Chemical peel Q & A
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Answers (sorted by helpful votes)| D.J. Verret, MD |  |
Correcting scars from peeling skin after a chemical peel
Greetings Angela,
I would certainly echo the sentiments of Drs. Shelton and Sorokin. Right now, time is your best friend. As Dr. Shelton pointed out if your problems are caused by pigment irregularities, which do occur after chemical peels, they... more
| Richard W. Westreich, MD |  |
What's the best minimally-invasive treatment for hyperpigmentation caused by chemical peels?
Two weeks after a chemical peel is a very short period of time in relation to healing. The first thing I would recommend is patience in terms of the color variation. You should be using a sun block of at least SPF 30 during this time. Most... more
| Ronald Shelton, MD |  |
Can chemical peels be done on the neck and chest areas?
Yes, but it must be of a superficial strength o more
| D.J. Verret, MD | |
What are potential chemical peel side effects?
As with any procedure, there are risks. Risks are dependent on the type of chemical used and the medical condition of the patient. For most over the counter superficial peels, risks are minimal.
For deeper peels, such as TCA and phenol, rewards... more
| D.J. Verret, MD | |
Is a chemical peel painful?
Chemical peels generally are not that painful.
Superficial chemical peels such as those bought 'over the counter' or those administered in spa environments just treat the outer layer of skin and may produce a light burning sensation at worst... more
| D.J. Verret, MD | |
Chemical peel - does it work for hyperpigmentation?
Absolutely! TCA or deeper chemical peels do very well to treat hyperpigmentation. Great care should be taken though as pigment irregularities and scarring can occur if not done by an experienced clinician with close follow-up.
After a chemical... more
| Virginia Cao |
Chemical peel - are there natural skin care alternatives?
There is no doubt that AHA/BHA peels can produce some pretty amazing results however there are some natural fruit-based peels (which I call "treatment peels" in my practice) that can also offer great results as well.
These are the... more
| Virginia Cao |
Can I do a chemical peel at home?
The answer to this question is: yes, but with some disclaimers attached!
With the craze of using chemical acids in skin care, came the formulation of a multitude of home-care products with AHA/BHA's in them (cleansers, moisturizers, toners and... more
| D.J. Verret, MD | |
How do I choose the right chemical peel for me?
The right chemical peel depends on what your goals are for your skin. Chemical peels differ in the depth of penetration.
For instance, if the goal of the peel is simply to exfoliate the skin, a superficial chemical peel can be used. For pigment... more
| Erik Austin, DO, MPH |  |
What is the recovery time for chemical peels?
If you have a non-medical peel (such as a glycolic acid peel), there is virtually no recovery time needed. The same is true for a superficial medical-grade peel, such as a salicylic acid peel. However, there is down-time or recovery time... more
| Debbie Friant, PA-C |  |
Can chemical peels or exfoliation cause my skin to become thin?
Well, I think that if you’re too aggressive on your skin it’s going to be irritated. It does not physically thin the skin.
In fact, good exfoliation will thicken up the outer layers of the skin. Not the dead skin cells that are on... more
| Tahl Humes, M.D. |  |
How often do I have to get a chemical peel to maintain the results?
Light chemical peels are usually recommended monthly, with deeper peels every 3 to 12 months, depending on the patient’s skin
Chemical Peels range anywhere from $80 -$400 per treatment more
| Sam Dhatt |  |
What is AHA and how does it work?
Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHA’s) work by releasing the “intercellular glue” which hold skin cells together, allowing the newly released cells to “slough off”. This activity stimulates or speeds up the cellular turnover... more
Can I get a chemical peel for scars on my back?
Q: Can you use a chemical peel for white scarring on the back? more
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