Chemical Peel: Q&A
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I've had no peeling (no results) after having a beta lift chemical peel. Today is the 3rd day. Is this normal? I have oily/acne prone skin.
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rose01
in USA
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Yes, peeling from salicylic acid peels is variable
By "beta lift" I am assuming that you had a salicylic acid chemical peel. Peeling is highly variable after salicylic acid peels in particular because it is such a light peel.
A lot of patients with oily complexions in particular tend to peel less than individuals with dry skin. Peeling generally occurs between days 3-5. If you are going to peel at all, it will have occurred by day 5.
Good luck!
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Chemical Peels without the Peel - ok
Although we do we call a salicyclic acid or beta hydroxy peel and glycolic acid peel a "peel," it is not necessary to see skin peeling for it to be effective. The light chemical peels or lunch time peels are designed to have minimum to no downtime and may produce mild redness and some flaking but not over peeling like you would see with a 25 to 30% TCA peel.
Our patients like the effect of these peels and see improvement of the pigmentation of the skin, textures and even mild...
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Fairfax Dermatologic Surgeon
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It is too soon to see any flaking
The flaking after a beta peel comes about 5-7 days later. Because it is very mild, some patients don't see much flaking at all each time. That is why a series of 3-5 beta peels is usually needed. Be patient and plan on doing one every 2 weeks until you get the desired effect.
Sincerely,
Dr. David Hansen
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The beta-lift chemical peel is one of my favorites for a light peel
The Beta-Lift chemical peel is a salicylic acid peel and it comes it 2 strengths: 2/0 and 3/0. These peels are classified as superficial peels and will not result in a lot of peeling. If your intention is to control acne, these peels should work well.
Even if you do not get any peeling, the solution enters the pores and is very anti-inflammatory. Studies show that the "anti-acne" effect last about a month, so in the beginning, repeated treatments are necessary.
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You Get Results From A Chemical Peel Without Actually Peeling.
Although we do call chemical exfoliation a chemical "peel," it is not necessary for your skin to actually peel for it to be effective. Light chemical peels are designed to have minimum to no downtime and may produce mild redness and some flaking.
The goal of a chemical peel is to smooth and improve the texture of the skin by lifting and removing dead skin cells by using blends of active ingredients. How a person reacts to these topical solutions can differ from person to person.
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No visible peel can be quite normal
Beta peels and other lunchtime peels may not cause a lot of visible peeling but will still help. The proof will be how your skin looks in 7-10 days.
Your doctor can make adjustments in the second of your series (most people get 3-6 over 4-6 months). How the skin is prepped and the amount of acid applied are just two of the many ways to vary the aggressiveness of light peels.
These answers are for educational purposes and should not be relied upon as a substitute for medical advice you may receive from your physician. If you have a medical emergency, please call 911. These answers do not constitute or initiate a patient/doctor relationship.
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