Question 1

what is best peel chemical for dark spot on face glycolic acid or tretinoin?

Accepted Answer

Chemical peel: There is no best. It depends on your skin color and  the problem that you are trying to resolve . In general Alpha or beta hydro ya i'd peels are more effective than tretinoin.

Question 2

what to do after a chemical peel?

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Depends which: Chemical peels work at different depths and have different effects.  Day of peel you should avoid sun. Day after you need sunscreen or sunblock.  A good recovery cream with Hydrocortisone and a moisturizer.  Do not pick at the peeling skin!

Question 3

is the chemical peel a risky thing to do?

Accepted Answer

Usually no: Chemical peels are usually relatively superficial and can help improve skin smoothness, reduce acne and create more even pigmentation or color. Current peels often have technological improvements that allow more even treatment, less inflammation, and more thourough neutralization.

Question 4

does it hurt to get a chemical peel done?

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Mild discomfort: Depending on the depth of the peel, there can be some discomfort.  The amount of discomfort goes along with the depth, but also the amount of improvement expected from the peel.  That is, a light peel has minimal discomfort, minimal downtime, but also less impressive results.  In any case, the pain should not be severe, nor long standing.  Discuss with your md.  Sometimes oral medications are used.

Question 5

should i go to the spa for a chemical peel?

Accepted Answer

Chemical Peel in....: I recommend that you go to your local facial cosmetic surgeon or dermatologists office for evaluation of appropriateness of, and application of a chemical peel.

Question 6

mild chemical peel typically is indicated for?

Accepted Answer

Mild chemical peel: Mild chemical peels are great for first time patients and those who wish mild exfoliation to brighten the skin and enhance skin's luminosity. Mild peels can also improve mild pigmentary irregularities.

Question 7

what kind of chemical peel is the most effective?

Accepted Answer

Chemical peel: Phenol peel is very popular except, it may cause color change if it was done deep.
Tca is also used. It is milder than phenol.

Question 8

how old do you have to be to get a chemical peel?

Accepted Answer

How old: Old enough to have skin problems.
It is mostly used in adult and middle ages.

Question 9

what is the definition or description of: chemical peel?

Accepted Answer

Chemical Exfoliation: A chemical peels is a procedure done in a medical office or spa that involves the use of a topically applied product that will cause a controlled chemical reaction on the skin, resulting in peeling of the skin to a certain depth.  Different peeling agents (alone or in combinations) will peel the skin to different depths.  Peels can help acne, aging, wrinkles, sun damage and precancerous lesions.

Question 10

please help! when is the best time to do a chemical peel?

Accepted Answer

Best time for peel: You can have a peel all year round. As long as you follow your pre- and post treatment instructions.

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