Chemical Peel The Evolution of Skin Enhancement

During the treatment, a solution that gently peels away the top layer of the skin is applied to areas in need of rejuvenation. Peel solutions may contain alpha hydroxy acids, trichloroacetic acid (TCA) or phenol as the peeling agent, depending on the depth of your wrinkles and your skin type. Several light- to medium-depth peels can often achieve similar results to one deeper peel treatment with less risk and shorter recovery time.

Fine lines and wrinkles around the mouth and on the forehead and cheek areas may be improved with a wide range of skin treatments. One of the most effective methods is chemical peel.

Alpha hydroxy acids are derived from foods, such as fruits and milk, and can improve the texture of skin by removing layers of dead cells and encouraging cell regeneration. There may be little or no down time after this type of light chemical peel.

Trichloroacetic acid is used for peeling your face, neck, hands and other exposed areas of the body. It has less of a bleaching effect than phenol and is excellent for "spot" peeling of specific areas. It can be used for light, medium or deep peeling, depending on the concentration and method of application.

Phenol is sometimes used for full-face peeling when sun damage or wrinkling is severe. It can also be used to treat limited areas of your face, such as deep wrinkles around your mouth. A "buffered" phenol peel offers yet another option for severely sun-damaged skin and may be a good choice for some patients who want a deep peel with a somewhat faster recovery.