Light peels including the Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs), glycolic
peels and Retin-A work to freshen and exfoliate the skin by removing dead
cells and promoting new cell growth. The most common types of AHAs are
glycolic acid; the acid found in sugar cane; lactic acid, the acid found
in sour milk; citric acid found in fruit; tartaric acid found in grapes;
Retin-A, short for retinoic acid which is derived from Vitamin A; and
salicylic acid found in aspirin. These are commercially available over
the counter in mild concentrations in a wide range of cosmetic products.
Physicians offer stronger concentrations which can give you better results.
Applied to the surface of the skin, they loosen the glue that binds dead
cells, providing rapid exfoliation. These peels are best used under a
doctor's guidance as they can make the skin photosensitive and result
in redness and skin irritation. They provide an excellent skin care regimen
to keep the skin looking refreshed.
While light peels will help the skin look refreshed and smoother, they
do little to remove deeper lines and sun damage. For this a deeper peel
is required.
Medium Facial and Skin Peels
A medium or TCA peel (tricholracetic acid) provides another
option for skin care but is a more extensive treatment. The TCA peel goes
deeper than the light peels and will make the skin look tighter and smoother,
giving a fresher looking appearance. The TCA peel can be applied to the
whole face, hands and arms or to specific areas and takes about 30 minutes.
Medium peels require a shorter recovery time that the deeper phenol peel
and usually has to be repeated.
For even deeper lines a phenol, or Skin Rejuvenation Peel may be the
best choice, as it is the deepest peel and produces the most dramatic
results. Click here for Skin Rejuvenation
Peel.
Deciding which peel is best for you should be done after a consultation
with the doctor and an examination of your skin type.
Dr. Man's office is located directly across from Boca Raton Community
Hospital at 851 Meadows Road, Suite 222, Boca Raton, Florida 33486, phone
number 1-800-232-5508.
