AHA Skin Peel

SKIN PEEL

AHA peels. The process of applying an AHA solution should take no more than 10 minutes. Periodic treatments may be needed to achieve the desired result. Some people may be able to achieve the desired result by twice-daily applications of a face wash or cream containing an AHA.

Alpha Hydroxy Acid. skin peel treatment can treat deep wrinkles that were formed as a result of sun exposure or lines and skin wrinkling around the lip and chin areas. The peel helps to correct surface discoloration and blemishes, stimulate cell renewal, improve circulation and rebuild collagen. The layers of dead skin cells will exfoliate in 2-3 days following the peel and subsequently will be replaced with healthier ones.

What Is A Chemical peel?

A chemical peel is the application of an acid to the skin to achieve a controlled burn to the top layers of skin. Chemical peels are used to remove

• fine lines, especially around the mouth
• small scars
• discolorations such as freckles or liver spots
• areas of sun damaged skin and spots

Peels can be applied to the whole face or to an isolated area, such as the upper lip. A full-face peel is usually done as a separate procedure before or after a face lift or eyelid surgery. However, if only a small area is being treated, the peel may be done at the same time as the surgical procedure. Chemical peels cannot be done around the eyes.
The type and concentration of acid controls the depth of the burn used to achieve superficial, medium, and deep peels.

• Superficial peels are produced using alphahydroxy acids (AHA) (glycolic, lactic, and fruit acids). AHA peels are used to treat rough, dry skin and improve texture. These acids can be mixed with a bleaching agent to correct uneven pigmentation.
• Medium peels are most often done using trichloroacetic acid (TCA). TCA peels are used to treat fine wrinkles and superficial blemishes.
• Deep peels are produced using carbolic acid (phenol). It is used to treat coarse wrinkles, blotches caused by sun, birth-control pills, or aging, and precancerous growths. Phenol is almost always used only on the face. It may cause scarring on the neck or other areas of the body.

RM 80.00