Blue Peel is an Obagi skin care product and is a chemical peel, but one that heals the skin in 7 to 10 days rather than several weeks with old methods. The Blue Peel is safe to use on the face, neck, back, hands, arms, legs and anywhere else there is damaged skin. The Blue Peel helps with blemishes, acne, wrinkles, pigmentation problems, large pores, scars and sun damaged skin. It consists of trichloroacetic acid.
Myth: The Blue Peel is the Most Expensive Treatment
Fact: The Blue Peel is very cost effective when compared with alternatives such as surgeries to improve the skin.
Myth: It Will Burn My Skin and I'll End up with Scars
Fact: The Blue Peel is one of the safest peels available because it does not have the severe side effects often seen in traditional peels. You may feel a slight burning upon the initial application, with a slight swelling for a few days following the procedure.
Myth: No Peel Is Very Effective in Solving Major Skin Problems
Fact: Just the opposite is true of the Blue Peel. It actually peels away the layers of the blemished skin and other damaged skin to reveal healthier skin underneath the peeled layers.
Myth: It Is Something that Must Be Repeated Often
Fact: Many people only need one Blue Peel to see lasting results. Your doctor will advise you on how many peels you may need in order to benefit you.
Myth: Blue Peel Is One-Size-Fits-All
Fact: The Blue Peel is specifically matched to your specifications. If you have very damaged skin, the more the applications needed. Less damaged skin requires less treatment.
Myth: Chemical Peels Are Not Effective Overall
Fact: The nice aspect to the Blue Peel is if the first result does not gain the desired results, you can have another peel. The skin's damage often determines how many applications are needed in order to reach the desired appearance.
Myth: Blue Peel Is Almost a Complete Acid Mix
Fact: The Blue Peel contains 20 percent trichloroacetic acid in a blue ionic base, which is what gives it the blue appearance when applied. If your skin is very sensitive, the doctor may give you an anesthetic so that you're more comfortable during the procedure.
Myth: Blue Peel Remains on the Skin for Several Hours
Fact: Each Blue Peel lasts from 30 to 40 minutes. Your skin will have a bluish hue to it. Healing time is about 7 to 10 days from the time of the application.
The Blue Peel is one of the safest peels available on the market. Since it is a chemical peel, you should expect some amount of burning or stinging upon the initial application. However, once the application is finished, you will have no further burning after about 5 minutes.
