Chemical Peels As Treatment For Stretch Marks

In spite of the pain and side effects, chemical peels are here to stay at least till a better alternative is produced which can give the same results, cheaper, and no side effects. Chemical peels work by removing the damaged layer of the skin and facilitating the skin to produce newer layer.

The light chemical peel is the most widely used one which is capable of removing fine lines and sun damage. The capacity of the chemical peels to work on the skin and remove the skin damage depends on its strength and concentration and so does the side effects and pain.

As the name suggests, strong chemicals are used in chemical peels which have the ability to remove the layer of the skin and hence making way to the newer layer. You may need light, medium or deep chemical peels depending on the depth of the damage your skin is having. You might also need a number of sessions to make sure the damage has been removed.

You need to consult a dermatologist who specializes in this treatment because the effects are different on different types of skin and the treatment depends on the thickness of the scars you process. As stretch marks are formed in the deeper layers of your skin you need to have treatment with deep chemical peels. You may need many sessions of chemical peel treatment to treat your stretch marks. This is a painful process which may need local anesthesia.

So opting for this type for treating deeper scars like stretch marks involves a lot of risks and disadvantages. The number sessions of treatment you need to undergo are more. Deep chemical peel is a painful procedure. It may also cost you a lot and can sometimes damage your skin instead of curing it. You need to consult a dermatologist before going for a treatment of stretch marks using chemical peels.

There are many other methods which can cure stretch marks with success in different degrees. There are creams available both for prevention and cure which once again ends up giving mixed results. The are some semi invasive methods like dermabrasion and micro needling which can also be pursued for treatment of stretch marks.

Drithi provides complete information about chemical peels for stretch marks at Get Rid Of Stretch Marks

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