What is peeling?
The peeling, also known as chemical peel or dermabrasion, is an aesthetic treatment for facial rejuvenation. It acts directly on the superficial layer of the skin, cleaning it in depth, giving it elasticity and reducing wrinkles.
Currently, several types of peelings are performed, depending on the objective and the type of skin of each person.
- Chemical peelings: acids of different intensities are applied.
- Mechanical peelings: they are performed with brushes, crystals or lathes.
- Physical peelings: applied by laser light.
These controlled exfoliation treatments allow the skin to regenerate naturally and increase the production of collagen and elastin.
Superficial and medium peels do not require any type of anesthesia.
Why is it performed?
Peeling is used to treat skin lesions of various causes, such as acne scars, blemishes, wrinkles, solar keratosis and facial lentigines.
What does it consist of?
To perform the peeling treatment, the skin must first be degreased and thoroughly cleansed. Then, the necessary amount of acid indicated in each case is applied. This acid is left to act for the required time. The patient will have a sensation of redness, itching or burning.
Once the necessary time has elapsed, the acid is neutralized and the itching sensation disappears. A moisturizing mask is then applied.
Preparation for the peeling
Three days before the peeling, it is advisable to stop using creams containing retinoic acid or other irritants. On the other hand, the area should not be exposed to the sun for 15 days before the treatment.
Care after the procedure
Once the treatment has been performed, it is necessary to use photoprotection and apply dermocosmetics to promote the re-epithelialization and hydration of the skin. It is necessary to wait 15 days to sunbathe in the treated area.