A chemical peel uses a chemical solution to remove layers of skin, revealing the more youthful skin underneath. Chemical peels can reduce or improve fine lines and wrinkles, acne, scars, uneven skin coloring, and other skin imperfections. Different chemicals determine the depth of your peel and the type of skin condition treated.
Chemical peels are used to treat certain skin conditions or to improve your appearance by improving the tone and texture of your skin. You need to get in touch with your dermatologist to determine the depth of your peel. This joint decision can vary depending upon the condition of your skin and the objectives of treatment.
This treatment is most commonly performed on your face, neck, or hands. They can help reduce or improve:
- Fine lines under your eyes or around your mouth and wrinkling caused by sun damage, aging, and hereditary factors.
- Certain types of acne.
- Mild scarring.
- Sunspots, age spots, liver spots, freckles, uneven skin coloring.
- Precancerous scaly spots are called actinic keratosis.
- Rough skin, scaly patches, dull complexion.
It is important to choose a dermatologist who has experience with chemical peels. This is especially important for people of color, whose skin can be more prone to the side effects of chemical peels.
The dermatologist will explain which type of peel may be best for a person’s skin and which products will support healing afterward. People with more severe skin conditions may have better results from professional treatments, which contain higher concentrations of acid than commercial products.