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