What makes Chemical Peels so great?
The name of Chemical Peels usually scares off many patients, thinking that it is Chemicals that will, in the long run, damage their skin. In contrary, Chemical Peels are used to improve the appearance of the skin. The treatment itself is consisted of applying a chemical solution to the skin. This application makes the skin to blister. This process leads to the old layer of skin peel off, revealing newer and smooth layer of skin. It successfully removes fine lines and minimizes wrinkles around the eyes and around the mouth; it treats some types of acne as well as it improves acne scars; Juvederm reduces freckles, skin discoloration, freckles, and melasma; it improves sun damage done on the skin as well as the overall look and feel of the skin.
Chemical peel provides you with new canvas, that you should protect and treat with right products to nourish it and preserve it as long as possible. Chemical peels are not only done on the face; they can be done on your neck or hands. It is important to stick to the regimen of protecting, nourishing, and moisturizing your skin. Especially right after the treatment since the skin is more sensitive like a baby skin. The sunscreen with SPF over 30 with broad spectrum should be used every day and reapplied throughout the day. Few days after the treatment it is advised to avoid sun exposure especially when UV index is high.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Chemical Peels?
Everyone whose wrinkles and scars are not severe is a good candidate for Chemical Peels. Fair skinned patients experience better results. With darker skin patients there is a risk of uneven skin tone after the treatment. Lax skin, severe wrinkles, and severe scars will not show significant improvement after a chemical peel treatment. To treat more severe skin condition Chemical Peels are used in combination with some other treatments such as laser, fillers, microneedling, facelift etc.
