Chemical Skin Peel Tretment For Acne
March 2, 2009
Acne is one of the skin problems very commonly seen in young and adults. Basically this problem starts from the adolescent stage. It appears on both sensitive and non sensitive skin.
As it appears mostly on the face it becomes a great cause of concern for every person.
Acne appears in the form of black heads, white heads, pimples, lumps etc.
REASONS FOR ACNE
Lack of cleanliness, i.e. not cleaning the skin properly.
Not drinking sufficient water.
Not following proper diet.
Using creams that do not suit one’s skin.
REMEDIES COMMONLY TRIED AND ITS EFFECTS.
This problem is solved by using various homemade remedies like solution, pastes and creams made out of natural fruits, honey etc, but when all these remedies do not show any results then people try to get rid of this problem by using chemical treatments like chemical skin peel.
PROCEDURE FOR CHEMICAL SKIN PEELS.
A light or strong chemical solution is applied on the affected area. This process is continued for few days. In this process on the treated area blisters develop. Over a period the treated skin starts peeling off. After some days the treated skin is totally peeled off and now the skin is replaced by fresh new skin. Through this process the problem is completely treated. In adverse cases where acne is not completely treated, this treatment definitely helps in removing the scars and blemishes caused by acne.
BENEFITS OF CHEMICAL PEEL.
It treats acne by improving the skin pigmentation.
It also makes the skin glow and makes it smooth.
It replaces the skin of scars blemishes with the new skin.
TYPES OF CHEMICAL SOLUTIONS USED
Alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) or glycolic acid peels.
Trichloroacitic acid (TCA).
Phenyl peels.
NATURE OF THE CHEMICALS USED
AHA is the lightest chemical and this chemical treatment needs to be repeated frequently may be for one year.
Phenyl peels are the strongest chemicals and this chemical treatment takes time to heal.
PROS OF CHEMICAL PEEL
It improves the appearance of the skin.
It can reduce the depth and the appearances of the wrinkles.
It removes scars and blemishes.
Excellent treatment for acne
It helps in getting rid of sun spots or sun damages.
CONS OF CHEMICAL PEEL
It may be uncomfortable or painful.
Strong peels take longer time to heel.
Light peels have to be repeated frequently.
Hypo pigmentation of skin.
Increases sun sensitivity and potential scarring.
It may cause irritation, itching, redness or burning sensation.




























