Skin and beauty procedures and treatments are ever-evolving, and Chemical Peels are one of the most exceptional finds in the beauty industry, and for good reason. Skin resurfacing treatments like chemical peels help old skin peel off and promote rapid cell turnover for healthier skin. All chemical peels remove a controlled amount of skin cells from the epidermis.

How Does a Chemical Peel Work?

During a chemical peel treatment, a dermatologist applies an exfoliant acid. First to the thicker areas of skin peel on face, such as the chin, nose, and cheeks, and then to the thinner areas around the eyes and mouth. After the chemical peel, the dermatologist may use cool saline compresses to remove any remaining exfoliant. The process can cause swelling and peeling, which may take 1-2 weeks to go away, depending on the depth and intensity of the peel. It is vital to keep the face dry and not shower or use face wash for the first 24 hours. Also, do not use makeup until the skin has healed.

Do Chemical Peels Hurt?

The simple, one-word answer to this question is no.  However, the pain tolerance of every person is different. Although chemical peels are non-surgical and non-invasive, it still uses a chemical solution to penetrate deeper layers of the skin. It can be a little uncomfortable for many people.

Gentle Skin Resurfacing Treatment 

Chemical peels are extremely common and favored by aestheticians and dermatologists for their effectiveness and ease of use. Peels are even gentle enough for those with sensitive skin, as it’s much milder than mechanical exfoliators. As we age, our cell renewal rate decreases significantly. Peeling is the best way to speed up your natural cell turnover to uncover fresh, healthy skin underneath the layers of dead surface skin cells.

Peels can effecively heal skin scarring and reduce the appearance of melasma and hyperpigmentation, reduce pore  size, and even out your skin tone and texture. A dermatologist may conduct a deeper peel or laser to resurface your skin at the dermal layer for intense scars. It is always best to have your esthetician analyze your scars and assess what to expect regarding results.

Why did Chemical Peels Become Popular?

People have started recognizing the importance of skin care measures and beauty treatments. Among all available skin procedures, chemical peels ensure skin rejuvenation and treat various skin imperfections while promoting overall health. This procedure helps eliminate skin issues with an easier and more convenient solution. Surgical alternatives are too invasive and painful, while other non-invasive treatments can cause various risk factors. Chemical peels for acne scars are safe and customizable. You can work with your esthetician to choose if tca or glycolic acid peel suits you best. Thus, their popularity in the aesthetic market has increased over the last few years and will continue to grow. 

What Are The Benefits Of Chemical Peels?

People enjoy chemical peels for their ability to reduce fine lines, wrinkles, discoloration, redness, acne scarring, and blemishes. They also help to improve skin texture by reversing sun damage, smoothing out rough skin, increasing collagen, and enhancing the appearance of firm, taut skin. This minimally invasive way to visibly improve the appearance of the skin can also be administered on the neck and hands or anywhere else on the body for immediate results you can see and feel.

A light chemical peel improves skin texture and tone and lessens the appearance of fine wrinkles. The results are subtle but increase with repeated treatments. If you have a medium chemical peel, treated skin will be smoother. After a deep chemical peel for melasma, you’ll see a dramatic improvement in the look and feel of treated areas. Results may not be permanent. Over time, age and new sun damage can lead to new lines and skin color changes. 

You are sure to enjoy your experience at Cutera Aesthetics. They have fully qualified trained professionals with exemplary repute and experience preceding them. The staff makes sure that each customer enjoys their experience. And your first consultation at Cutera is free!