Description
Chemical peels are a method of resurfacing the skin. They induce a controlled wound on the skin, and thereby replace the epidermis, partially or completely depending upon the planned depth. Chemical peels can be classified as very light, light, medium depth and deep. Very light chemical peels remove the topmost layer of the epidermis, namely the stratum corneum, and the upper layers of the stratum spinosum. Usually a series of peels are required to achieve significant results. Very light peels are indicated in comedonal acne, melasma, solar lentigines, and in rejuvenation. Chemical agents used in this level of peeling include 10 - 15% acid (TCA), glycolic acid and salicylic acid. Light chemical peels include 20 - 35%TCA, 70% glycolic acid, and penetrate the entire epidermis. Chemical peels can improve the skin's appearance. In this treatment, a chemical solution is applied to the skin, which makes it "blister" and eventually peel off. The new skin is usually smoother and less wrinkled than the old skin.
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