Chemical Peels FAQ
Chemical Peels FAQ
How Do Chemical Peels Work?
Chemical peels use solutions to peel away the top layers of your skin, revealing new, fresher and smoother skin. We offer several types of peels, ranging from light “lunch hour” peels designed to provide subtle results with less recovery time to deep peels that provide dramatic results but that take longer to heal.
What Do Chemical Peels Treat?
All chemical peels reduce fine lines, wrinkles, pore size, scars, age spots and other signs of premature aging. However, the results will depend on the type of peel performed. Light or medium peels usually require several subsequent procedures for more long-lasting results.
What Are Chemical Peel Treatments Like?
Chemical peel treatments are performed on an out-patient basis in our office in Colleyville, TX. We will cleanse the treatment areas and then apply the chemical solution. A slight burning sensation is felt for a short period of time, but the solution also works as a mild anesthetic. The depth of the peel will depend on the type of peel decided upon (light, medium or deep), but all peels reveal new, fresher, more youthful skin.
Does It Hurt and What Can Go Wrong?
Chemical Peels are normally a safe procedure. However, as with any medical procedure, they have some potential risks and complications. Rarely, any peel can lead to uneven skin pigmentation, blotching, infection or scarring. The greatest risk for this unevenness occurs with over-exposure to the sun. Sun screen is a must with sun exposure.
What Should I Expect from Chemical Peels Treatment?
The results of a chemical peel will depend on the type of peel that was performed. A light peel will have more subtle results, which will become more visible the more times you have the peel done. Most people immediately see more vibrant, younger-looking skin. Medium peels will show greater results than light peels, and deep peels show the most dramatic results.
Small flakes or scabs may form to protect the new skin, but are usually easily removed gently with soap and water (we may prescribe healing ointment for use after cleansing your skin). Some people may experience abnormal itching, swelling or tingling.
Recovery time also depends on the type of peel performed. Deep peels take weeks to heal and require some bandaging and refraining from strenuous activity. While medium peels may require you to take it easy for a few weeks, bandages are not normally needed. Light peels provide the quickest healing time.
For more information about Chemical Peels, we encourage you to call to schedule an in-office consultation.
