How Do Chemical Peels Work
Chemical peels are supposed to be the very best choice for the
treatment of acne scars and it is becoming more popular, as these
treatments seem to be efficient at treating acne with very little
complications. What a chemical peel does is it removes the top layer of
the affected skin leaving the bottom layer of fresh unaffected skin
exposed. Before considering using chemical peels as an acne treatment
you should seek the advice of a trained cosmetic surgeon who is
experienced in this field. The surgeon will be able to determine if you
are a suitable candidate for chemical peels for acne after he has
studied your skin color, how oily your skin is and how severe your acne
condition is. It is believed that people who have superficial acne or
acne scars alone, are the best suited for this type of treatment.
Two of the mildest forms of peels for acne are Alphahydroxy acids and
Betahydroxy acids. Lighter chemical peels for acne do not require much
recovery time, although it is normal for people to experience slight
redness and irritation and may also experience some crusting which will
eventually subside as the body adjusts to the treatment. These lighter
treatments are usually repeated every six weeks. Chemical peels for acne
may also include salicylic acid, which is very effective in the
treatment of acne. Chemical Peels for acne are not recommended for
people who have severe and very active acne or those who are pregnant.
Stronger chemical peels for acne, which include trichloroacetic acid and
phenol treatments, penetrate deeper layers of skin and last longer than
the lighter treatments, although the recovery times is generally longer
and these strong peels for acne are sometimes associated with greater
risks such as side effects and increased sensitivity to sunlight. Due to
certain limitations in not all types of acne conditions can be treated
effectively with this type of treatment.
Another type is the TCA peel, which is ideal not only for the removal of
acne scars, but also for removing shallow tattoos and age spots and is
also recommended for large pores. It helps remove the layers of dead
skin that can cause acne infection to get blocked and releases the
impurities allowing the skin to heal with a much healthier look. TCA
peel also help increase the blood flow and circulation, which in turn
stimulates your skin cells allowing them to rejuvenate and build up
collagen and elastic fibers which strengthen the skin.