Skin peels: Chemical peeling uses a chemical solution, usually it is a combination of one of few acids that helps to improve the skin's appearance. The most common areas to treat with chemical peels are face and hands, although the treatment can be performed on other parts of the body. It is an effective treatment to reduce fine lines, treat sun-damaged skin, pigmentation, treat acne and soften the appearance of acne scarring.
Types of chemical skin peel: At Shine Medical, we use skin peels that are developed and tested by dermatologists to ensure optimal results with maximum safety.
Easy skin peels: Components are Glycolic, Lactic, Mandelic and Phytic acids. This chemical is used on the skin to remove the superficial dead cells from the skin's surface. This treatment is considered fairly light and has minimal recovery time.
Tricloracetic acid (ICA) skin peels: TCA is most commonly used for medium-depth peeling. Fine surface wrinkles, superficial blemishes and pigment problems can all be treated with TCA. The result of a TCA peel is more dramatic than the Easy Phytic Peels, but you will need a course of at least four treatments to get the full benefits
How is the treatment administrated?: The procedure involves a chemical solution that is applied to the skin. The solution causes the top layer and dead cells of the skin to peel off. This usually happens on the third day after the treatment and exfoliation process lasts two to three days. You will be provided with aftercare skin products and the actual treatment takes about 15 minutes.
Possible side effects: Very rarely, you may experience some swelling, especially around the eyes for the first two days, but this will subside quickly. Side effects can be hyper pigmentation and a high-factor sunscreen should be applied to help reduce this potential problem.
Your results: The amount of improvement you will see will depend on the initial conditior of your skin. The new, regenerated skin underneath is usually smoother, less wrinkled and more even in both tone and colour.
Are there any medical exclusions?: You should not have a skin peels if you are pregna or breast feeding, have any type of skin canoe open wounds or infection around the treatmer area or active cold sore. You should fill a medical history prior having a treatment and discuss all your concerns with your practition(
How can I find out if I am a candidate for treatment?: If you would like to find out more about skin peels, or find out what cosmetic treatment will benefit you, please contact us ti arrange free consultation. Visit the website at shinemedical.co.uk.
February 2015 - nottinghamlocalnews.com
