CHEMICAL PEELS to remove outer layers of damaged skin…effectively Chemical peels are a safe, effective way of removing outer layers of sun-damaged, blemished, unevenly pigmented, blotchy skin or pre-cancerous growths. These peels are available in three strengths to accomplish peels at three levels of depth. Peels are another option for facial rejuvenation to promote fresh new skin growth – with the absence of blemishes, blotches and wrinkles. As wonderful as chemical peels are – they cannot stop the normal effects of aging – but a good peel turns back the clock by refreshing and redefining the skin’s surface. Chemical peels do not stop or retard aging – but rather corrects damaged skin
refreshes and redefines aging skin… Chemical Peel could benefit you by: - Removing the outer layers of damaged skin
- Correcting and removing blemishes
- Correcting blotchy skin or pre-cancerous growths
- Dealing with unevenly pigmented skin
- Enhancing the effectiveness of other procedures – such as facelift
- Refreshing and redefining problem – aging skin
- Renewing a more youthful – glowing appearance
A peel can be performed in conjunction with a facelift – to enhance the overall results… How Does It Work? Chemical peels come in three different strengths – light, medium and deep. Each one is used to accomplish the individual outcomes that are needed – so the one chosen for you will be based upon your personal needs, goals and the treatment plan customized specifically for you. Light peels use AHA and BHA acids – that is Alphahydroxy acids and Betahydroxy acids which are the mildest form of peels. This is used to smooth rough, dry skin and to improve the texture of sun-damaged skin and mild acne. A bleaching agent can be added to correct or improve pigmentation problems and the AHA peel may be used as a pre-treatment in preparation for a TCA peel or for laser resurfacing. Medium peels use TCA – Tricholoracetic acid to treat skin with moderate sun damage, surface wrinkles or uneven tone and/or pigment abnormalities. What’s involved in an actual peel treatment?
Using the correct peel solution for your tailored treatment plan, the skin is thoroughly cleansed, you are sedated (if needed), and then the solution is applied to your skin. The solution may be left on from 15 minutes to 2 or more hours – depending upon which treatment you are getting. After the solution is removed you will see flaking, redness, dryness and over time scabbing/crusting will occur as new skin begins to replace the removed layer. With light and medium peels – you will be able to resume normal activities in 2-3 days. Deep peels involve more sloughing time and return to normal activities will vary with each patient – but usually occurs within 7-10 days. We will give you complete instructions about your care at home after your peel treatment, but you must avoid sun exposure until we tell you it’s ok, and a sun block will be prescribed also. Chemical peels are just one of the many options we can offer our patients who are looking for safe, effective corrective/cosmetic treatments – whether it’s to turn back the clock – or to correct damaged skin for other reasons – chemical peels could be your answer to achieve your goals. | 