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Chemical Peels
Frequently asked questions
What is a chemical peel?
What conditions are improved with chemical peels?
What happens during treatment?
Are there any side effects?
Above illustrates the results from acne scars treated by combining
Easy TCA with an abrasive protocol.
Above illustrates the results from peeling sessions. New healthy skin regeneration begins which helps to fight signs of photoageing, however, it is necessary to combine the peeling procedures with Skin Tech daily care creams.
What is a chemical peel?
Chemical peeling procedures involve a solution being applied to the skin causing a layer of skin to separate and peel off. The new regenerated skin from underneath is usually smoother, less wrinkled and more even in both tone and colour than the old skin.
What conditions are improved with chemical peels?
Reduction of fine lines under the eyes and around the mouth.
Correction of uneven skin pigmentation.
Acne treatment and softening of acne scars
Reduction of skin blemishes common with age and sun damage
What happens during treatment?
A chemical solution is applied to the skin. You may feel a slight stinging sensation that will soon pass. Post treatment cream is then applied to the skin. Soft peels can be given as a single treatment and no visible peeling is seen.
Full TCA peels are given as a course for 4 weeks with one peel each week. Three days after each application the skin becomes dry and may start to flake. The skin will be more sensitive to the sun so factor 50 sun cream is supplied to be used for a further 6 weeks whilst the regeneration cycle completes.
Are there any side effects?
Transient reactions may include redness of the skin, itchiness, dryness and occasionally swelling. Allergic reactions can happen and it is important to tell the Practitioner of any known allergies. Although very rare, blistering has been reported.
