Does a chemical peel thin the skin? Dr Maheen explains
Dr Maheen explains whether chemical peels thin the skin. Below: what the treatment involves and what to expect.
Chemical peels and skin thinning: what Dr Maheen says
A common myth is that chemical peels thin your skin over time. That’s wrong. The peeling straight after a chemical peel usually settles in three to four days, and over time your skin makes more collagen and elastic fibres, which makes it look thicker, not thinner.
Is Glycolic Acid Peel right for you?
A glycolic acid peel is a gentle, superficial chemical peel made with an acid from sugar cane that clears away dull surface cells to reveal brighter, smoother skin. A face peel takes 20–30 minutes with little downtime, and peels start from about Rs 4,800 a session in a course of 3.
Best for dull skin, uneven tone, mild pigmentation, acne marks and fine lines.
Glycolic Acid Peel at a glance
- Skin specialists & dermatologists
- Female doctors at every clinic
- Genuine, sealed products
- 12 clinics, 7 cities
- Sessions
- 4–8 peels, 2–4 weeks apart
- Appointment
- 20–30 minutes
- Downtime
- Little: redness for a few hours
- Results show
- Brighter skin after the 1st peel
- Results last
- Months, with top-up peels
- Comfort
- Tingling or mild stinging
- Price from
- Rs 4,800 a session in a course
Read the full Glycolic Acid Peel guide
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