Chemical Peels assist in reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, smooth the texture of the skin, and assist in hydration for firmer skin. Used also for acne prone and active acne. Some chemicals used include gycolic acid, salicylic acid, lactic acid, or the more aggressive TCA (trichloroacetic acid).
The biggest reason is the need for exfoliation. Photo-aged, hyperpigmented, acneic or dull skin can be characterized by the accumulation of dead cells on the skin's surface, irregular activity of sebaceous glands, and slowed down cellular renewal. Such skin does not regenerate fast enough. Imperfections such as teh signs of aging and various imperfections become more visable.
Chemical peels are performed on the face, neck or hands. They can be used to:
- Reduce fine lines under teh eyes and around the mouth
- Treat wrinkles caused by sun damage, aging and hereditary factors
- Improve the appearance of mild scarring
- Treat certain types of acne
- Reduce age spots, freckles and dark patches due to pregnancy or taking birth control pills (melasma)
- improve the look and feel of skin that is dull in texture and color
If you would like to improve the overall smoothness of your skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, you are a candidate for one of the many peels that we offer.
All of our chemical peels are performed in our office by our Board Certified Plastic Surgeons (TCA Peel) or by our anestheticians at the Skincare & Laser Clinic.