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2012年9月15日 星期六

Get The Proper Weapon To Fight For Your Skin! A Chemical Peel May Be What You Are Looking For


Beautiful skin is a plus. All women would like to have perfect skin, yet not all of them can boast about it. It is a well known fact that the skin of your body is not very difficult to maintain. Good cleaning with nourishing body wash, a scrub once in a while and a good body lotion afterwards will ensure good-looking skin.

However, the skin on your face is much sensitive and it requires special treatment. If nature has given you an impeccable complexion, you still have to do some work to keep it like that. What if the nature of the skin on your face involves freckles, spots or even severe acne?

There is a long list of products meant to repair your face and make it look nice again; it all depends on choosing the proper one for you. Problems like freckles, dry skin or unevenly pigmented areas may be solved by applying a chemical peel. They come in different types, according to the seriousness of the skin condition: a light peel is recommended for first-time users and for a regular cleaning of the superficial layer of the skin; a salicylic peel or a TCA will do a better job if deeper cleaning must be done. These chemical peels are frequently used by women who need to get a fresher look on their faces and ensure a higher quality of their skin. They are easy to apply and anyone can do it at home; besides, they are a lot cheaper than treatments in clinics and many beauty salons.

However, for the rebellious type of pimples known under the name of acne, a medium chemical may be enough but not all the time. There are cases that require something more powerful than that. Some patients have serious forms of this inflammatory disease of the skin and have to be treated with more powerful medication. Accutane is a good option and so is Benzoyl peroxide. The first one reduces the amount of sebum and shrinks the sebaceous glands. Skin becomes less likely to get comedones. The latter is like a chemical peel and comes in gel or cream form. Applied to the skin, it removes its top layer and clears its pores.

Your doctor will prescribe the type of chemical peel [http://www.3amed.co.uk/chemical-peel-skin-care-product-acne-treatment-skin-doctor.html] or other acne treatment [http://www.3amed.co.uk/chemical-peel-skin-care-product-acne-treatment-skin-doctor.html] treatment that you need so you can be sure to get rid of such problems sooner or later. Nothing lasts for ever; neither will your spots!




Jesse has many years with thousands of patients getting chemical peel [http://www.3amed.co.uk/chemical-peel-skin-care-product-acne-treatment-skin-doctor.html] treatments for better looking skin.





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2012年9月9日 星期日

Eliminate Skin Blemishes And Have Your Skin Looking Smoother With A Chemical Peel


It's quite possible that you've heard about chemical peels, but it's not something that's widely discussed. This makes it hard to know what the process is all about, and how you can benefit from it. Basically, the aim of a chemical peel is to improve the texture of your skin, generally on and around your face. It's a fairly common procedure, so the practice has been refined to make it more successful.

As you'd expect from its name, various chemicals are used to help the skin appear smoother and unblemished. Generally, chemical peels are popular with those suffering from blemishes, who have variations in skin color across their face, or suffer from wrinkles. It can be used to help with an acne problem, or to remove skin growths that may eventually evolve into cancer. Interestingly, and unlike many other cosmetic procedures, some medical insurers will actually cover the cost of having a chemical peel done.

So, what sorts of chemicals are used in a chemical peel? In order to smooth away any rough or dry patches of skin on the face, alpha-hydroxy acids, or AHAs are used. They're also effective at improving sun-damaged areas, and controlling acne. Many people find, however, that this chemical requires multiple chemical peels for the full effects to be achieved.

TCA, or trichloroacetic acid, is another chemical used for chemical peels. This is more common when dealing with wrinkles on the face, and is good for reducing pigment issues and removing blemishes. If you have a dark skin, then this is the chemical most likely to be used in your chemical peel procedure. It takes around ten to fifteen minutes for the full result to be achieved, and a TCA peel usually heals quicker than one done with alpha-hydroxy acids.

Finally, phenol is sometimes used for chemical peels. This is used mostly for correctly color blotches on the face, but can also smooth out wrinkles and remove potentially cancerous skin growths.

No anesthesia is required for a chemical peel, and it's performed as an outpatient procedure. You will need to use Retin-A on your skin after the peel is performed, to give your skin supplied with Vitamin A. You may find that your face swells, or your skin flakes a little after the procedure. After seven to ten days, however, the healing process should be complete and you will be able to enjoy the results. Remember, though, to be realistic about your expectations.




For more ways to improve your looks using cosmetic surgery [http://www.cosmetic-surgery-info-guide.com] please visit Cosmetic-Surgery-Info-Guide.com where you will find more information on chemical peels, face lifts, breast augmentation and rhinoplasty [http://www.cosmetic-surgery-info-guide.com/rhinoplasty.php].





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2012年8月23日 星期四

Looking into Chemical Peels for Treating your Acne?


I've never been big on the thought of applying chemicals to any part of my body, and the idea of using them on my face to heal acne sounded counter-productive - not to mention more than a little painful! Chemical peels, however, have been a popular acne treatment for many, many years. Often more effective than simple topical treatments, but arguably less intense than laser skin resurfacing or microdermabrasion, chemical peels can be used to treat both acne blemishes as well as acne scars. There are a few different types of peels, differentiated by the depth of penetration and the chemical ingredients.

Chemical peels use a variety of chemicals to remove the upper layer of damaged, scarred, or lined skin. The idea is that, with the removal of damaged skin, new and healthy skin will grow in its place. Furthermore, removing the top part of the skin can take away any dead skin cells blocking the pores, allowing comedones to start healing and preventing new formations.

There are several different types of chemical peels, and AHA (alphahydroxy acid) peels are the mildest form of chemical peel, with the least recovery time involved. Sometimes doctors even recommend a face wash or cream containing AHA for a similar effect. AHA peels can be composed of glycolic, lactic, or fruit-based acids, and application generally lasts only 10 minutes at a time. Since the process is so gentle, repeat applications may be necessary with intervals of a week or more in between. Following the treatment, the skin generally responds with temporary flaking or sloughing of dead cells and may feel very dry and red, somewhat similar to a sunburn. This generally disappears quite quickly, and bandages aren't usually necessary.

Chemical peels done using TCA (trichloracetic acid) are a moderate form of chemical peel that affects a greater depth of the skin. This peel can take longer to apply, and results in a more intense burning of the skin. Although the procedure can be done relatively quickly during a visit to the dermatologist, sedation is sometimes used during the treatment in order to help the patient relax. Also, since the TCA peel is more intense than the AHA peel, it is recommended that sun exposure be limited, and the skin properly protected. Some crusting may occur with this treatment, but it is purely superficial, and should disappear within a few days.

The strongest type of chemical peel uses phenol, generally in combination with croton oil. This treatment is used to remove deep wrinkles, serious sun-damage, and sometimes even pre-cancerous growths. The phenol peel is the deepest one available, which is both beneficial and detrimental. The chief positive aspect of a phenol peel is that skin improvements are so obvious; smooth, even-toned, and more blemish-free skin can often be noticed within 7-10 days, lasting sometimes up to 20 years. The cost for such dramatic improvements, however, is not small. The procedure itself can be up to 2 hours in length. Also, the recovery time for a phenol peel can take over a month, and side-effects are reported to be much more common for this peel than for the AHA or TCA peels. These side-effects include swelling and crusting, but one of the most serious is a permanent skin pallor. Phenol peels essentially bleach the skin and render it unable to tan. This means that the effects of this peel will look natural only for those with pale skin who don't tan easily.

It is clear that chemical peels, as with any acne medication, are not a procedure to embark upon without a consultation from a professional. Since peels vary in penetrating depth, certain chemical peels are tailored towards certain types of acne. Also, while self-treatment kits can be purchased, it is highly recommended that patients go to a professional. Only professionals can ensure proper chemical control and minimize the chance of mistakes and irreversible side-effects such as scarring or adverse pigmentation. From most reports, chemical peels sound like they can be a very useful tool for acne treatment, often with fantastic results. That said, I don't think I'll be doing it myself any time soon!




Author C. L. Jackson wishes the topic of acne was simply an academic interest... but unfortunately that's not the case! You'll find much more information on this topic at the author's website acne-infosource.info/acne-treatments.php





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2012年8月4日 星期六

Medium Chemical Peels - Looking At Alternatives Which Can Really Kick Start Your Skin Cell Renewal


Here are a few facts that you need to know about medium chemical peels and facial peels in general. The first fact is this. If you have any of the following skincare problems, then a chemical peel of any kind is not suitable for you.

• Sagging skin

• Bulges

• Deep wrinkles.

• Darker, uneven skin tone and color

The second fact is this. If you are looking to solve fairly minor skincare problems and have lighter colored skin, then medium chemical peels could solve some of your problems. Here is the list of skin problems that this type of treatment can address.

• Fine lines and wrinkles

• Sun damage

• Dull and tired complexion

• Large pores

• Looking for younger looking skin

The next thing to consider is that medium chemical peels have to be repeated and as the average cost is about $75 for each one, you may have to factor that into your budget. You may think that there is a better alternative and one which will reduce downtime to nothing and is pain free.

If you want to avoid some of the mess and the pain associated with using these peels such as irritation, sensitivity to sunlight, risks of herpes erupting and even scarring, then you must look at the alternatives. It is all very well to get the dermis to react to the aggression which is basically what a chemical peel is doing but there must be a better and safer way.

Here is my alternative. I looked for skincare which is totally bio available and which will encourage skin cell renewal, collagen regeneration and preservation of my levels of HA. I also wanted to do all this without any painful intervention.

The second thing I looked for was to make sure that there were no harmful synthetic chemicals in the mix. I was lucky to find that there are indeed some really serious skincare companies who are committed to my health and safety and are prepared to do all the necessary research.

I then discovered that there were cutting edge ingredients that could do all of the above without ever having to resort to medium chemical peels at all. These had strange names but that did not put me off. They were:-

* Nano Lpobelle HEQ10

* Xtend -TK

* Phytessence wakame.

If you really want to know how exactly these ingredients can kick start your skin cell renewal and why they are far superior to any of the medium chemical peels, do yourself a favor and click through to my website where I have explained all this.




Save your time and money by knowing what you are buying. If you are tired of the same old worthless products that fail to live up to their promises, isn't it time you took action? Discover some really effective ingredients used in cutting edge products instead of medium chemical peels.

William Colbert is passionate about natural, safe skincare and has extensively researched the best skin friendly ingredients on the market to-day. For more information, visit my site at:- http://www.health-and-skin-care.com





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2012年7月28日 星期六

Chemical Peels For Age Spots - Examining The Pros And Cons And Looking For Less Painful Options


If you think that chemical peels for age spots are a possible solution to your problem, then you can opt for this treatment and you will probably be happy with the results. However there are certain disadvantages which you should consider before you agree. You should also consider what other options are available.

First let us look at the disadvantages of chemical peels for age spots:

• Cost -some chemical peels can cost between $500 to $1,500

• Skin recovery time can vary but basically the peel burns the skin

• The operation may have to be repeated to maintain lasting results

• Eyes may swell up and close during recovery

• Pain and discomfort are features of all types of peels and will vary

• Risks of scarring, irritation, herpes and other problems are a possibility.

Next, let us look at what is happening to the skin. The peels act to strip away the damaged and sun damaged skin and most of the age spots too. This then encourages skin cell renewal to take place and fresher, younger looking skin is the result. But results will vary of course, depending on the depth of the peel and your skin type too.

Let us look at the three types peel on offer at the moment:

• Light peel uses glycolic acids or alpha hydroxyl acids from fruit.

• Medium peel uses trichloracetic acid (TCA)

• Deep peels use phenol acid.

You may be frightened or worried about such treatment and begin to wonder if there is an alternative to chemical peels for age spots.

Fortunately there is and some remarkably safe ingredients have been used with great success to lighten age spots, smooth skin tone and color and at the same time kick start skin cell renewal and encourage collagen and HA growth.

Let us have a quick look at the age spots problem and see what ingredients can really do the job without any pain, risks to our health or downtime. The best one contains all natural ingredients such as cyperene and b-pinine and a-cyperol which all go to make up a natural oil found in the nutgrass plant. This can lighten the pigmentation of the skin and also help to reduce age spots and give the whole skin a much more even tone and color.

Imagine adding this to other ingredients which are powerful antioxidants and a functional type of keratin called Xtend TK and you have a winning formula to solve all your skincare problems in one go.

Why bother with the trauma of burning your skin with chemical peels for age spots when you can leave it to Mother Nature to look after everything and there is absolutely no pain! Why not check out exactly what these ingredients can do for your age spots by visiting my website.




Save your time and money by knowing what you are buying. If you are tired of the same old worthless products that fail to live up to their promises, isn't it time you took action? Discover some really effective ingredients used in cutting edge products instead of chemical peels.

William Colbert is passionate about natural, safe skincare and has extensively researched the best skin friendly ingredients on the market to-day. For more information, visit my site at:- http://www.health-and-skin-care.com





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2012年7月23日 星期一

Do Chemical Peels Work? - Looking At Alternatives To Have You Looking Great Without Any Discomfort


Did you know that there is nothing new about chemical peels as many ancient civilizations used them? The only difference is that they were using totally natural ingredients like sour milk or mature wine. So, the question, do chemical peels work has an affirmative answer. But there are some precautions that we need to take and we also want to look at safer and more comfortable alternatives.

How do chemical peels work? We can use natural or chemical ingredients which peel off the outer damaged skin and encourages the dermis to replace all that with new younger looking skin. The dermis, which is the second layer, is kick started and skin cell renewal starts again to replace the old and tired outer layer.

It sounds great but there are a few precautions that we should be aware of. Chemical peels can actually be painful and there is discomfort depending on the depth of the peel. There is also a tendency to scarring in some patients while a few patients have had an outbreak of herpes. In the cases of deeper peels, medication such as painkillers has to be given to lessen the pain afterwards.

These types of peels are great if you have light colored skin. But if you tend to have darker skin, there is a risk of discoloration and uneven coloring afterwards. You might go crazy after seeing results like that!

So what are the alternatives? There are many ways that we can get our collagen to start regenerating again without going through all the hassle and pain of a peel. First, the mainstream cosmeceutical companies will not be much help here because they are using chemicals which are simply too risky and harmful for our health.

Wee need to look for those smaller companies who are committed to using great skin friendly ingredients which will work with our skin and get our own collagen reproducing again. That will help skin cell renewal to take place much faster.

How do chemical peels work will no longer be a question that you need to ask. All you have to ask about is whether these newer, safer and bio available ingredients actually work and what are the other ingredients that will give you great looking skin without going through a painful and risky process.

If you really want to look great and are curious to know what these ingredients are, why not click through to my website where I have explained all about this in great detail. Your skincare is now in much safer hands!




Save your time and money by knowing what you are buying. If you are tired of the same old worthless products that fail to live up to their promises, isn't it time you took action? Discover some really effective ingredients used in cutting edge products instead of asking the question whether chemical peels work.

William Colbert is passionate about natural, safe skincare and has extensively researched the best skin friendly ingredients on the market to-day. For more information, visit my site at:- http://www.health-and-skin-care.com





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2012年7月21日 星期六

Get The Proper Weapon To Fight For Your Skin! A Chemical Peel May Be What You Are Looking For


Beautiful skin is a plus. All women would like to have perfect skin, yet not all of them can boast about it. It is a well known fact that the skin of your body is not very difficult to maintain. Good cleaning with nourishing body wash, a scrub once in a while and a good body lotion afterwards will ensure good-looking skin.

However, the skin on your face is much sensitive and it requires special treatment. If nature has given you an impeccable complexion, you still have to do some work to keep it like that. What if the nature of the skin on your face involves freckles, spots or even severe acne?

There is a long list of products meant to repair your face and make it look nice again; it all depends on choosing the proper one for you. Problems like freckles, dry skin or unevenly pigmented areas may be solved by applying a chemical peel. They come in different types, according to the seriousness of the skin condition: a light peel is recommended for first-time users and for a regular cleaning of the superficial layer of the skin; a salicylic peel or a TCA will do a better job if deeper cleaning must be done. These chemical peels are frequently used by women who need to get a fresher look on their faces and ensure a higher quality of their skin. They are easy to apply and anyone can do it at home; besides, they are a lot cheaper than treatments in clinics and many beauty salons.

However, for the rebellious type of pimples known under the name of acne, a medium chemical may be enough but not all the time. There are cases that require something more powerful than that. Some patients have serious forms of this inflammatory disease of the skin and have to be treated with more powerful medication. Accutane is a good option and so is Benzoyl peroxide. The first one reduces the amount of sebum and shrinks the sebaceous glands. Skin becomes less likely to get comedones. The latter is like a chemical peel and comes in gel or cream form. Applied to the skin, it removes its top layer and clears its pores.

Your doctor will prescribe the type of chemical peel [http://www.3amed.co.uk/chemical-peel-skin-care-product-acne-treatment-skin-doctor.html] or other acne treatment [http://www.3amed.co.uk/chemical-peel-skin-care-product-acne-treatment-skin-doctor.html] treatment that you need so you can be sure to get rid of such problems sooner or later. Nothing lasts for ever; neither will your spots!




Jesse has many years with thousands of patients getting chemical peel [http://www.3amed.co.uk/chemical-peel-skin-care-product-acne-treatment-skin-doctor.html] treatments for better looking skin.





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2012年7月15日 星期日

Eliminate Skin Blemishes And Have Your Skin Looking Smoother With A Chemical Peel


It's quite possible that you've heard about chemical peels, but it's not something that's widely discussed. This makes it hard to know what the process is all about, and how you can benefit from it. Basically, the aim of a chemical peel is to improve the texture of your skin, generally on and around your face. It's a fairly common procedure, so the practice has been refined to make it more successful.

As you'd expect from its name, various chemicals are used to help the skin appear smoother and unblemished. Generally, chemical peels are popular with those suffering from blemishes, who have variations in skin color across their face, or suffer from wrinkles. It can be used to help with an acne problem, or to remove skin growths that may eventually evolve into cancer. Interestingly, and unlike many other cosmetic procedures, some medical insurers will actually cover the cost of having a chemical peel done.

So, what sorts of chemicals are used in a chemical peel? In order to smooth away any rough or dry patches of skin on the face, alpha-hydroxy acids, or AHAs are used. They're also effective at improving sun-damaged areas, and controlling acne. Many people find, however, that this chemical requires multiple chemical peels for the full effects to be achieved.

TCA, or trichloroacetic acid, is another chemical used for chemical peels. This is more common when dealing with wrinkles on the face, and is good for reducing pigment issues and removing blemishes. If you have a dark skin, then this is the chemical most likely to be used in your chemical peel procedure. It takes around ten to fifteen minutes for the full result to be achieved, and a TCA peel usually heals quicker than one done with alpha-hydroxy acids.

Finally, phenol is sometimes used for chemical peels. This is used mostly for correctly color blotches on the face, but can also smooth out wrinkles and remove potentially cancerous skin growths.

No anesthesia is required for a chemical peel, and it's performed as an outpatient procedure. You will need to use Retin-A on your skin after the peel is performed, to give your skin supplied with Vitamin A. You may find that your face swells, or your skin flakes a little after the procedure. After seven to ten days, however, the healing process should be complete and you will be able to enjoy the results. Remember, though, to be realistic about your expectations.




For more ways to improve your looks using cosmetic surgery [http://www.cosmetic-surgery-info-guide.com] please visit Cosmetic-Surgery-Info-Guide.com where you will find more information on chemical peels, face lifts, breast augmentation and rhinoplasty [http://www.cosmetic-surgery-info-guide.com/rhinoplasty.php].





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2012年5月24日 星期四

Looking into Chemical Peels for Treating your Acne?


I've never been big on the thought of applying chemicals to any part of my body, and the idea of using them on my face to heal acne sounded counter-productive - not to mention more than a little painful! Chemical peels, however, have been a popular acne treatment for many, many years. Often more effective than simple topical treatments, but arguably less intense than laser skin resurfacing or microdermabrasion, chemical peels can be used to treat both acne blemishes as well as acne scars. There are a few different types of peels, differentiated by the depth of penetration and the chemical ingredients.

Chemical peels use a variety of chemicals to remove the upper layer of damaged, scarred, or lined skin. The idea is that, with the removal of damaged skin, new and healthy skin will grow in its place. Furthermore, removing the top part of the skin can take away any dead skin cells blocking the pores, allowing comedones to start healing and preventing new formations.

There are several different types of chemical peels, and AHA (alphahydroxy acid) peels are the mildest form of chemical peel, with the least recovery time involved. Sometimes doctors even recommend a face wash or cream containing AHA for a similar effect. AHA peels can be composed of glycolic, lactic, or fruit-based acids, and application generally lasts only 10 minutes at a time. Since the process is so gentle, repeat applications may be necessary with intervals of a week or more in between. Following the treatment, the skin generally responds with temporary flaking or sloughing of dead cells and may feel very dry and red, somewhat similar to a sunburn. This generally disappears quite quickly, and bandages aren't usually necessary.

Chemical peels done using TCA (trichloracetic acid) are a moderate form of chemical peel that affects a greater depth of the skin. This peel can take longer to apply, and results in a more intense burning of the skin. Although the procedure can be done relatively quickly during a visit to the dermatologist, sedation is sometimes used during the treatment in order to help the patient relax. Also, since the TCA peel is more intense than the AHA peel, it is recommended that sun exposure be limited, and the skin properly protected. Some crusting may occur with this treatment, but it is purely superficial, and should disappear within a few days.

The strongest type of chemical peel uses phenol, generally in combination with croton oil. This treatment is used to remove deep wrinkles, serious sun-damage, and sometimes even pre-cancerous growths. The phenol peel is the deepest one available, which is both beneficial and detrimental. The chief positive aspect of a phenol peel is that skin improvements are so obvious; smooth, even-toned, and more blemish-free skin can often be noticed within 7-10 days, lasting sometimes up to 20 years. The cost for such dramatic improvements, however, is not small. The procedure itself can be up to 2 hours in length. Also, the recovery time for a phenol peel can take over a month, and side-effects are reported to be much more common for this peel than for the AHA or TCA peels. These side-effects include swelling and crusting, but one of the most serious is a permanent skin pallor. Phenol peels essentially bleach the skin and render it unable to tan. This means that the effects of this peel will look natural only for those with pale skin who don't tan easily.

It is clear that chemical peels, as with any acne medication, are not a procedure to embark upon without a consultation from a professional. Since peels vary in penetrating depth, certain chemical peels are tailored towards certain types of acne. Also, while self-treatment kits can be purchased, it is highly recommended that patients go to a professional. Only professionals can ensure proper chemical control and minimize the chance of mistakes and irreversible side-effects such as scarring or adverse pigmentation. From most reports, chemical peels sound like they can be a very useful tool for acne treatment, often with fantastic results. That said, I don't think I'll be doing it myself any time soon!




Author C. L. Jackson wishes the topic of acne was simply an academic interest... but unfortunately that's not the case! You'll find much more information on this topic at the author's website acne-infosource.info/acne-treatments.php





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2012年5月16日 星期三

Looking into Chemical Peels for Treating your Acne?


I've never been big on the thought of applying chemicals to any part of my body, and the idea of using them on my face to heal acne sounded counter-productive - not to mention more than a little painful! Chemical peels, however, have been a popular acne treatment for many, many years. Often more effective than simple topical treatments, but arguably less intense than laser skin resurfacing or microdermabrasion, chemical peels can be used to treat both acne blemishes as well as acne scars. There are a few different types of peels, differentiated by the depth of penetration and the chemical ingredients.

Chemical peels use a variety of chemicals to remove the upper layer of damaged, scarred, or lined skin. The idea is that, with the removal of damaged skin, new and healthy skin will grow in its place. Furthermore, removing the top part of the skin can take away any dead skin cells blocking the pores, allowing comedones to start healing and preventing new formations.

There are several different types of chemical peels, and AHA (alphahydroxy acid) peels are the mildest form of chemical peel, with the least recovery time involved. Sometimes doctors even recommend a face wash or cream containing AHA for a similar effect. AHA peels can be composed of glycolic, lactic, or fruit-based acids, and application generally lasts only 10 minutes at a time. Since the process is so gentle, repeat applications may be necessary with intervals of a week or more in between. Following the treatment, the skin generally responds with temporary flaking or sloughing of dead cells and may feel very dry and red, somewhat similar to a sunburn. This generally disappears quite quickly, and bandages aren't usually necessary.

Chemical peels done using TCA (trichloracetic acid) are a moderate form of chemical peel that affects a greater depth of the skin. This peel can take longer to apply, and results in a more intense burning of the skin. Although the procedure can be done relatively quickly during a visit to the dermatologist, sedation is sometimes used during the treatment in order to help the patient relax. Also, since the TCA peel is more intense than the AHA peel, it is recommended that sun exposure be limited, and the skin properly protected. Some crusting may occur with this treatment, but it is purely superficial, and should disappear within a few days.

The strongest type of chemical peel uses phenol, generally in combination with croton oil. This treatment is used to remove deep wrinkles, serious sun-damage, and sometimes even pre-cancerous growths. The phenol peel is the deepest one available, which is both beneficial and detrimental. The chief positive aspect of a phenol peel is that skin improvements are so obvious; smooth, even-toned, and more blemish-free skin can often be noticed within 7-10 days, lasting sometimes up to 20 years. The cost for such dramatic improvements, however, is not small. The procedure itself can be up to 2 hours in length. Also, the recovery time for a phenol peel can take over a month, and side-effects are reported to be much more common for this peel than for the AHA or TCA peels. These side-effects include swelling and crusting, but one of the most serious is a permanent skin pallor. Phenol peels essentially bleach the skin and render it unable to tan. This means that the effects of this peel will look natural only for those with pale skin who don't tan easily.

It is clear that chemical peels, as with any acne medication, are not a procedure to embark upon without a consultation from a professional. Since peels vary in penetrating depth, certain chemical peels are tailored towards certain types of acne. Also, while self-treatment kits can be purchased, it is highly recommended that patients go to a professional. Only professionals can ensure proper chemical control and minimize the chance of mistakes and irreversible side-effects such as scarring or adverse pigmentation. From most reports, chemical peels sound like they can be a very useful tool for acne treatment, often with fantastic results. That said, I don't think I'll be doing it myself any time soon!




Author C. L. Jackson wishes the topic of acne was simply an academic interest... but unfortunately that's not the case! You'll find much more information on this topic at the author's website acne-infosource.info/acne-treatments.php





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