Chemical Peels Articles

How to Reduce Post-Procedure Redness

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 08:07:20 PST

Anti-aging and rejuvenating procedures like cosmetic surgery, laser treatments and even chemical peels can help eliminate the signs of aging, fine lines, wrinkles and sun spots. But keep in mind that they can also leave your skin red for days (and in some cases weeks). “Post-procedure redness occurs when the skin tissues have been traumatized or stressed,” says West Palm Beach, FL, aesthetician Tammy Fender.

After a noninvasive proc

Chemical Peel for Oily Skin

Tue, 23 Feb 2010 10:00:14 PST

There are a multitude of products to choose from when considering a chemical peel for oily skin. These products include facewashes and lotions with varying concentrations of peeling agents. Your medical professional can advise which type of peel will help give you the desired results.

Improve Skin Appearance

Chemical peels are used to treat acne scars, sun-damage and lessen th

Chemical Peel for Adolescents

Sat, 20 Feb 2010 10:00:03 PST

Chemical peels are becoming more popular with adolescents as a way to improve minor skin imperfections. Read on for some of the ways a chemical peel can help adolescents.

Acne

Keeping pores clear is an important tool in the prevention of acne for adolescents. A chemical peel clears oil and debris from the pores and helps keep acne breakouts away. A chemical peel can also temporarily reduce the

Recovery after a Chemical Peel

Sat, 20 Feb 2010 10:00:03 PST

The three types of chemical peels, light, medium and deep, are so named for their increasingly more penetrating ability to remove dead and dull cells from the skin. It follows that as the strengths of the peels increase, deeper skin cells will be affected during treatment and more severe blistering and peeling will occur afterwards. Therefore, for each type of chemical peel, the length of the recovery and the aftercare maintenan

Potential Side Effects of a Chemical Peel

Sat, 20 Feb 2010 10:00:03 PST

Chemical peel is a type of dermatological treatment used to improve the appearance of the skin. The application of a chemical peel will enable dead cells to peel off and healthier new cells to regenerate. Chemical solutions of various properties and concentrations are used to make masks for different purposes.

Chemical peels used in dermatological treatment today can be classified into three types: light, medium and deep

Treatments that Can Be Combined with a Chemical Peel

Sat, 20 Feb 2010 10:00:03 PST

A chemical peel is a cosmetic treatment technique used to remove dead skin cells from the surface of the skin and to stimulate regeneration. Chemicals derived from vinegar, fruit and sugar cane are applied on the skin. Depending on the case, doctors may also add high dosage vitamins for treatment. Intensity of the chemical peel solution and the number of layers applied depend on the patient's skin color, skin type and severity

FDA Approval Status for a Chemical Peel

Sat, 20 Feb 2010 10:00:02 PST

The FDA approval status for all chemical peel products differ independently. However, no well known product in the cosmetics industry, that use the strong acids found in most peel products, has received FDA clearance for a completely safe skin rejuvenation product.

Safety Concerns

Several reports collected over extended periods of time by the US Food and Drug Administration have indicated that ingredients, such a

Most Common Uses of a Chemical Peel

Sat, 20 Feb 2010 10:00:02 PST

Chemical peels, with various constituent ingredients, are used as a type of cosmetic treatment to help people get more desirable looking skin. Depending on the strengths and concentrations of the chemicals involved in each type of peel, they are grouped into three subcategories, each with a different purpose of use.

Uses of Light Peels

The mildest of the types, called light peels, are mainly purposed

Post-Chemical Peel: Lifestyle & Maintenance

Sat, 20 Feb 2010 10:00:02 PST

For people who have received chemical peel treatment, the aftercare process is crucial for getting proper results. With the application of different types of peels, varying degrees of blistering, peeling and healing will occur. Therefore, for each type of peel, the recovery process can be quite different in both time and maintenance procedures.

Care after Light Peel Treatment

In general, since light chemic

Chemical Peel for Dry Skin

Sat, 20 Feb 2010 10:00:02 PST

A chemical peel is a common cosmetic surgery practice which uses a chemical to remove the outer layers of skin from the face. In doing so, new skin layers of skin can be exposed; layers which aren't discolored, tight, sagging or wrinkled. The face can look refreshed and more youthful. However, not all skin types are the best candidates for a chemical peel.

What Dry Skin Patients Can Expect

A chemical peel

Chemical Peel for Medium Skin Tones

Sat, 20 Feb 2010 10:00:02 PST

A chemical peel is a cosmetic treatment that peels away the skin, revealing fresher, younger-looking skin. Medium skin tones can benefit from a chemical peel, as long as certain precautions are kept in mind. Read on to learn more about chemical peels for medium skin tones.

Chemical Peel Benefits

Those with medium skin tones may want to look into a chemical peel for a variety of skin concerns, such as mild scarrin

Initial and Long Term Results of a Chemical Peel

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 10:00:10 PST

Initial and long-term results of a chemical peel vary according to your skin's condition and the type and depth of the peel. Patients should see initial results with any chemical peel. A very mild peel is less likely to provide long-term results, while a deep peel's results can last for many years.

Initial Results

Immediately after having a chemical peel,

Candidacy for a Chemical Peel

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 10:00:10 PST

A Chemical Peel places chemical on the skin and allows them to soak in; soon after, the outer layers of skin peels off. This allows new skin to grow in its place and gives the skin a much younger and refined appearance. There are three types of chemical peels and candidacy for which one is best is determined by skin type, color and specific skin issue. In general, an ideal candidate for a chemical peel will want to improve

Cosmetic and Health Benefits of a Chemical Peel

Fri, 19 Feb 2010 10:00:10 PST

Chemical peel is a technique used in cosmetic dermatology to improve the appearance of the skin. This procedure is done with the application of chemical solutions which cause dead skin cells to peel off and allow new and healthier cells to regenerate. Chemical peels used in practice today can be categorized into three major groups: light, medium and deep peels. Depending on the properties and strength of the chemicals used, each

How to Choose a Chemical Peel Specialist

Tue, 09 Feb 2010 12:28:46 PST

A Chemical Peel, or chemical resurfacing, uses chemicals like glycolic or salicylic acid to damage the skin, stimulating your body's natural healing process to produce smoother, younger looking skin. Chemical peels can be superficial, for the treatment of mild to moderate damage due to aging, acne scarring and exposure to the sun; deep peels require general anesthesia and are used to treat only the most severe skin damage. Here are some tips to help you choose a chemical peel