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Chemical Peel                                                                 Important
Chemical peels are used to remove the top layer of dead skin from the facial area. They are especially helpful for those individuals who suffer from skin problems like acne, dark pigmentation, blotchy looking skin, and dull looking skin.

During the treatment, a product that contains acid is applied to your skin. The purpose is to remove the outer surface layer of the skin. Over the next few days or weeks, the surface skin will slough off and flake away, and new, healthy skin will takes its place. The new skin will have fewer acne blemishes, and less noticeable acne scars. It will also be smoother, and have fewer lines and wrinkles.

In many cases, maintenance is required. The effects of the treatment aren't usually permanent. In several months, you might find you need to return to your dermatologist or plastic surgeon for another treatment. Or you could ask your doctor to recommend a good at-home treatment that will help you maintain your results.

Cost and Recovery Time

You can opt for a peel in a variety of price ranges. A light peel can cost between £100 and £150. A medium peel costs about £500 to £1000. And a deep peel can cost anywhere from £1000to £2500 or more. However, while a medium or deep peel might have more noticeable results, even a light peel can work wonders on acne and acne scars.

Another benefit of a light peel is the short recovery time. You can return to business as usually almost immediately after you have had the procedure. On the other hand, those who have had a deep peel are advised to stay home and rest for about two weeks after their treatment.

Possible Side Effects

Those who have light or medium peels usually experience mild side effects. These can include redness, dryness, stinging, flaking and, in some cases, minor swelling.

Those who have had deep peels will probably have to deal with more severe swelling. They will also experience more pain. However, their doctor will give them pain medication to help ease the discomfort.

There are many effective treatments for those who have acne or acne scarring. And you might find a chemical peel for acne to be a promising option.

 
The other main procedure for skin resurfacing are:-
    Microdermabrasion
    Fraxel®
    Intense Pulsed Light Therapy (IPL)
    Radio Frequency Skin Tightening

 

 

 

 


Author: Cavyl Stewart