Best Chemical Peelings for Acne, Melasma and FrecklesTreatment in Lahore

CHEMICAL PEEL TREATMENT AT MY SKIN CLINIC LAHORE

What is Chemical Peels?

Chemical Peels are one of the most popular, non-invasive cosmetic procedures in Pakistan performed to rejuvenate the skin and give the complexion a clear boost. Chemical peel used on the face, neck and hands. Peels can be a simple, fast and highly effective way to achieve radiant skin for a special event and can also be used to dramatically decrease the effects of more serious skin conditions.

Chemical solutions of different types can be used.

They cause the skin to exfoliate/peel off and a new skin regrows. The new skin is smoother and has a radiant glow.

What is a chemical peel used for?

1. The chemical peel helps to treat acne , like the black heads, whiteheads and the mild superficial acne scars.
2. The pigmentation of the skin like sun spots, age spots, freckles, melasma from hormonal causes.
3. It can minimize fine wrinkles, especially around the eyes, which are caused by chronic sun damage. It does not treat severe wrinkles.

How is a chemical peel performed?

Your dermatologist will assess you and decide which superficial or deep peel is needed and the type of solution to be used. You may need to stop the use of some medications like strong vitamin A creams. The skin is primed with pre conditioning creams. You may need 2 to 4 sessions for acne but more for acne scars . You may need 3-6 sessions for freckles but more for deep pigment problems.

The dermatologist applies the solution to exfoliate the skin. You will feel a hot sensation for 5 to 10 minutes. The deeper peels are more painful and may require anesthetic creams before the procedure. Within the next few days, the face will be red, scaly, and peel off. Deeper peels turn brown black, show swelling and peel off after 1 to 2 weeks.

How do I look after my skin after the peel?

You need to cleanse the skin gently and apply post peel creams frequently.

Do not scratch , pick or peel off the scabs.

Avoid the sun.

Use a sunblock.

Do not use your routine anti aging skin creams till a week later.

What are the complications with a superficial peel,  and a deep peel ?

Superficial peels :Three main complications are:

A risk of developing post peel colour change, a deep brown colour. This is more common in darker skinned individuals. Hormone treatments may darken this more. The colour may take 3 to 4 months to fade. The skin may burn and darken.

A low risk of scars can form after peels. This may start as scabs which can become infected. Sometimes, herpes infection can be reactivated and cause persistent pain and scars. Inform your doctor if you have a history of herpes, and avoid any peels in active herpes infection.

You may be allergic to the solution and develop redness, blisters and eczema/rash.

Deep peels can lead to swelling , blisters, and scars.

What are the limitations of chemical peels?

Chemical peels cannot change pore size or broken veins on the skin. Peels cannot remove deep scars, deep wrinkles, sagging skin. Laser and other surgery may be needed.

Disclaimer:(*): Result may vary depends on individual

These chemicals have no side effects when used by experienced doctors and only our experts can guide you about the appropriate option on your type of skin. Contact Us for more detail about chemical peels cost, procedure and side effects at My Skin Aesthetics & Laser Center Lahore.

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