What You Need to Know
Face and Skin Peel
Why have a Peel and what are the Benefits?
We all want improved skin texture; chemical peels improve the texture of the skin by removing dead skin cells and stimulating collagen production.
Then there’s the reduction of fine lines and wrinkles, chemical peels help reduce the appearance of these by removing damaged outer layers of skin again, stimulating good old collagen production.
If you have acne or acne scarring, peels can reduce the severity of the acne and acne scarring by exfoliating the skin and unclogging pores.
Peels are a popular choice with clients who want Reduced Hyperpigmentation, a chemical peel will reduce the appearance of hyperpigmentation by exfoliating the skin and reducing the production of melanin.
Treatment
What to expect during and after treatment.
Face and Skin clinician performing Facial Treatment
Face and Skin Facial Treatment
Step one – Your skin will be thoroughly cleansed, and a pre-treatment solution will be applied to your skin.
Step two – The Chemical solution will then be applied to your skin, and you may feel a slight tingling or burning sensation.
Step three – Your skin will be red and may feel tight or sensitive. You may also experience some peeling or flaking in the days following the treatment.
Don’t touch, pick, or scratch your skin after treatment, even if you feel the urge.
Don’t exfoliate You’ve already exfoliated your skin with a chemical peel.
Don’t use too many skincare products afterwards for a few days.
Avoid other cosmetic treatments.
Don’t expose your skin to excessive heat, use sun cream if you go outside.
Avoid strenuous physical activity, at least for 24 hours.
The Three Most Popular Peels
Superficial Chemical Peels:
Superficial chemical peels are the mildest form of chemical peel and are primarily designed to improve the skin’s texture and appearance.
They work by exfoliating the outermost layer of the skin, which can help reduce fine lines, uneven pigmentation, and mild acne scars.
Common acids used in superficial peels include alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) like glycolic acid and beta-hydroxy acids (BHAs) such as salicylic acid.
These peels are generally well-tolerated by most skin types and require little to no downtime.
Medium Chemical Peels:
Medium chemical peels penetrate deeper into the skin compared to superficial peels and are often used to address more significant skin issues.
Trichloroacetic acid (TCA) is the primary chemical used in medium peels, and it can effectively target fine lines, moderate wrinkles, and hyperpigmentation.
Medium peels may cause some redness, peeling, and downtime, usually lasting a few days to a week.
They should be administered by a trained professional due to their stronger nature.
Deep Chemical Peels:
Deep chemical peels are the most aggressive type of chemical peel, designed to treat severe skin concerns.
These peels penetrate the deepest layers of the skin and use phenol as the active ingredient.
They are typically used to address issues like severe sun damage, deep wrinkles, and extensive acne scarring.
Recovery from a deep peel can be more extensive, with significant peeling and redness lasting for several weeks.
Due to the strength of deep peels, they should only be performed by highly skilled and experienced medical professionals.
Summary
Noticeably Enhances Your Appearance
Let’s talk about the biggest benefit of Peels: Improved skin texture, a more youthful and vibrant appearance. Reduces unwanted wrinkles and lines, that gives you a clean, fresh radiant look.
Chemical peels offer several benefits for the skin and can be used to treat a variety of skin concerns. If you are considering a chemical peel treatment, it is important to consult with a qualified skincare professional to determine which type of chemical peel is best suited for you and your skin type and concerns.
Advice on skin care for peels.
Face and Skin Summary
Important advice, the choice of chemical peel should be based on your specific skin concerns and goals, and it’s essential to consult with a dermatologist or skincare professional to determine the most suitable option for you.
At Face & Skin we are finding peels are becoming more and more popular for men and women, this is reflected worldwide with over a million peels performed annually, globally.
If you have been thinking about Chemical Peels or any other treatments to achieve the best “you” that you can be – get in touch.
Remember if you’re planning to get any treatments for an upcoming event, be sure to do it weeks in advance, you may have redness and flakiness after a peel.
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