Many people are looking for a simple way to improve their skin without surgery or a facelift. Aging and sun-damaged skin may develop redness, blemishes, facial veins and pigment, deep wrinkles, cancerous or precancerous lesions or spotting. Its important to have an Esthetician or dermatologist look at your skin to evaluate your needs. This procedure uses a chemical solution, usually an acid, to ‘peel’ away the top layers of the epidermis in order to improve conditions such as acne, irregular pigmentation or wrinkles.

Chemical peels have been in use for a number of years and are a highly popular way to improve the texture and look of skin.

Over half a million people have a session performed each year. There are a wide variety of peels available, each with its own unique benefits as well as risks.

Often patients will hear of a treatment and become interested in it. However the best thing to do if you are looking to improve your skin is consult with an expert in skin care who has access to all of the available treatments now in use. It is very difficult to know, as a patient, if a particular treatment will deliver the results you are looking for.

Side Effects

For a few days after treatment, your skin will look slightly reddened, and it may peel a bit. It will also be dry--a side effect that can be relieved with a moisturizer. You’ll need to wear a sunscreen for several weeks, as your skin will be more vulnerable than usual to sunburn.

As with all peels, certain people--particularly those using the acne drug Accutane or those with active cold sores--should not have this particular skin-rejuvenation treatment. Working togetether will help ensure not only that you’re a candidate for a peel, but also that you’ll receive safe and effective care.