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Chemical Peel for Hyperpigmentation
Do chemical peels treat hyperpigmentation? What care should be taken when doing chemical peels for that condition?
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Absolutely! TCA or deeper chemical peels do very well to...
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 peel, it is very important to keep the area moist until the outer layer of skin has regenerated. Watch for evidence of infection and cold sores as these can cause scarring if not treated appropriately.
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Chemical Peels are Great for Hyperpigmentation
Chemical peels are an excellent choice for the treatment of hyperpigmentation. There are many different kinds of chemical peels that are specifically formulated to help help even out the overall skin tone. One of them is a TCA peel that will treat hyperpigmintation, fine lines an wrinkles, while leaving the skin hydrated. Care should be taken with ethnic clients and post treatment skin care can minimize post inflamatory pigmentation.
Fayetteville Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Chemical peels can be a fabulous approach to helping hyperpigmentation. Superficial peels can be done once a month, depending on the severity of your pigmentation. Unfortunately, I cannot tell you how many months of treatment you will need, but in general they are great for your skin. It’s a wonderful, healthy way to rejuvenate and bring out the new skin cells that will make you “glow”. In addition after you have the procedure be sure to stay out of the sun and wear...
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Chemical peels for hyperpigmentation
Chemical peels are an excellent choice for the treatment of hyperpigmentation. That being said, make sure you are working with a professional who is experienced in treating your skin type, especially if you have dark skin, and who can manage any underlying skin conditions you may have. As board-certified dermatologists are the experts with respect to skin conditions, that would be your best choice. Of course, wear sunscreen and avoid sun exposure after any chemical peel. As far as other...
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Chemical peels are an excellent treatment for hyperpigmentation
Chemical peels are an excellent treatment for hyperpigmentation. In fact, I prefer chemical peels over any kind of laser treatment for management of hyperpigmentation alone. This can be done using a more gradual approach, with a series of “light” chemical peels (generally, in my practice, this is a combination of glycolic acid, salicylic acid, kogic acid, Jessner’s solution, hydroquinone, and resourcinal) or a more aggressive type of peel, known as trichloroacetic acid...
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Melasma treatment with chemical peels
Chemical peels belong to a broad class of treatments used to treat melasma. A chemical peel does not work alone to treat melasma, but does in combination with topical and laser treatments.
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Chemical peels, hyperpigmentation
I use peels on many of my patients who are undergoing facial surgery. I feel that if a patient is going to invest time and money in looking rejuvenated, their efforts should also be directed to getting the skin in the best shape possible. This starts with a high quality doctor prescribed skin care program that I personally design for each patient. I take into account the patient's skin type and their goals. After four to six weeks of pre-conditioning, a peel is performed. The type of...
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Peels are excellent for hyperpigmentation with a plus
Chemical peels are one of the most effective treatments for melasma and other forms of skin darkening including "age spots" and freckiling. The added plus is that they will improve skin texture as well. They build up collagen and elastic fibers in the deeper layers of the skin while evening out pigmentation on the surface. They are relatively inexpxensive for all that they do for the skin, but must be done by someone with extensive experience. A...
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Chemical Peels treatments are great for Hyperpigmentation
Hyperpigmentation occurs on all skin types and all age levels. Depending in what area you want treated. One of my favorite peels for Hyperpigmentation is the Tricholoracetic Acid (TCA). It's a medium-depth, self -neutralizing peel.
However, when going through this peel it's recommended to use good Broad Spectrum UVA, UVB Sun Protection daily.
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ViPeel helpful for hyperpigmentation
My current favorite is the ViPeel because downtime is minimal and my patients are happy with their results. Be sure to minimize sun exposure after your peel. If your skin tends to darken in response to pimples or scratches, you may be able to avoid darkness by starting topical hydroquinone a week before your...
Austin Dermatologist
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Chemical peels can treat hyperpigmentations
Chemical peels can treat hyperpigmentation but this depends on the age of the pigmentation. An asessment would be required. There is many different types of peel available and speaking with an experienced doctor or nurse is highly recommended. Serial treatments are generally required.
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TCA peels can work quite well for skin discoloration
Hello,
As long as the strength and exact application are matched well to your skin type, TCA peels can work quite well for skin discoloration. Facial skin treatments need to be fine tuned in after care as well for some patients with particularly sensitive skin. Treatments that work well for some patients are not best for others.
Best Regards,
John Di Saia MD
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Chemical Peels Work Well for Hyperpigmentation
Chemical peels have a very long, proven track record for helping to fade or eliminate irregular skin staining and dark patches from photoaging (overexposure to the sun through the years) and for bleaching postinflammatory hyperpigmentation (the troubling brown discolorations left on the skin after acne, rosacea and other skin inflammations heal). In addition, chemical peels can impart increased luster and glow to the skin, freshen a sallow complexion, temporarily tighten pores, and...
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Chemical peels and hyperpigmentation
Chemical peels are an effective treatment for hyperpigmentation. They come in a variety of strengths depending on what type of acid and concentration that is used to slough off the top layer of skin. Some considerations used in deciding what type of peel/post peel care that would be best for a patient include the condition being treated, sensitivity of the patient's skin, and the patient's skin type. Darker skin types and those with sensitive skin may need a series of lighter...
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Chemical Peel for Dark Spots & Hyperpigmentation
Chemical peels are a good option for skin hyperpigmentation or dark spots, in addition to sun block and sun avoidance. TCA, glycolic acid, fruit acid, and Jessner are some types of chemical peels. Other treatments include tretinoin, hydroquinone, and various other skin brighteners. Chemical peel patients must strictly follow the guidelines of their physician for a optimal recovery. Speak to a skin care specialists, dermatologist, or plastic surgeon to help determine appropriate options for you.
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Chemical Peels excellent choice for Hyperpigmentation
Chemical Peels are a great treatment option to decrease increased color (hyperpigmentation) associated with sun damage, aging, melasma, acne and many ohter causes.
The advantage of chemical peels are their flexibility. Think of chemical peeling as an art--- We use a number of different chemical agents and with varying concentrations to achieve the results patients desire while respecting their need for downtime. Chemical commonlyl used include Glycolic Acid, Jessner Soluton,...
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Chemical Peels for Hyperpigmentation
Hi there-
Chemical Peels are great for treating hyperpigmentation.
Depending on the type of chemical peel you are having, and the severity of your pigment problem, a series of treatments may be necessary to achieve your goals.
Using at least an SPF 30 daily and avoiding long periods of time in the sun is critical to help achieve your desired results-- otherwise your hyperigmentation can become darker instead of lighter.
This is important not only while having chemical peel treatments, but...
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Chemical Peels for Hyperpigmentation
The answer to your questions depends on the type of hyperpigmentation. If the hyperpigmentation is Melasma, then it is unlikely that any chemical peel is going to help as Melasma is most often a dermal (lower layer) skin condition.
If your hyperpigmentation is sun related then deep TCA or phenol peels may do well at getting rid of it. While this is true, the pigmentation can be much more easily removed with q-switched laser treatments that are much less expensive and do not have the...
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Chemical peels for pigmentation
Various chemical peels including glycolic acid and trichloroacetic acid can be beneficial in reducing hyperpigmentation. Glycolic acid peels are typically applied every 3-4 weeks, for a series of 4-6 peels and with little down time. Trichloroacetic acid is deeper, and may be more effective, but with more discomfort and downtime. Sun protection after peeling is critical to great results.
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