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This
is a non invasive procedure that helps to restore a younger
fresher appearance. It smoothes and improves the texture of
the facial skin by removing the damaged layers.
There
are different types of peel
Superficial
Peel - the most commonly used, it is a quick and
easy treatment that removes the outer layer of cells, lightly
exfoliating the skin to give a healthy glow.
The
face is cleansed and peel painted on and left for two to ten
minutes. Mild stinging may occur. The peel is then washed
off and neutralised. The skin will look pink afterwards and
may show faint white discolouration or blotches which fade
in one or two hours. There are no after-effects, and you can
go straight back to normal daily life.
After
a superficial peel, the skin immediately looks brighter and
more radiant.
It
is recommended that the treatment is repeated weekly for four
to six weeks, and maintain the effect with a monthly peel.
Medium-depth
Peel - penetrates further into the skin to reduce
small wrinkles and acne scars. May also help to give a more
even skin tone. Most often used to improve the appearance
of sun-damaged skin on the face or backs of hands. They are
also effective on some spots and blemishes and acne scarring.
The
skin is cleansed and peel applied evenly. The treated area
turns whitish grey over several minutes. Cool saline compresses
are then applied to neutralise the acid in the peel. The face
may swell when the peel is applied, and burning or stinging
lasts for about an hour after treatment.
Recovery
takes a week or more depending on how quickly you heal (older
skin heals more slowly). In the five to six days after treatment,
the skin may turn dark brown, with white streaks. It will
itch and begin to peel, after which the skin is bright red,
fading to fresh pink over the next three to six weeks.
It
is recommended that the treatment is repeated monthly until
you achieve the effect you want, and then maintain it with
a peel every 6-12 months.
Result
The
results from the moderate to deep peels will not be noticeable
until the skin has peeled off, and then healed. It's important
to follow the after-care instructions you will be given, to
help the skin to heal successfully.
It is recommended that sunscreens should be used for the first
3 months, as this helps prevent the problem of increased pigmentation.
New skin may have too much pigment which will turn to brown
blotches in sunlight (hyper-pigmentation).
Chemical peels probably won't be recommended if you have a
history of skin scarring, any abnormal pigmentation, facial
warts, Afro-Caribbean or Asian skin (loss of skin pigments
can occur), red hair and freckled skin, or have used certain
acne treatments within the last year.
Chemical Peels cannot alter the size of pores, improve sagging
skin or remove deep scarring.
Anti-ageing
cosmetics containing fruit acids, or retinol, may help improve
the skin's appearance.
Stop
smoking and drinking, take regular exercise to improve circulation,
have a healthy diet, and use sunscreen all help prevent deterioration
in the skin's condition.
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