Among the many cosmetic treatments available nowadays, chemical peels are one that beauty enthusiasts look for the most.
A chemical peel is a procedure in which a chemical solution is applied to the skin to remove the top layers. After that, the skin will be stimulated to grow back smoother and new, improving many conditions that may have been present before.
In general, chemical peels are used to treat wrinkles, discolored skin, and scars, mainly when located on the face. A reliable professional can offer the treatment alone or combined with other cosmetic procedures.
The chemical peel can be for everyone, as it can be done at different depths, from light to deep. Deeper chemical peels offer more-dramatic results but also take longer to recover from. If that is the case, using highly hydrating products like hyaluronic acid serums can help in the healing process.
In light or medium peels, it may be necessary to repeat the procedure more than once to get the desired results, but the side effect is also lighter.
To perform chemical peels, chemical solutions are needed, and they are usually based on glycolic acid, trichloroacetic acid, salicylic acid, lactic acid, or carbolic acid (phenol). The different types of chemicals cause a controlled injury, which is how they promote skin regrowth, each penetrating through to a further skin depth, then peeling away to reveal a new layer of skin.
In conclusion, when done correctly, a chemical peel is safe and effective, providing the sensation of new skin and solving many problems that may be visible and cause discomfort.
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About the Author: MSci Maísa Melo is a Pharmacist and a current PhD student in cosmetic technology, from São Paulo, Brazil. She has earned her master’s degree from the University of São Paulo and has been involved with the development, stability, safety and efficacy of cosmetics since 2013. She has specialized in the clinical efficacy of cosmetics by biophysical and skin imaging techniques as well as the use of alternative models to animal testing. Her research work has been published in several scientific journals and book chapters from the field.
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