Chemical peels are a chemical solution applied to the skin. The skin will typically blister and peel. The result is new skin that is typically smoother and less wrinkled.Chemical peels can be used to treat some signs of aging and also to treat some dermatological conditions. They can be used to treat acne and for some conditions that cause discoloration of the skin. Some types of chemical peels can also be used to treat pre-cancerous skin conditions called actinic keratoses.
Uses
- Some types of acne
- Age spots
- Discoloration
- Dull Complexion
- Fine lines
- Freckles
- Melasma
- Rough feeling skin
- Sun damages skin
Types of Chemical Peels Offered
Glycolic Acid Peel
- Type of alpha hydroxy peel (ALA)
- Helps with blackheads
- Deep cleans pores
- Evens skin tone
- Considered light peels
- Little or no downtime
Trichloroacetic Acid (TCA) Peels
- Good for acne marks and hyperpigmentation
- Helps repair sun damage
- Improves fine lines and wrinkles
- Can improve the appearance of shallow acne scars
- Medium depth peel
- Requires several days of downtime (about 7-10)
More Information
What do TCA Peels do?
What to expect from a TCA peel