The procedure for chemical peels are similar in all cases. For some specific peels, your specialist may ask you to stop using skin care products that contain retinoids or glycolic acid.
Once you come in for your chemical peel, it starts with a consultation where one of the top dermatologists in the city will meet you, understand your concerns, your skin type and examine you before deciding which peel is the best for you.
Often, the client doesn’t visit for a chemical peel, but for a visible symptom such as acne scars, melasma or active acne and the dermatologist may recommend a chemical peel as an ideal line of treatment for them.
Once your consultation is over, the steps for the chemical peeling treatment are as follows:
- Enter the treatment room.
- Clean-up of the face or any other targeted area, including removal of any creams, make-up or jewellery.
- Application of the desired chemical peel with a brush for even and targeted deposition.
- The peel is washed after desired treatment time and post-care products like a sunscreen may be applied before you leave the treatment room to go back home
The application of the chemical peel may give you a stinging sensation that is expected to last up to 10 minutes after it is deposited.
After-care:
- After the procedure, avoid using any products not prescribed by the specialist or without checking with them.
- Avoid make-up on the day of the treatment.
- The most important after care requirement for all these procedures is to avoid sun exposure. Apart from simply using sunscreen, you may be suggested additional measures such as wearing a hat or sun glasses.