Do face peels contain natural chemicals?

I am looking for a natural skin care alternative to Botox. Is a chemical peel made from natural chemicals or manufactured ingredients?

2 answers to “Do face peels contain natural chemicals?”

A: Natural skincare starts with basic care and maintenance

Houtan Chaboki, MD

Don't jump to Botox Cosmetic or a chemical peel before starting with the skin basics. Other skin care methods such as cleansing, moisturizing, exfoliating, and toning come after these initial basics are implemented.  Sun Protection Even the little bits of sun exposure during routine daily activities (ie.... more

A: Chemical peels are natural

Shawn Allen, MD

Just remember that glycolic acid, the most common peel, is derived from sugar cane.  Lactobionic and lactic acid peels are from milk sugar (lactose) and there are many other fruit sugars that are used for chemical peeling.  The key is to find an acid with a low enough ph to disrupt the chemical... more

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