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Chemical peels involve applying a chemical solution to the face to improve the appearance of the skin. This is done with acid solutions available in different strengths, suitable for different skin types. However, chemical peels are still a skin care method that directly affects the skin, there are benefits of facial peels and certain side effects to be aware of.
1. What is a chemical peel?
Chemical peels used for peels will be classified into three levels: Mild, moderate and deep. The ingredients in the chemical peel along with how long it stays on the skin will determine the durability, length of stay and the type of skin results to expect.
Some acids are used for only one type of chemical peel, while others can be used for many different types of peels, depending on the concentration used.
Some of the most common acids and their strengths used in chemical peels are as follows:
Mandelic Acid - mild peels; Salicylic acid - mild to moderate peel; Glycolic acid - mild to moderate peel; Jessner's solution - medium peels; Trichloroacetic acid - medium to deep peels; Phenol - deep peel.
2. Features of mild facial peel
2.1 Benefits Mild chemical peels penetrate the top layer of the epidermis, the stratum corneum, to improve the skin's appearance on a superficial level. The right candidate for light chemical peel is when it is necessary to solve small problems with a short recovery time with the following advantages:
Reduce bruises: A mild facial peel can reduce the appearance of small acne lesions on the skin. Low concentrations of salicylic acid are the best peels to treat this particular problem. Brighten Skin: Just one light peel can reduce the appearance of hyperpigmentation such as dark spots or freckles on the skin. A few days after a mild facial peel, skin is also noticed to be cleaner and smoother. Oil control: If you choose a facial peel that contains salicylic acid, your skin will have the added benefit of temporarily curbing the production of less sebum, the type of oily skin that contributes to acne formation. Quick recovery time: A mild facial peel will limit the reddening consequences of the peel as well as possible redness and sensitivity to light in the following days. 2.2 Risks and side effects of mild peels Mild peels are generally less risky than more aggressive chemical peels, and the chance of infection is very low.
However, mild facial peels can also cause side effects including temporary redness, mild peeling, and photosensitivity. Fortunately, this will go away in a few days. However, if the patient has sensitive skin, these side effects may be more obvious.
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3. Average facial peel features
3.1 Benefits The Medium Facial Peel will have a chemical layer that penetrates the papillary dermis, below the epidermis, to treat deeper skin problems that light peels cannot address. .
Suitable subjects for medium facial peels are people who have skin problems like acne scars, melasma, hyperpigmentation or any other different signs of aging and gain benefits as follows:
Reduces acne scars: Medium-strength facial Ppeel will reduce the small or shallow scars that develop from damage from acne. This method is noted to be effective for both plaque scars and can significantly improve skin smoothness. However, moderate facial peels cannot treat deep or keloid scars. Reduces Hyperpigmentation: Sun spots, freckles, melasma and other forms of hyperpigmentation can be treated with a moderate facial peel for better results than a peel. light. At the same time, this method will also help reverse the harmful effects of the sun, so it will give a more youthful appearance. Helps reduce skin wrinkles: Medium peels help reduce wrinkles on the face, especially around the eyes and mouth. For best results, the peel should be repeated every few months. However, a significant change in appearance can be seen quickly after just one treatment.
3.2 Risks and Side Effects Because moderate facial peels introduce chemicals deeper into the skin, there is a higher risk of infection than light peels; however, they are still considered quite safe.
Furthermore, the severity of side effects depends on the strength and duration of the effects of the peel. These include post-peel redness, redness, swelling, scaling, itching, and flaking. However, these side effects usually go away on their own after about 2 weeks.
Sometimes, flaking skin can cause redness that lasts several months. In some cases, they can lighten the skin by removing dark spots, but they can also peel the skin, causing it to darken by triggering post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
On the other hand, a moderate peel can also trigger a flare-up of the herpes virus, which causes herpes. If you have had herpes before, you may be prescribed an antiviral medication before this procedure.
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4. Deep facial peel features
4.1 Benefits A deep facial peel is a chemical peel that penetrates the lower part of the dermis, known as the reticular dermis. The ideal candidate for a peel is when there are skin problems such as dark scars or wrinkles that cannot be treated with lighter peels or other skin resurfacing techniques.
Because of the deep intervention on the surface of the skin, deep facial peels require sedation, long recovery time and risk of complications. However, this method always promises to give impressive results for skin problems related to scarring and sun damage such as:
Improve skin lesions: Wrinkles Wrinkles, crow's feet and age spots can all be reduced or eliminated with a deep facial peel. The peel that penetrates deep into the skin can help remove accumulated damage. Removal of precancerous growths: In addition to being performed primarily for cosmetic purposes, deep peels can also be used for therapeutic purposes to remove precancerous masses on the skin. Reduce Dark Scars: Although deep peels can reduce acne scarring, acne peels are not the most appropriate target for this skin problem. The reason is that there may be potential for permanent skin changes later on. Instead, other treatments are recommended such as laser therapy and microdermabrasion, which provide similar results with fewer side effects and risks without post-procedural skin sensitization. 4.2 Risks and Side Effects After a deep peel is performed, most patients will experience severe burning, stinging, redness, and swelling. Sometimes the eyelids can also swell and appear cystic acne and white spots on the skin.
2 weeks after the procedure, new skin will be exposed and complete covering the treatment area. This new skin will be sensitive to sunlight and may be temporarily darker or lighter in color than its natural skin tone.
On the other hand, deep facial peels use chemical peels to penetrate deep into the subcutaneous layers, which will have the highest risk of infection for the patient. At this point, the new skin will become more sensitive to the sun and may lose most of its resistance to the sun. Therefore, the skin after peeling must be regularly applied sunscreen for life.
On the contrary, due to the risk of permanent skin discoloration, deep peeling methods are not recommended for people with dark skin.
In summary, chemical peels are effective in improving the appearance of the skin by reducing acne scars, hyperpigmentation, fine lines and wrinkles. Whether choosing a light, medium, or deep peel depends on the severity of the skin problem you want to address, it is always important to consult a dermatologist to determine whether Is the peel suitable for your skin characteristics? At the same time, understanding the benefits of chemical peel options will help to feel more effective and reduce anxiety when encountering the risk of unwanted side effects.
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