Chemical peels are skin treatments that can reduce fine lines and wrinkles, improve the skin tone and texture, reduce the size of the pores, and erase sun- and age-related damage. These treatments vary in their depth, allowing you to choose from a light, superficial peel to improve the overall appearance of the skin or a deeper, more intense peel that will kickstart new cell growth for more complete restoration. With any option, you’ll want to consult an experienced skin care provider to discuss what is best for your skin and ensure that your treatment is safe and effective.
Micropeels
While not strictly a chemical peel, a micropeel uses a three-step process to exfoliate the skin, including a light chemical treatment to resurface the skin and restore a radiant, healthy glow. This treatment also uses dermaplaning and cryogenic therapy to polish and perfect the skin with no downtime. It’s the perfect choice if you have never had professional exfoliation treatment before, and it can be ideal if you want to look your best without waiting several days for redness and swelling to subside.
Superficial Chemical Peels
A superficial skin peel will target only the outermost layer of the skin, which may hold on to dirt, oil, and other damaging elements. Superficial peels have little to no downtime, and they can be customized to address signs of aging, acne, pigmentation issues, or rosacea. You might schedule regular superficial peels as part of your skincare routine, or you may choose this treatment when you simply need to refresh the skin.
Medium Depth Chemical Peels
With a medium depth chemical peel, treatment is more intense, as stronger concentrations of exfoliating chemicals are used to remove the top few layers of skin. As treatment takes place, a fan is used to cool the skin, which will be very sensitive after the peel. You might feel like you have a mild sunburn, and you will need to protect your skin from the sun and avoid the gym for a few days. Once the skin heals, you’ll notice improvement in the tone, texture and a reduction in fine lines when performed in a series of peels.
Maloney Plastic Surgery and Skin Care can give you a more in-depth look at each of these treatments in your personalized consultation in our Tucson office. Consults are free of charge, so don’t wait to schedule an appointment. Call or text (520) 298-2330 to schedule.
