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What are Chemical Peels?
   Chemical Peels resurface the top layers of skin
   New skin emerges as the old is removed by the chemical application
   Collagen growth is induced
The phrase 'chemical peel' is widely used to refer to a category of treatments which use chemicals to remove the upper layers of the skin. During a chemical peel nothing is actually 'peeling'. There are peels which can essentially remove the entire surface of the skin, as CO2 or Erbium laser resurfacing might. Those deepest of peels have been, in my opinion, largely replaced by lasers as lasers have a more predictable result.

Type of Peels

The most popular peels are the alpha hydroxyl acid peels and salicylic acid peel, both of which can be very effective superficially and have a relatively low risk of potential side effects.

Trichloroacetic acid (TCA) peels are another type of peel that, depending on the concentration, may be a deep or superficial peel which also removes the surface of the skin and allows new skin to come back and heal over in its place.

Phenol peels are usually the deepest form of chemical peeling that can be performed. These peels have a very high risk of side effects, including cardiac risks.

Results

With most chemical peels you get a general superficial resurfacing of the skin, improvement in acne and acne scarring, as well as a stimulation of collagen development.

Consult with a Physician

Schedule a consultation with an experienced physician to learn more about possible treatment options, and to discuss your specific case.

For information about treatment for aged skin, see: Laser Treatment, Injectables Comparison, Choosing Your Doctor
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Last Modified: September 10, 2007

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The information contained in the above article is purely for educational purposes and is not intended to provide any medical advice. Always consult with your physician before having any medical procedure performed.
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