Chemical Peel & Microdermabrasion
Reveal Radiant, Healthy Skin
A chemical peel is a procedure where a solution is applied to the skin to resurface or remove the outer layers call the epidermis. This will improve the skin’s appearance, texture and hydration. It promotes regeneration of fresh skin cells underneath. By removing this outer superficial layer or barrier other products that we apply to the skin such as stem cells, peptides and vitamins can easily be absorbed and work more beneficially to regenerate collagen and elastin. It can be used to treat fine lines, hyperpigmentation, acne scars and sun damage. There are different strengths and formulations for the peels that are used during this procedure.
Types of Chemical Peels
Typically chemical peels can be described as light, medium or deep. Light pills are often alpha hydroxy acids (AHA’s) like glycolic or lactic acid. Beta hydroxy acids are also a light peel and include such chemicals as salicylic acid.These are used for mild exfoliation and treating minor skin imperfections.They will improve skin texture and hydration. There is minimal downtime but some minor redness may occur with their application. Medium peels include higher concentrations of alpha hydroxy acids such as 70% glycolic acid or trichloroacetic acid or TCA. And they also address fine lines, acne scars and pigmentation issues. They’re down time can be longer and include more redness and some mild peeling. This may last approximately one week. Deep peels include something called phenol.This is for severe wrinkles and scarring or significant sun damage. The downtime is often significant lasting a few weeks. Intensive aftercare is required for this type of peel.
Benefits of Chemical Peels
Benefits of chemical peels include improved skin texture, reduced fine lines and wrinkles, reduction of acne scars, evening of skin tone and minimizing pores. These treatments remove dead skin cells, promote collagen production and give skin a smoother more youthful looking appearance. Medium peels can also significantly reduce the signs of aging. Peels containing salicylic acids are especially well suited to unclog pores, treat acne lesions and reduce the acne scars. Creating a more even skin tone is a benefit that leads to a brighter skin complexion. These treatments help tighten skin and make pores appear smaller.
Side Effects of Chemical Peels
Side effects that may occur or some redness in irritation peeling and flaking sun sensitivity or scoring. The stronger the peel the higher risk for developing side effects. Having an experienced well-trained clinician performing your peel certainly minimizes risk for developing complications.
What is Microdermabrasion?
Microdermabrasion is a procedure that manually exfoliates the outer layer of dead skin cells. This is often used in combination with a chemical peel. The procedure involves using a diamond tipped wand that will gently abrade the skin’s surface. Simultaneously, a vacuum-like device will remove the exfoliated cells. Combining this non-invasive procedure with the chemical peel maximizes the benefits of these treatments. Regular treatments maintain the results and promote youthful healthy skin.
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