How do I choose the right chemical peel?

I have trouble understanding all the names and concentrations for chemical facial peel. TCA, AHA peels, Jessner peel, Obagi, etc.  How do you know what's best for the face?

4 answers to “How do I choose the right chemical peel?”

A: Get good chemical peel advice

John P. Di Saia, MD

Hello, The best peel for an individual depends upon goals, preferences, and skin type. You need to have your skin examined to help figure this out.Then a menu of options can be presented for your consideration.

A: The right chemical peel depends on what your goals are...

D.J. Verret, MD

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 irregularities (age spots, melasma), medium depth chemical peels... more

A: First, you have to choose from between: A non-medical...

Erik Austin, DO, MPH

First, you have to choose from between: A non-medical peel, or A higher quality, medical-grade peel Non-medical skin peels – the ultra-light peels, such as a glycolic acid peel – are usually composed of alpha-hydroxy acids and sometimes derived from sugar cane and fruits. Typically, they do not... more

A: Chemical peels are an extremely effective way in which...

Gregory A. Buford, MD

Chemical peels are an extremely effective way in which to not only achieve healthy skin but also maintain it. To choose the most appropriate peeling agent, several factors should be considered, including degree of damage, allowable downtime, and budget. Taking all of these factors into consideration, we can... more

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