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Chemical Peels

A chemical peel is a multi-beneficial skin resurfacing procedure. It is composed of a solution of fruit acids. These peels have gel-like consistency and can be applied on the face, neck, and hands to effectively fight a variety of skin concerns. After peeling off you can get away with skin irregularities such as dead skin cells, fine lines, acne, pigmentation, blemishes, etc. These peels contain skin-healing ingredients that boost collagen and improve skin tone.

Types Of Chemical Peels

1. Mild Chemical Peels

As the name suggests, if you are facing mild skin problems, a mild chemical peel is the right choice. It has less recovery time and you can get noticeable results in the very first session. Following are some of the popularly used chemical peels which fall under this category: 

 

1.1 Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) are the most superficial type of chemical peels.

This is preferred to treat dehydrated skin, mild pigmentation & fine lines. Since it has lactic acid it makes for a very good skin brightening & hydrating treatment. Other than which AHAs consists of glycolic acid, citric acid, tartaric acid, and malic acid. 

 

1.2 The second type of superficial chemical peels is Beta Hydroxy Acids (BHAs).

These are lipid-based and mostly use salicylic acid which is most effective for oily and acne-prone skin as it has antioxidant properties. 

 

1.3 A cocktail of lactic acid, salicylic acid, and resorcinol is known as Jessner's Peel.

These are most beneficial for people with sensitive skin and may consist of phytic acid.

 

2. Medium Chemical Peels

Tired of scars, fine lines, and moderate pigmentation? Try medium chemical peels which consist of acids with higher strength. With such peels, you need a longer recovery time and the results are also more prominent than the results of mild peels. 

The most widely used medium-depth peels are Trichloroacetic Acid Peels (TCA). It can also be used in combination with salicylic acid. 

 

3. Deep Chemical Peels

If you have stubborn scars, severe acne, and aging spots, a deep chemical peel is best for you. It is composed of acids with yet higher strength. You can find a better skin tone and texture in just one session. The skin keeps on enhancing with succeeding sessions.
Deep chemical peels generally use carbolic acid which can also be used in conjunction with other chemicals depending on the concerns being targeted.

Newer Trending Peels

Party Peels: As the name indicates, party peels are specially prepared to give you an instant glow for special occasions. Hence, these are also known as glow peels or party facials. These are mild peels which usually consist of mandelic and salicylic acid peels. One can get it done at lunchtime and carry on with their daily routine as there’s no downtime involved. It can be used to treat suntan, to remove dead skin cells, for instant radiance, for skin hydration and pore tightening. So, for any upcoming occasions, all you have to do is to get this chemical peel done to steal the show.

 

Yellow Peel: It is basically a retinol-based peel. Additionally, kojic, phytic and azelic acids are present. It is indicated for pigmentation, photoaging, scars. It causes a proliferation of new skin cells when applied and left for around 12 hours. It needs to be repeated every 2 weeks for brighter, clear, evenly toned, younger-looking skin.

 

Blue Peel: It is a 20 percent salicylic acid-based peel. It's quick and superficial. This gives a firmer, smoother and bright skin in 3-6 sittings. It's effective for fine lines, wrinkles, rough, uneven, photoaged and blemished skin.

 

Black Peel: This is based on acetic acid with a combination of salicylic and jasmonic acid. It is indicated in acne, skin aging, pigmentary problems, and stubborn acne. Sessions are repeated every 3 weeks.

 

Pigment Balancing Peel: This is a vitamin c and glycolic acid-based peel. Vitamin c is one of the best antioxidants against pollution and sun-induced skin damage that causes sagging and loss of elasticity. This peel gives a fresh and vibrant glowing look to the face in very few sittings.

 

Benefits

  1. Suntan removal
  2. Dead skin removal
  3. Instant radiance 
  4. Skin hydration
  5. Pore tightening

 

So, for any upcoming occasions, all you have to do is to get this chemical peel done to steal the show.

Benefits of Chemical Peel treatment

1. Great Exfoliator

Exfoliation is a vital part of any skincare regime. Chemical peels eliminate the superficial layer of the skin which mostly consists of dead skin cells, hence, providing you a smooth skin texture.

 

2. Minimizes Acne, Acne Scars And Blemishes

From controlling all types of acne to reducing stubborn acne scars, a chemical peel does it all for you. Whiteheads and blackheads are reduced as this peel unclogs the pores. For example, a peel consisting of salicylic acid and lactic acid clear acne and trichloroacetic acid fades away stubborn scars.

 

3. Reduced Pigmentation And All Signs Of Aging

Certain chemical peels have a composition that can reduce severe hyperpigmentary disorders and notorious dermatosis like melasma. This peel treats various other pigmentation problems like sunspots, dark spots, freckles, etc. Advanced treatments like chemical peels reduce all kinds of fine lines and wrinkles.