What is chemical peeling ?could you elaborate on the different types of peels ? Chemical peeling is application of a solution/gel on the treatment area for a particular time period. It is an office procedure. It does not require any hospitalization. After properly studying the skin type and its sensitivity, the dermatologist decides on the type of peeling agent and their concentration. The skin is first cleansed . The peeling agent is then applied gently onto the lesion or on the full face till the ‘end point’ is achieved. During or shortly after the procedure, the patient might experience warmth or stinging sensation for a few minutes. the procedure can be repeated after 2- 3 weeks.
History of peels : Cleopatra used sour milk (lactic acid) &French women used fermented wine (tartaric acid) to look fairer.
- Glycolic acid peel : it is an Alpha hydroxy peel .it is derived from sugarcane extract. It is done to remove blemishes and superficial acne scars.also to giv an even skin tone. it is also used as an anti aging peel since it stimulates collagen thus reduces and prevents fine lines & wrinkles.
- Lactic acid peel -AHA from fermented milk
Helps maintain skin pH and also useful in adjusting the pH of formulations
Moisturizes skin as is the skin’s own natural moisturizer
Done in those people who have acne or pigmentation but have a sensitive skin - Arginine peel
derived from Brown sugar
used to treat dark circles - Kojic Acid peel
produced by mushrooms of family Aspergillus and Penicillium
Glow peel
Reduces blemishes & pigmentation - Beta hydroxy peel – salicylic acid peel done for acne ( whiteheads& blackheads) .
- Obagi blue peel – Trichloroacetic acid peel : should be done with extreme caution by a dermatologist.done to reduce pigmentation & fine lines.
- Cosmelan peel – is a whitening peel. to be done by a professional
- Yellow peel : vitamin A peel done for skin lightening and brightening.
- Black peel : excellent for acne which doesn’t respond to conventional medical treatments.
- Nomelanpeel : done to treat increased pigmentation.
Black peel : excellent for acne which doesn’t respond to conventional medical treatments.
- Safe office procedure
- Easy availability
- Easy to use
- Affordable
- Compliments the drug therapy & brings about faster
- therapeutic effect thus reducing the downtime to treatment
- Excellent cosmetic results