Chemical peels are very popular when it comes to improving skin texture and reducing signs of hyperpigmentation and acne. This can also be used to improve signs of ageing and rejuvenate your skin. There are different types of chemical peels and in this article we will provide some insight into some of these.
The gentlest form of chemical peel
Is the superficial peel which uses mild acids like alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) or beta-hydroxy acid (BHA). You will not need any downtime after these peels as it will only exfoliate the top layer of skin. So if you are looking for a way to brighten your skin complexion, this is a great option. A medium peel will be slightly stronger than a superficial peel and it will use acids such as glycolic acid and TCA. You will be able to get a glycolic acid peel done by visiting thesccc.com.au and making an appointment. This is an AHA and it will help remove dead skin cells and other impurities. The glycolic acid solution will be applied to the skin and kept for a few minutes for it to act and then it will be washed off. Once the outer layer of the skin peels away, you will be left with smooth skin with a more even tone. You can use this for improving the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It is great for hyperpigmentation as well.
You can also use glycolic acid for a superficial peel as long as the concentration is mild.
A medium peel using glycolic acid can reduce the appearance of age spots and sun damage. It will also make a difference to deeper wrinkles. As this will be stronger than a superficial peel, you will need some downtime to recover from the procedure. Some common effects you will see after this are redness, flaking and peeling of the skin for a few days after the procedure. The strongest chemical peel you can find are deep peels and these use a high concentration of phenol or TCA so that it can penetrate deep into the skin. Severe wrinkles and sun damage can be improved with this treatment but you will need a lot of downtime to recover from this procedure. In some cases, you will need to wear a bandage over the skin treated with the deep peel. And the peeling and flaking effects can last for up to two weeks.
There are also combination peels that use two or more types of chemical peels.
This can be used to address different skin concerns. For example, you can have a superficial peel done first and a medium or deep peel done next. It is not just acids that can be used to exfoliate the skin. There are also enzyme peels that use enzymes for the exfoliating action and these tend to be very gentle compared to chemical peels. The benefit of this is that you will not experience a lot of peeling and downtime will be reduced significantly as well.
