rejuvenate your skin and restore a more youthful and vital appearance.
Skin Renewal Treatment
Skin peels can rejuvenate the skin by correcting the following:
- Fine lines
- Wrinkles
- Irregularities in skin texture
- Age spots (sun spots, liver spots)
- Melasma
- Freckles
- Shallow acne scars
- Skin blemishes, including certain types of acne
- Discoloration
- Uneven skin tone
Popular skin peel treatment areas include the face, hands, neck, and décolletage.
Getting Treatment
A skin peel is a quick treatment administered in our dermatology office. First, a unique chemical formula will be created to meet your precise skin needs. This chemical solution will be applied directly to your skin and may cause a short-lived burning or stinging sensation. During the following week, your skin will react as though to a sunburn and will at first redden, then develop scales, and finally, begin to peel. This exfoliation of the outer skin layers will lead to renewal from within as your skin heals itself.
Chemical peels can be administered in various depths. Mild peels cause mild to moderate skin peeling over one week while deep peels may lead to blisters and crusts that can take up to two weeks to heal. Therefore, mild skin peels may be performed more frequently while deeper peels are usually reserved for more serious and infrequent cases.
After recovering from your chemical peel, your skin will appear more youthful. It will be smoother, softer, and more even in tone. A peel is an excellent way to rejuvenate your appearance and keep your skin looking healthy and radiant!
Skin Peel FAQs:
A skin peel, also known as chemical peel, is a cosmetic procedure where a chemical solution is applied to the skin to remove damaged outer layers, revealing smoother, rejuvenated skin.
Skin peels can help improve skin texture, treat acne scars, reduce fine lines and wrinkles, diminish hyperpigmentation, and even out skin tone.
Skin peels work by exfoliating the outer layers of the skin, prompting the body to regenerate new skin cells and stimulate collagen production.
Skin peels are classified as superficial, medium, or deep, based on the depth of penetration into the skin. Common types include glycolic acid, salicylic acid, and TCA (trichloroacetic acid) peels.
The downtime varies based on the type of peel. Superficial peels might cause slight redness or flaking for a few days, while deeper peels can result in several days of peeling and redness.
The sensation during a peel varies based on the peel’s depth. Superficial peels might cause mild tingling or warmth, while deeper peels might cause a stinging or burning sensation.
The number of sessions required for noticeable results can vary. For mild concerns, a single session might show improvement, but multiple sessions spaced a few weeks apart are often recommended for optimal results.
Individuals with concerns about skin texture, acne scars, fine lines, pigmentation issues, and mild skin laxity can be suitable candidates. However, the suitability is best assessed by a dermatologist or skincare professional.
Before a peel, it’s advisable to avoid excessive sun exposure and certain skincare products. After a peel, protecting the skin from the sun and following post-peel care instructions is essential for optimal results and to minimize complications
Possible side effects include temporary redness, dryness, flaking, and in some cases, pigmentation changes or scarring, especially with deeper peels. However, these risks are minimized with proper procedure and aftercare.
Always consult a dermatologist or skincare professional to determine the most suitable type of skin peel and to address any concerns or questions specific to your skin type and condition.