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What is a chemical peel?
Chemical peels are chemical solutions used to improve and help smooth the texture of facial skin by removing the damaged outer layers. They are helpful for facial blemishes, fine lines, uneven skin pigmentation and sun damage. They may also remove pre-cancerous skin growths, soften acne scarring and help control acne.
“Chemical peel” is a broad term, used for all types of peeling solutions. It is important to know that there are many, many different kinds of peels, and each one works differently. Some peels are very mild, with little to no downtime, whereas others can be very aggressive with several days of peeling and redness. Each type of peel has a unique benefit, and some are better for certain skin types and conditions than others.
We recommend a consultation before having a chemical peel to discuss all the peeling options and anticipated downtime. When scheduling your consultation or chemical peel, please consider your work or social schedule, and plan your peel around any events that you may be attending. Very often we recommend having your peel a full 2 weeks before any social commitments. However, your particular concerns and needs will be discussed during your consultation. Glycolic Acid Peels Glycolic acid is one of the most commonly used ingredients in chemical peels. Glycolic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that is found in sugarcane. It works by loosening the top layer of skin cells, leaving your skin smoother and brighter. Glycolic peels are considered superficial to light chemical peels, and typically a series of several treatments is needed. The downtime with glycolic peels ranges from minimal redness and flaking to some crusting and peeling that last for a few days to a week. This typically depends on the strength of the solution (what percentage) and how long it is left on the skin.
The benefits of glycolic acid include: improvement in sun damaged skin; improvement in acne or acne prone skin; improvement in large pores and texture; improvement in even skin tone and color; and improvement in fine lines and firmness of the skin. These improvements are usually visible after a series of several treatments, typically spaced 2-4 weeks apart.
Glycolic peels can be performed on any skin type, and are often used to treat the face, neck, chest and hands. We can also treat the arms and back. Jessner’s Peels
Jessner’s peels (or Jessner’s solution) are light to medium depth chemical peels that work well on most skin types. Jessner’s peels help correct sun damage, acne, hyperpigmentation (brown spots), fine lines, and light firming of the skin. A Jessner’s solution is composed equal parts of 3 kinds of peeling agents: lactic acid, salicylic acid and resorcinol. Considered a more aggressive treatment than glycolic acid, Jessner’s peels typically provide noticeable results, but with more visible peeling. The skin often turns pink or brown for 1-3 days after the peel, becomes very tight, and then peels in more noticeable flakes. Peeling lasts several days. The face, neck, chest and hands can be treated. Very often a series of 4-6 treatments is suggested. TCA Peels TCA (trichloroacetic acid) peels are light to medium depth peels. TCA is very effective at improving sun damaged skin, and can penetrate deeper than other peels to help correct uneven pigmentation, diminish lines and wrinkles, and retexturize skin. TCA peels are performed often as a series of 4, beginning with the lightest strength and increasing in subsequent peels if tolerated. After the initial discomfort of the peel has subsided, typically the skin feels sunburned for 24-28 hours. Redness and tightness are to be expected, accompanied by a brown scale or crust to the skin. This brown crust peels usually 2 days after the peel, and peels for 3-5 days. The new skin will be pink for 1-3 weeks. Melanage™ Skin Lightening System The Melanage™ Skin Lightening System is a superficial peel designed to improve the texture and appearance of hyperpigmented skin on the face. The treatment involves a medicated masque and an at-home regimen. There is no pain and little to no irritation during the application of the mask, and typically the irritation level on the following days is more like a sunburn. The white, medicated mask remains on your face for 6-8 hours after your appointment, and you will be given a kit with your products for home use. Results are noticeable after 3-4 weeks. This is a wonderful treatment for sun damage, brown spots and melasma. SalicylicAcid Peels
Salicylic peels are great for oily, acne-prone skin. Salicylic acid breaks down oil and can penetrate into the sebaceous gland, reducing acne breakouts and inflammation. The skin typically feels sunburned for a few days, and light to moderate peeling can occur. Helps clear blackheads and tighten pores. Several treatments may be necessary. How to Prepare for a Chemical Peel We recommend first scheduling a complementary consultation to discuss your goals, expectations, likely outcomes and possible side effects of chemical peels. During this consultation our esthetician can help decide if you are a candidate for chemical peels, and if so, which one would be best suited for your needs. We will also discuss in detail how to care for your skin after a chemical peel.
We will sometimes recommend a home care routine that will speed up your visible results, or help to maintain the results of your treatments. However, before any chemical peel we advise that you discontinue any of the following for at least 3-5 days: - Retin-A®, Renova®, tretinoin or any retinol products
- Glycolic, salicylic or any other products containing AHAs
- Topical acne medications
- Any facial scrubs
We also recommend avoiding sun exposure for a week prior to treatment, as sunburned skin cannot be treated. During your consultation let us know about any history of sensitive skin, intolerance or allergies to AHAs, Accutane in the past 6 months, history of herpes simplex I or cold sores, daily sun exposure, and any planned events in the upcoming 2 weeks. What to Expect After Your Chemical Peel
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