
Chemical peel –
It is a procedure to peel off dull lusterless photodamaged / dry skin to improve appearance and glow of skin using chemical solutions, commonly weak acids.
Commonly used for face, peels can also be used for other exposed areas like neck and hands. Results depend on type of chemical and time duration.
It’s a pocket friendly procedure for achieving healthy, glowing and youthful skin in short period of time.
Sustained results can be obtained with regular sessions of peeling.
Who needs it –?
- Fine acne scars on face
- Fine lines and wrinkles with aging
- Irregular pigmentation due to prolonged sun exposure
- Dry, rough, scaly skin
- Skin discolouration
- Skin rejuvenation and resurfacing before important social function
Benefits –
- Economical
- Fast recovery
- Minimal downtime
- No need of anaesthesia
- Long lasting results with deep peels
Alternatives – - Microdermabrasion
- Dermabrasion
- LASER resurfacing
- Topical creams/ tretinoin
Side effects – there can be few - Post-treatment redness for prolonged duration
- Itching and allergic reactions
- Post inflammatory hyperpigmentation