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How Long Before You See Final Results from Glycolic Peel?

I had a glycolic peel. Will my skin carry on improving days later?

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5 Doctor Answers | Asked by letty in north wales
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It takes a series to see true results from chemical peels

I have personally done over 1,500 chemical peels. Superficial peels like glycolic acid peels always take a series to get the full effect. I usually have my patients come every 2 weeks for a series of 6 peels. Over that time, there were be great improvement in skin texture and tone (decrease in discoloration) as well as a nice glow to skin will noticeable. I hope that helps!
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Glycolic Peel Results

Yes. You will continue to see results from having a glycolic peel days later. You should notice improved radiance right after and it will continue to last for a couple weeks. It is best to do a series of peels to get optimal results. I typically recommend every 2 to 4 weeks for a series of 6 peels.
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Final Results from Glycolic Peel

It will depend on the objectives of the peel, but significant improvement is not expected until you complete a series of peels. Generally 6 peels spaced between 2 - 4 weeks.

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Multiple gylcolic acid peels work best

This is a case where more is better. The more peels you do, the better the results. It certainly takes a series of gylcolic acid peels to see initial results, as gylcolic acid is considered part of the group of light peeling agents. Glycolic acid is an α-hydroxy acid, a naturally occurring acid found in sugar cane and fruits. It typically causes a more gentle peel, which many patients prefer, as the peels require less healing time and are quite tolerable. ... more
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Numerous glycolic acid peels necessary for clinical improvement

Glycolic acid peels 30% to 70% are commonly performed by aesthetician. This can be helpful as part of acne or melasma treatment under the supervision of a board-certified dermatologist. While there is minimal downtime in the hands of an experienced clinical aesthetician, it may take 10 to 20 treatments before one can perceive a significant difference in texture of the skin. If one has a higher expectation of greater clinical improvement for fine lines, acne scarring and/or sun damage, one... more
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