The types of chemical peels

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Light Peels:

During a light peel, mild acids are used to gently exfoliate the outer layer of the skin. This type of chemical peeling is more suitable for addressing minor imperfections in a short downtime.

Medium Peels:

The medium peel involves penetrating deeper into the skin, using stronger acids to target moderate skin concerns like wrinkles and pigmentation. It technically requires some downtime for recovery.

Deep Peels:

Deep peels will require potent acids to reach the deepest layers of the skin; they are intended for severe issues like deep wrinkles and extensive sun damage. Deep peels will take longer downtime and recovery periods. 

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The step-by-step procedures to perform Chemical peel

Chemical peels are performed in-office; sometimes, the deep peels will require an outpatient surgical facility.

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There are a couple of practices your dermatologist will be doing before the procedure like tying back your hair, cleaning your face and protecting your eyes with goggles.

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Your dermatologist will also apply topical anesthetic to numb the treated area especially if the patient will perform deep peel, the patient will receive an IV and his heart will be monitored as well.

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The doctor is also likely to use a regional anesthetic to numb the large areas like the neck and hands. 

Side effects of chemical peel

Like any other cosmetic treatment, the side effects of chemical peels are often temporary, such as redness, dryness, swelling, and burning.

It's worth noting also that Chemical peels can rarely cause severe complications, including permanent scarring, bacterial infections, darker skin, heart muscle, or kidney damage.

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Benefits of chemical peel

Chemical peels will have plenty of benefits for the skin, here are some of them: 

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• Deeply cleanses the face and reveals an acne-free skin
• Removes the outer layer and makes the pores appear smaller
• Erases fine lines and wrinkles permanently
• Fades discoloration and makes the skin confident and vibrant
• Lifts the skin with no downtime
• Reduces scarring, including acne scars
• Makes a clear skin tone and texture
• Offers effective results without the need for needles or surgery intervention

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Chemical peels are typically applied to treat multiple skin issues, including:

1. Sun damage
2. Fine lines and wrinkles
3. Age spots or freckles
4. Acne scars
5. Hyperpigmentation or melasma
6. Uneven skin tone or texture

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