Ah, the confusion about chemical peels. As an Aesthetician, whenever I mention performing a chemical peel I can either visually see the client cringe or experience a moment of silence accompanied by a questioning look. I can picture what is running through their head. Layers of skin hanging off my face, bright red face with raw spots and scabbing.
So, I thought I would help everyone out. There are many chemical peels available to those who treat skin. They run the gamut from non-invasive to very invasive. The invasive peels could be considered a medical procedure and should only be performed in a physician’s office.
Chemical peels are comprised of a variety of various acids. They are used to remove the top layer of aged or sun damaged skin as well as penetrate your pores and clean out dead skin cell build-up for those who suffer from acne. Chemical peels are very beneficial for your skin. They provide fresh new skin that is smoother and softer with a healthy glow as well as collagen stimulation and plumping of the skin . They also allow the topical products applied afterwards to better penetrate your skin and do their job. With some peels you may flake for up to 5 days and with others the peeling is non-visible. All peeling can be controlled with moisturizers.
Before receiving chemical peels you should prepare your skin by using topical products which contain lesser amounts of one or more acids. This is necessary to acclimate your skin to the procedure, causing less irritation.
Some of the acids used are mandelic, lactic, Trichloroacetic Acid (TCA), glycolic, salicylic, Retinoic Acids, kojic, azelaic, and Jessners.
Educate yourself and seek the knowledge of a professional.
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