Chemical Peels
Peels bring about a controlled wound to the skin, to replace part or all of the epidermis. Simply put chemical Peels are primarily acids that are applied topically to remove outer layer of the skin & may be advised or opted for the following reasons :
- Improve Texture of the skin
- De-aging
- Correction of Hyperpigmentation
- Correction of Mild Wrinkling
- Treatment of Acne
- Treatment of Rosacea
- Treatment of Melasma
Categorization
Based on the depth of the skin the peels act, peels broadly come under:
- Superficial Peels:
- Medium Peels
- Deep Peels
Superficial Peels
Sr No | Chemical Peel Type | Example |
|---|---|---|
1 | Alpha Hydroxy Peels | Lactic Acid, Glycolic Acid |
2 | Beta Hydroxy Peels | Salicylic Acid |
3 | TCA (Trichloroacetic Acid) | TCA upto 20% |
4 | Blended Peels | Jessner’s Peel / mandelic peel |
5 | Retinoids | Retinoic Acid , retinol
(commonly called as yellow peel) |
Glycolic Acid Peel ( Lunchtime Peel)
- Acne
- Photodamage
- Rosacea
- Hyperpigmentation Diorders
- Actinic Keratoses
- Fine Wrinkles
- Melasma
Salicylic Acid Peel( Sali Peel)
- Acne
- Freckles
- Pigmentation
- Age Changes
- Mild-Moderate Photodamage
- Surface Roughness
- Reduction in Fine Lines
- Melasma
Lactic Acid Peel
- Anti-Aging Benefits
- Moisturizing Benefits
- Improvement in firmness & thickness
- Improves in skin texture
Pyruvic Acid Peel
- Active Acne
- Oily Skin
- Mild Acne Scars
- Flat Warts
- Mild to moderate photo aging
- Melasma
TCA
- Correction of fine wrinkles
- Skin smoothness & Healthy Appearance
Jessner's Peel
- Acne
- Melasma
- Postinflammatory Hyperpigmentation
- Photodamage