Chemical peels are a popular cosmetic procedure that can rejuvenate the skin, diminish signs of aging, and address various skin concerns. Whether you’re looking to reduce wrinkles, eliminate acne scars, or achieve a smoother complexion, chemical peels can be an effective solution. The treatment involves applying a chemical solution to the skin, which causes the outermost layers of the skin to exfoliate and eventually peel off. This process reveals smoother, healthier, and more youthful-looking skin underneath.
Here are some key points about chemical peels treatment:
Chemical peels are cutaneous resurfacing procedure which are simple, safe, rapid yet cost- effective exfoliating treatment. Chemical peels Treatment come in different strengths, depending on the skin concern, a Board Certified dermatologist will recommend the best suitable chemical peel for you. Chemical Peels are often combined with other cosmetic procedures as an additive effect for cutaneous resurfacing.
BENEFITS OF CHEMICAL PEELS TREATMENT
Improves Skin Tone and Texture:
Chemical peels exfoliate the top layer of skin, removing dead skin cells and promoting the growth of new, healthy skin.
Reduces Hyperpigmentation:
Chemical peels are effective at fading hyperpigmentation, such as age spots, sunspots, and melasma. They can help create a more even skin tone and reduce the appearance of these blemishes.
Reduces Acne and Acne Scarring:
Chemical peels that include ingredients like salicylic acid can be used to treat and prevent acne breakouts. They help unclog pores, reduce inflammation, and control excess oil production. For individuals with acne scars, chemical peels helps in promoting the regeneration of skin cells and breaking down scar tissue.
Reduces Fine lines and Wrinkles:
Chemical peels can stimulate collagen production, which is essential for maintaining skin elasticity and firmness. This helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, providing a more youthful look.
Reduces the appearance of pore size:
Chemical peels can help reduce the size of enlarged pores, making the skin look smoother and more refined.
Reduction of Sun Damage:
Chemical peels can repair and rejuvenate skin damaged by sun exposure, reducing the appearance of sun damage, such as sunspots and fine lines caused by UV radiation.
Helps in Skin Rejuvenation:
Chemical peels gives skin a brighter and more radiant appearance. By removing dull and damaged skin cells, helps in skin rejuvenation.
Chemical Peels Procedure, How It is Done
For chemical Peels treatment, It is essential to have pre-peel priming of the patient’s skin with sunscreens and other medications for few days. Dermatologist recommends the type of peel to be used, based on skin tone, texture, and skin conditions.
During the procedure, the chemical solution peel is applied on the affected area evenly and left for some time. Depending on the type of peel used and the skin concern, peel can either be washed off post treatment or left for hours or overnight. The skin peeling starts off slowly, and over weeks especially in deep peels.
Chemical peels treatment requires minimum of 4-6 sessions for better results. Depending on the skin concern, chemical peel application can be done either weekly, fortnightly or monthly. Better results are seen with multiple sessions and when combined with other cosmetic procedures. Usually a gap of 4-6 weeks is advised between 2 sessions.
Pre-Treatment Care Instructions To Be followed:
- One week before the peel avoid waxing, laser hair removal, depilatory cream, or cosmetics application.
- Medications like topical retinoids, AHA, BHA creams or any other depigmenting or acne creams or any other topical medication has to be avoided 3 days prior the procedure
Post Treatment Care Instructions To Be followed:
Good post-peel care ensures prompt recovery of skin and prevents unwanted complications. Peeling will generally start 48-72 hours after the treatment and can last up to 8-10 days depending on the depth of peel.
- Protect your skin from sun and sunscreen should be applied every 3 hourly.
- Use gentle cleanser for next 2 days
- Use a moisturiser as directed to keep your skin moist and supple
- Never pick on skin lesions/peel or scabs
- You can resume your intense physical activity from the next day
- You can continue your regular skin care regimen 3 days after your peel
- Makeup can be worn from next day
- Do not use tanning beds or indoor tanning
- If skin burns, itches, swells, contact your treating dermatologist
Safety Considerations & Results:
Chemical peels are a great way to restore your skin, it is generally very safe when performed by an experienced Board-Certified Dermatologist. With proper evaluation, treatment and post procedure care, chemical peels are effective, low risk with long term benefits.
Results: The results are long lasting when done regularly and combined with other cosmetic procedures. Good skin care routine is required for long lasting results.
Recovery Time: Depending on the type of the peel, the recovery time varies from no downtime to 10 days. You can expect mild dryness and peeling of skin, which usually subsides with the use of moisturiser.
Chemical peels are a great way to restore your skin, it is generally very safe when performed by an experienced board certified dermatologist. With proper evaluation, treatment and post procedure care, chemical peels are effective, low risk with long term benefits. At FMS, we ensure to provide the customized treatments and ensuring better results. Our team includes Best Dermatologists in Hyderabad, well trained & certified in Cosmetic Dermatology.
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Author: Dr. Amreen Basha
