There are many ways to restore youth to the skin in your face. Whether immersing your face in ice-cold water or doing DIY facial routines at home using substances like turmeric or aloe vera, the struggle for soft, glowy, and smooth skin is a universal need. For this reason, specialists at Freya’s Lair, a leading Aesthetic Medical Spa in Albuquerque, offer chemical peels to patients who want to rejuvenate the appearance of their faces.
What are chemical peels?
A chemical peel is a popular cosmetic procedure that helps restore youth to the skin by eliminating fine lines, wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, and black spots. If you want to get rid of signs of aging, scheduling a chemical peel session with a dermatologist is the best bet.
What to expect during a chemical peel appointment
A chemical peel procedure is usually straightforward. A dermatologist will apply a specific solution onto the skin in your face. The solution will depend on your concerns and the results you hope to achieve after the procedure. Moreover, your doctor will also consider skin type and underlying skin conditions before settling on a specific chemical solution.
Upon application, the chemical solution will eliminate the top layer of your skin. Usually the top layer is the one that is damaged, and peeling it will reveal a healthy layer that is of even texture.
What are the different types of chemical peels?
If you are considering a chemical peel procedure, your dermatologist needs to study the severity of your skin condition and discuss with you the results you hope to achieve first. These steps are vital in helping your doctor recommend the ideal type of chemical peel. The three main types of chemical peels include:
- Light chemical peel
This treatment offers a light exfoliation of the skin using mild chemical agents by peeling off the epidermis, which is the topmost layer of the skin. The best candidates for a light chemical peel include patients who want to eliminate fine lines, hyperpigmentation, or acne. This treatment is also perfect for those wishing to even their skin tone.
- Medium chemical peel
This type of treatment is slightly more intense than a light chemical peel. A medium chemical peel will peel off the topmost layer of the skin and the top layer of the dermis. If you want dramatic results from a medium chemical peel, you may need several treatments that will help eliminate your wrinkles, acne scars, and uneven skin tone.
- Deep chemical peel
This treatment is the most intense chemical peel as it removes the epidermis and the two top layers of the dermis. Your dermatologist will apply local anesthesia to your skin to minimize pain and discomfort during the treatment. A deep chemical peel will help to eliminate deeper wrinkles and scars. Patients with precancerous skin larches may also benefit from this intense peel. The great thing about treatment is that results last a long time, up to ten years. Therefore, repeated treatments are not necessary.
Treating wrinkles, uneven skin tone, and hyperpigmentation can dramatically change the way you look. Contact Freya’s Lair if you have skin concerns, to determine which chemical peel treatment can help restore youth to your skin.
