What Is A Chemical Peel - Facial Peel For Younger Skin

Chemical peel is a facial peel procedure used to improve the overall texture and appearance of the skin. The procedure works by removing the superficial skin layer through the use of a peeling agent that causes the skin to blister and peels off upon contact.
It is very effective in reducing fine lines around the mouth and the eyes, removing acne marks and scars, removing wrinkles, blemishes, sun damage and uneven skin's texture. This treatment is mostly performed by the dermatologist and can be administered your neck, face or hands.

The three common active peeling agents used are either trichloroacetic acid (TCA), alphahydroxy acid (AHAs) or phenol acid. These chemical solutions are applied on the skin that creates blisters which make it easier for the old and damaged skin to be removed. When the old skin peels off, the new skin underneath is revealed with pinkish glow and smoother touch.

Chemical peel are performed in an outpatient center or surgeon's clinic and the patient can go off after the procedure. However, there are some cases whereby the doctor may required the patient to stay in the clinic or hospital for further observation and procedures.

Before the facial peel, the dermatologist will determined the peeling agent to be used based on the type of skin damage you have. The dermatologist will cleanse your skin with antiseptic soap so as to remove any excess oils or dirt on the skin before the chemical solution is applied on the treated area. Upon application, you may experience mild tingling or burning sensation to the skin which may last for five to fifteen minutes, depending on the type of peeling agents used.

Lastly, the peeling agents are then washed off with water thirty minutes to an hour. Before you left the clinic, the dermatologist will prescribed some after-care instructions as well as some skin products to protect the treated area.

After chemical peel procedure, you may have a skin reaction that looks like sunburn. Besides, there will be superficial peeling that usually involves redness, which is followed by scaling that will end within three to seven days. If you have medium or deep peeling treatment, this may result in swelling and the first sign of water blisters that may break, turn brown, crust and peel off over a seven to fourteen day period.

Chemical peel cost varies from state to state and other factors which are unique to your skin conditions. Besides, there are possible additional expenses such as the cost of anesthesia, use of the surgical facility, and a possible hospital stay. The final cost of the procedure will depend largely on the type of peels which are administered. Generally, deep chemical peel is the most costly and yet effective treatment.