What Is a Chemical Peel?
A chemical peel is a skin-renewing procedure that uses a safe, exfoliating solution to remove the outer layer of dead or damaged skin. This process encourages healthy new skin cells to emerge, revealing a smoother, brighter, and more even complexion.Chemical peels are classified as superficial, medium, or deep, depending on how deeply the solution penetrates the skin.
Why Consider a Chemical Peel?
Chemical peels help remove damaged skin cells and stimulate new cell growth, improving your skin’s overall texture and appearance. Glytone Peels, for example, can address a range of skin concerns, including:
- Acne and acne scars
- Signs of aging
- Hyperpigmentation and sun damage
- Uneven skin tone and rough texture
Peels can be used on the face as well as other areas like the neck, chest, hands, back, or around the eyes. Each non-invasive treatment also supports collagen production and resurfacing for healthier, more radiant skin.
Types of Chemical Peels
Superficial Peels (Light Peels):
These gentle peels treat only the top layer of skin (the epidermis). They help smooth fine lines, unclog pores, treat mild acne, fade dark spots, and improve skin hydration. Superficial peels can be done as an in-office maintenance treatment as often as every 2 to 5 weeks.
Medium-Depth Peels:
Medium peels reach the epidermis and part of the dermis, the deeper layer of skin. These are ideal for addressing more pronounced wrinkles, acne scars, and uneven skin tone. Because they penetrate deeper, they should only be performed by a licensed aesthetician or dermatologist. Medium peels are often done in a series and may be repeated every 3 to 9 months.
Deep Peels:
Deep peels penetrate the mid to lower dermis and target moderate to severe wrinkles, scars, and advanced sun damage. Deep chemical peels can only be performed by a dermatologist. They produce dramatic, long-lasting results, but unlike lighter peels, they should not be repeated frequently.
Benefits of Chemical Peels
- Smoother, more even skin texture
- Brighter, healthier-looking complexion
- Diminished fine lines and wrinkles
- Faded acne scars, sun damage, and dark spots
- Improved collagen production and skin firmness