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Since ancient times people have been trying to improve and rejuvenate the skin. It has been recorded in ancient Egypt that chemexfoliation also known as chemical peel, were used. Lactic Acid, which is an active ingredient of milk that has gone sour was used by noble people as a skin rejuvenation therapy. Later in the middle ages old wine with the active ingredient tartaric acid was used.
Today’s chemical peel treatment contains alpha hydroxy acids; these active ingredients are used for skin exfoliation.
Basically chemical peel is accelerated exfoliation, or in other terms skin damage which is induced by caustic agents causing controlled damage to the skin. This results in release of inflammatory mediators and cytokines. The epidermis is thickened as a result, and it reorganizes structural elements, disposition of collagen, and an increase in the dermal volume. The new dermal connective tissue is reoriented. The final result is improved dermal connective tissue, and improved skin tone and appearance.
Today there are various chemicals that are used to treat specific conditions; this must be discussed with your cosmetic surgeon who will advise on the best testament for your specific condition.
Chemical peels are used to treat the neck, face, or hands for instance:
- To reduce fine lines around the mouth and the eyes.
- Sun damage skin that has wrinkled.
- Hereditary factors and aging skin.
- Age spots.
- Mild scaring is improved.
- Acne and acne scaring, dependant on severity
- Dark patches as a result of pregnancy or taking birth control pills
- Freckles on the face, arms and hands
- Skin that is dull in color and texture is improved.
- Sun damaged skin that may be pre-cancerous keratoses. After successful treatment, repeat new pre-cancerous lesions are reduced.
Chemical peel is used for mild to moderate conditions do not expect a chemical peel to be successful on bulges, sags, and severe wrinkles. These conditions require different kinds of cosmetic procedure, and more likely to be corrected with any of the following:
- A face lift
- Brow lift
- Eyelid lift
- Soft tissue filler – collagen or fat
- Carbon dioxide laser re-surfacing
In consultation with a qualified cosmetic surgeon, you will be advised which is the best treatment chemical peel or any other procedure, be guided by your cosmetic surgeon, he or she is best qualified to guide you on the right course.
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Very nice post,i absolutely love this blog
Chemical Peels may be dangerous specially if you use those high concentrations of Glycolic Acid.;*.