— RESURFACE YOUR SKIN
Sun, skin disorders, ageing and even heredity can all contribute to skin irregularities on the face and elsewhere on the body. These include textural irregularities like wrinkles and acne scars, pigmentation changes like freckles and sunspots, or visible blood vessels. Chemical peels can be divided into superficial peels, and medium chemical peels. Superficial chemical peels have no downtime, is safe, quick and offer great results. Superficial peels can be done any time of the year, and on any skin type and colour, and are also safe during pregnancy. Medium peels are recommended if you have more severe sun damage, or pigmentation and need more dramatic results. Medium peels can be done during autumn and winter, and only on lighter skin types.
A chemical peel solution is applied to the skin to help stimulate the cell turnover, enhancing collagen production. This loosens the outer layer of the skin to peel off the affected areas. Chemical Peels are used as treatment of some skin disorders and to refresh and rejuvenate skin. Chemical peels can be performed on face, neck, back and hands. Leaves skin less wrinkled and smoother. Chemical peels are the most performed non-invasive cosmetic treatments that improve overall of skin texture.
Solutions containing concentrations of 20% up to 70% of acid are used:
Penetrating only the epidermis (Depth = 0.45 mm):
Penetrating to the papillary dermis (Depth = 0.6 mm):
Affecting reticular dermis (Depth = 0.8 mm):
A chemical peel is the process of applying chemicals to the skin with the intention of causing exfoliation, destruction, and/or inflammation of the skin in a controlled fashion. Dissolve the bonds between the cells by using the enzymes and acids. Used properly, the chemical peel has the potential to be an important therapeutic tool for the dermatologist. Successful outcomes are based on a careful patient selection as well as appropriate use of specific peeling agents.
This allows dead cells to be removed gradually, leaving behind a layer of smoother and softer skin. It works by stimulating new growth of skin and collagen by decreasing the bond that holds dead skin cells on the surface. It also stimulates the process of cell renewal among all layers, to reveal fresher, healthier cells. Depending on peel depth, the skin heals in 1 – 5 days.
The skin looks and feels normal within a few hours to a day. Serial chemical peeling with fortnightly intervals, allow excellent results.
Although rare, it is possible to get the following skin infections:
Therefore, always consult with an experienced dermatologist FIRST, before embarking upon a chemical peel.
Is there anything that I should do before the procedure?
Please pause the use of any prescription items that are applied to the face at least 2 days prior to your peel. Continue with your cleanser, moisturiser and sunscreen as recommended.
Can I wax/thread/remove hair while having the peels?
Yes, between peels you may remove hair in the area to be treated, but avoid having this done for at least a week before and after the peel.
What is my downtime?
There is usually no significant downtime. However, some patients may experience peeling/flaking/redness until day 3 or 4. During this time, you can remain productive.
What is the name/brand of this peel?
We do not use a particular commercial brand or trade name or range of peels. Our peels’ chemicals are formulated by a sterile pharmaceutical laboratory according to Dr Essack’s specifications.
What if I need to skip a session?
In order to get the best out of your peel treatment, we discourage skipping a session. However, if you are unable to keep your appointment, we usually recommend rescheduling the next appointment later (rather than sooner) than the original date.
When will I see results?
This varies greatly and depends on many factors:
It all depends on what we are treating, but in most cases, you should see results 4 or 5 days after treatment.
Are chemical peels safe?
No chemicals applied to the skin is 100% safe and problems may RARELY occur. Overall these are medical and aesthetic-grade peels, but they have been formulated and applied in a way that makes them safe to use. Side effects may occur, for example, Herpes (cold sores, fever blisters), and post-procedure hyperpigmentation (especially with post-peel sun exposure) may occur. Please ask your therapist to elaborate on these PRIOR to the application of the chemicals.
Will my skin peel off?
Not necessarily, it may and may not. The process varies from a fine, dusty flake/scaling to sheet-like peeling (similar to a bad sunburn). These effects may also not be uniform in the treated areas. For example, peeling may occur in some areas whereas fine flaking may occur in other areas. Each peel chemical and concentration works differently. Your therapist will explain the way your peel is expected to work.
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