Chemical Peels
A chemical peel is a resurfacing technique used to improve the appearance of the skin and has become a very popular rejuvenation procedure in New York. During the peel, a chemical solution is applied to the skin which removes the outer damaged layers. The face then regenerates new skin replacing the older damaged layers. The new skin is usually smoother and less wrinkled but is also temporarily more sensitive to the sun.
Many types of peels exist and are generally classified into superficial, medium and deep peels depending on how deep they penetrate. The deeper the penetration, the more aggressive the peel tends to be. Deeper peels provide greater resurfacing benefits, but also carry a greater risk of complication. Common chemical peels include glycolic acid, salicylic acid, lactic acid, Jessner’s solution, trichloroacetic acid and phenol.
Chemical Peels
A chemical peel is a resurfacing technique used to improve the appearance of the skin and has become a very popular rejuvenation procedure in New York.
During the peel, a chemical solution is applied to the skin which removes the outer damaged layers. The face then regenerates new skin replacing the older damaged layers. The new skin is usually smoother and less wrinkled but is also temporarily more sensitive to the sun.
Many types of peels exist and are generally classified into superficial, medium, and deep peels depending on how deep they penetrate. The deeper the penetration, the more aggressive the peel tends to be. Deeper peels provide greater resurfacing benefits, but also carry a greater risk of complication. Common chemical peels include glycolic acid, salicylic acid, lactic acid, Jessner’s solution, trichloroacetic acid, and phenol.
What Does it Treat?
Chemical peels can be used to:
- Reduce fine lines under the eyes and around the mouth.
- Treat wrinkles.
- Treat certain types of acne.
- Treat areas of sun damage.
- Reduce age spots and freckles.
- Improve the look and feel of skin that is dull in texture and color.