CHEMICAL PEELS/FACIALS
WHAT IS IT?
A chemical peel is a skin-resurfacing procedure in which a chemical solution is applied to the skin to remove the top layers. The skin that grows back after a chemical peel is smoother and younger looking. Chemical peels are used to treat wrinkles, skin discolouration and scars. Typically, on the face. A chemical peel can be done alone or in combination with other cosmetic procedures. Chemical peels can be done at different depths, light, medium or deep- depending on your desired results. Each type of chemical peel uses a different chemical solution. Deeper chemical peels produce more dramatic results., but also involve longer recovery times.
WHO BENEFITS THE MOST FROM THIS SERVICE?
Light Chemical Peel- A light superficial chemical peel removes the outer layer of skin (epidermis). It can be used to treat fine wrinkles, acne, uneven skin and dryness. You might have a light chemical peel as often as every tow to five wees-depending on your desired results.
Medium Chemical Peel- This type of chemical peels removes skin cells from the epidermis and from portions of the upper part of your middle layer of skin (dermis). A medium chemical peel can treat wrinkles, acne scars and uneven skin tone. You might repeat a medium chemical peel after three to nine months to maintain results.
Deep Chemical Peel- A deep peel removes skin cells from the epidermis and from portions of the mid to lower layer of your dermis. If you have deep wrinkles, scars or precancerous growth. A deep chemical peel can only be performed once.
WHAT TO EXPECT OVERALL?
After a chemical peel depending on the peel that is performed. Patients can expect to see glowing skin, slight redness, possible peeling, sandpaper like texture, itching, heat, possible burning sensation on the skin for more aggressive peels. Skin could possibly purge out more bacteria to remove from under the surface. Sometimes the skin needs to get worse before it gets better. Taking the time to assess the skin is an important step to making sure you and your health care provider decide on the correct chemical peel.
Contact us.
medspa@theclinicatbeverlyhills.com
(647) 967-3233
33 Beverly Hills Drive
Toronto, ON M3L 1A2