Chemical peeling is basically an accelerated form of exfoliation induced by the use of chemical agent. The chemical used in Chemical peeling is a mild acid that sloughs away the superficial dead skin layers. Chemical peeling is a safe, quick and effective treatment to uncover the hidden, younger, fresher skin provided by an experienced doctor. The Chemical peeling for acne treatment in Lahore procedure requires skill and experience at the doctors’ end that can anticipate the ultimate outcome of an acid application on a particular patient so as not to burn or damage the skin.

At Cosmetique®, our skilled best dermatologists in Lahore have helped thousands of patients for over a decade, both in USA and in Lahore, using this technique of Chemical peeling. Minor pigmentary flaws, fine lines, open pores and skin dullness can be taken care of by the controlled and timed application of certain chemical agent. Also, dark pigmentation on knees, elbows, back of hands and feet and also neck can be said a good bye to by this Chemical peeling technique.

• The light chemical peels target superficial age spots and fine lines.
• The medium chemical peels eliminate advanced sun-damaged skin and age lines.
• The deep chemical peels correct more severe conditions such as acne scarring.

Chemical peeling is a routinely performed procedure in our clinic and takes around 30 minutes to complete. Depending upon the strength of the peel, the patient may resume his/her normal activities anywhere from immediately to within a few days time. Touch up sessions is generally recommended on a need basis.

Types of Best Chemical Peel Treatment in Lahore

There are following basic types of chemical peels:

Superficial or Lunchtime Peel or Light Chemical Peel

Light Chemical Peel preparations are usually comprised of alphahydroxy acids (AHAs), such as glycolic, lactic, salicylic, or fruit acids, used to penetrate only the outer layer of skin to gently exfoliate it. Light chemical peels are ideal for people who want the benefits of a facial peel but do not wish to spend the time required to recover from a deeper peel.

The treatment is used to improve the appearance of mild skin discoloration and rough skin as well as to refresh the face, neck, chest or hands.

Medium Chemical peel

The solution used in medium chemical peel is comprised of Glycolic or Trichloroacetic acid that penetrate the outer and middle layers of skin to remove damaged skin cells. The treatment is used to improve age spots, fine lines and wrinkles, freckles and moderate skin discoloration. It also can be used to smooth rough skin and treat some precancerous skin growths, i.e. actinic keratosis.

Similar to the light chemical peel, medium chemical peels require less downtime than a deeper peel. TCA peels are the preferred choice for patients with darker skin.

Deep Chemical peel

Deep chemical peels are the strongest of all the facial peels. Tricholoracetic acid or phenol is applied to deeply penetrate the middle layer of skin to remove damaged skin cells. The treatment removes moderate lines, age spots, freckles and shallow scars. Patients will see a dramatic improvement in skin appearance. The procedure is used on the face and only can be performed once.

The procedure takes longer than other peels (one to two hours) and requires the most healing time (down time). Phenol acid is typically used only for facial peels. Because a deep chemical peel may cause permanent lightening of the skin, prospective patients should seek advice from a qualified cosmetic dermatologist before undergoing the procedure.

Acne Chemical Peel

Certain chemical peel solutions are useful for treating acne blemishes and diminishing existing acne scars. Light chemical peels administered with a solution of alphahydroxy acids (AHA) can be beneficial for treating acne. A lower-strength AHA solution can be mixed with a facial wash as part of a daily skin-care routine.

Ideal Candidates for a Chemical Peel

An ideal candidate for a chemical peel treatment is one, in good physical health, understands the procedure, and has realistic expectations of the outcome. You are likely to be pleased with the results of a chemical peel if your goal is to alleviate acne, smooth wrinkles, improve skin texture, eliminate age spots, or reduce the effects of sun damage. The different types of chemical peels come in varying strengths and provide different levels of effects. Ask your doctor which chemical peel is best for your skin type and needs.

What is the Average Downtime/Recovery Time for Skin Peel?

The recovery time after a chemical peel depends on the type of peel administered, because each type of peel affects the skin to a different degree.

1. Light chemical peels: These mild peels require virtually no recovery time. Though the skin may be mildly irritated after the peel, patients can return to their daily activities immediately after treatment.
2. Medium chemical peels: The new layer of skin appears three to seven days after treatment. About two weeks after treatment, the skin will be fully healed.
3. Deep chemical peels: The new layer of skin begins to appear seven to ten days after treatment, though complete healing can take two months or longer. Patients typically take a week off from work after undergoing a deep chemical peel.