Chemical peels are skin treatments designed to improve fine lines and wrinkles as well as uneven pigmentation, using an application of solution that dissolves the outermost layer of skin. Treatment options range from light, medium or deep applications; usually performed at either a doctor’s office or surgery center.

It is not a permanent solution

Chemical peels can dramatically reverse skin damage, leaving behind fresher, unblemished and younger-looking skin. Chemical peels are an ideal treatment option for mild to moderate acne, blotches and wrinkles as well as treating sun damage, age spots and dark spots. Chemical peels are safe when administered by professionals registered with an established body who have met set training and skill standards – avoid purchasing commercial products that contain weaker chemicals which could cause burns.

Procedures typically occur at a doctor’s office or surgery center, where practitioners will cleanse the face before applying a chemical solution such as glycolic acid, TCA (trichloroacetic acid), salicylic acid or phenol to the affected areas to create controlled wounds that will cause old skin cells to peel away leaving newer, fresher skin beneath. After treatment is complete it is important to moisturize daily and use sunscreen throughout recovery as this could lead to infection – rub or scratch treatment can worsen matters further and should also be avoided as this could increase risk.

It is not a safe procedure

If you experience side effects after receiving a chemical peel, notify your practitioner. This will reduce the chances of more severe reactions and facilitate future treatments. Alternatively, report them online through Yellow Card Scheme’s website; in case the symptoms are severe seek immediate medical assistance.

Light chemical peels generally do not cause much discomfort, though you may experience redness and scabbing around the treatment area. Ice packs may help ease this pain and swelling, and over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen or naproxen sodium may also be used; just remember not to place these medications directly onto the eyes!

Deep peels will usually result in redness, scabbing and pain in areas with freckles, blotches or precancerous scaly spots called actinic keratosis. While deep peels may help treat these conditions, they aren’t recommended for people with dark complexions due to possible permanent pigmentation issues caused by deep chemical peels – other cosmetic procedures may be more suitable, such as carbon dioxide laser resurfacing or face lifts.

It is not effective

Chemical peels are outpatient procedures performed at either a doctor’s office or

outpatient surgical facility, typically on a physician’s recommendation. Prior to beginning, your doctor will clean your face and may suggest taking antiviral or antibiotic medication; you should also avoid shaving, waxing, hair bleaching and facial scrubs for at least a week prior to receiving a chemical peel treatment.

Medium or deep peels that require you to be sedated require you to arrange a ride home;

Your dermatologist will use cotton balls, gauze pads or special sponges to apply a chemical solution containing glycolic acid, salicylic acid or trichloroacetic acid (commonly referred to as “blue peel”) onto your skin. Over time it will begin to whiten while you may feel mild stinging sensations; after which the solution will be washed off and neutralized before you can wash off and neutralize it yourself.

Healing may take up to one or more weeks before sun exposure returns; also avoid picking or scrubbing against areas as this may cause scarring!

It is not affordable

Chemical peels are cosmetic procedures designed to exfoliate dead skin cells and stimulate new cell growth, providing relief for age spots, uneven skin tone, scars and wrinkles while simultaneously diminishing wrinkles and fine lines. While chemical peels are suitable for most skin types and should only be done under professional guidance, not all forms may benefit equally.

Costs associated with chemical peels vary considerably, with superficial chemical peels often costing less than medium or deep peels; however, when making comparisons you should also take into account provider quality and intensity when assessing price differences.

Light peels involve having the dermatologist apply the solution directly onto the surface of your face for several minutes and leave it on, creating a tingling or burning sensation that lasts only briefly before being removed with neutralizing solution. A deep peel, however, uses stronger chemicals such as phenol to treat more serious problems; it may require sedation or local anesthetic and may last up to two hours before removal.