What Is a Chemical Peel?
A chemical peel is a skin-resurfacing treatment that uses a specialized solution to exfoliate the top layers of skin. As a result, by removing dead skin cells and stimulating collagen production, chemical peels reveal smoother, brighter, and healthier-looking skin.
Is chemical peeling good for skin ?
Chemical peel improves skin texture and tone while lessening the appearance of fine wrinkles. Although the results are subtle initially, they tend to improve with repeated treatments. In the case of a medium chemical peel, treated skin will be noticeably smoother.
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What are benefits of Chemical Peels ?
Improve Skin Texture, reduce roughness and smooth fine lines for a more youthful appearance.
Additionally, it helps even skin tone by addressing hyperpigmentation, age spots, and acne scars for a balanced complexion.
Moreover, it boosts radiance by revealing fresher, glowing skin through the removal of dull, dead skin cells.
Furthermore, it helps combat acne by clearing clogged pores and reducing breakouts.
Finally, it stimulates renewal by encouraging collagen production, leading to firmer, more elastic skin.
How Do Chemical Peels Work?
A chemical peel is applied to the face of the client by a trained medical professional. Afterwards, it is left on for a varying amount of time based on the practitioner’s assessment, before being removed. Depending on the type of skin peel used, such as Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHA or acid peels), Glycolic peel, fruit acid, or TCA, the dead skin will either peel off dramatically or improve gradually. As the skin heals, it regenerates new tissue, resulting in smoother, younger-looking, and less wrinkled skin.
How long chemical peel last ?
Ultimately, the frequency of your treatment will depend on the type of peel you have and how well you can maintain your results. Since the effects of the chemical peel can last for one to two months, it’s common for people to schedule maintenance treatments every four to eight weeks, depending on skin condition, skin type, and the rate of natural cellular turnover.
What layer of skin does a chemical peel remove ?
There are two layers of skin: the epidermis and the dermis. The dermis is the deepest layer, containing hair follicles, sweat glands, and nerves. However, a chemical peel never removes skin from the dermis. Instead, it targets the epidermis, the visible outer layer, by removing various layers based on your specific skin concerns. Therefore, the depth of the peel can be customized to address superficial skin issues.
What Conditions Can Chemical Peels Treat?
Chemical peels can help to remove or soften the effects of sun damage, acne scarring or age-related or premature fine lines and wrinkles. Chemical peels can also help with the treatment of active acne.
As chemical peels remove the outermost layers of the skin, most commonly facial skin, this treatment can also reduce the appearance of scars and blemishes, age spots, freckles and dark patches. A chemical peel can’t decrease the size of pores or eliminate deep scars.
Is a chemical peel painful ?
During or after a chemical peel, you might feel tingling, stinging, or burning. However, this depends on the strength of the treatment and the condition of your skin.
Are There Any Side Effects to Chemical Peels?
After a chemical peel, your skin will be temporarily more sensitive to the sun, so you should wear sunscreen if spending time outside. As any swelling decreases, you might notice the treated skin forming a crust and your skin might darken or develop brown blotches. This should clear up within 1-2 weeks.
Other side-effects associated with chemical peel procedures include redness of the skin, which may last several weeks and in some very rare cases changes in colour to the skin or scarring.
How long does a chemical peel take ?
Your consultation appointment usually takes 30 minutes, although if you have any add-on treatments, your appointment may take up to an hour to complete. However, the depth of your chemical peel treatment will not affect the duration of your appointment. Afterward, you will have a follow-up appointment to assess your progress and ensure optimal results.
Why choose JR Medical ?
At JR Medical, we provide top-quality care with our expert doctor who has over 30 years of experience in the field. Furthermore, we ensure that you receive the personalized treatment you deserve in a safe and professional environment. Additionally, we are a CQC-registered clinic and a proud member of BCAM, giving you peace of mind knowing you’re in trusted hands.
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