What You Should Know About a Chemical Peel

Most people have heard of the chemical peel treatment, but some may not know very much about the procedure except that it does something for the face. In fact, there are different degrees of the treatment and patients should consider whether they want drastic results or moderate results, and/or which conditions they are hoping to treat.

Depending on the results they are looking for, different degrees of the treatment and different chemical combinations may be used. For patients who would like a more detailed explanation, a medical professional is the best resource. In fact, most patients will find consulting with a medical professional prior to treatment helpful in determining whether or not the treatment offers the results they require.

Glycolic acid, trichloroacetic acid (TCA), salicylic acid, "Jessners" solution, and phenol are some of the chemicals used in the treatment. The most superficial chemical peel is often referred to as the 'lunchtime peel' because it is quick and easy enough to be done on a lunch break. Most patients are able to resume their normal activities following treatment. This peel affects only the most superficial layer of skin called the epidermis, and leaves the dermis unaffected. Acne and dyschromia may be treated with this degree of peel.

The deepest peel may be effective in fighting wrinkles and severe photoaging. These peels produce injury to the dermis and produce the most drastic results. Deeper peels generally require longer recovery times, however. Patients should speak to a medical professional to determine the recovery time necessary for each peel. The recovery time necessary, the level of results obtainable and other factors to be discussed with a medical professional often determine the type of peel that patients receive.

Before treatment, patients should also determine if they are a good candidate for the procedure. The medical professional performing the procedure should be able to help determine each patient's candidacy for the procedure.

Patients who are in poor health, are using certain medications such as Accutane and/or who have active infections may not be candidates for treatment. Also, patients with abnormal scarring, those suffering from certain skin diseases and patients who have recently undergone surgery may not be candidates for the treatment.

Those interested in learning more about the degree of chemical peel necessary to achieve desired results should speak to a medical professional for more information and to determine if they are a candidate for the treatment.

Justin recommends visiting a clinic for Chemical peel treatment procedures, a consultation and questions on skin rejuvenation in Florida.

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