What is it?
A Chemical Peel is a dermatological treatment used to improve and treat a wide range of skin conditions. These include superficial wrinkles, dull skin, pigmentary conditions (melasma, photo-aging), acne, scarring as well as actinic keratosis (pre-malignant skin lesions).
Chemical peels can be classified according to the depth (superficial, medium and deep),or according to the chemical agent used e.g. Alpha Hydroxy Acids (e.g. glycolic acid, lactic acid and malic acid), Beta Hydroxy Acids (e.g. Salicylic acid), Trichloroacetic Acid (TCA) and many more.
How does it work?
Chemical peels stimulate the renewal of skin (epidermis and upper dermis) by means of chemical exfoliation. Specific chemical acids cause “controlled” damage of old, unhealthy cells and stimulate the wound healing cascade to produce healthier skin cells (keratinocytes and melanocytes) and more organized collagen and elastin fibers.
Typical chemical peel reactions include skin tingling, stinging, itching and sunburn sensation. Post peel treatment is always advised and include avoiding direct sunlight and applying broad-spectrum sunscreen.
Am I a candidate?
Chemical Peels can be done for most people seeking a youthful more radiant skin.
It is an ideal treatment for people struggling with:
- Rough, dull looking skin
- Pigmentation
- Fine lines & wrinkles
- Acne
- Acne Scarring
- Pre-malignant lesions
Please inform your treating doctor if you are prone to cold sores (especially in the past 6 months) or using any other exfoliating products (e.g. retinol, retinaldehyde, tretinoin, salicylic- or glycolic acid) in your home skin-care routine.
Of note:
Chemical peels are contra-indicated in:
- Persons on active Isotretinoin (e.g. Oratane, Roaccutane) treatment
- Persons currently breastfeeding
- Persons younger than 12 years
*Superficial peels are safe during pregnancy.
Results
Improvement of dullness is evident after one session, but for other skin concerns a series of at least 4 treatments should be performed. Treatments can be performed every 10-14 days and should ideally be done once a month for maintenance.
Costs
Lamelle®
| Type of peel | Price |
| Rice Bran AO Peel | R 610 |
| Alpha Peel 20 *20% Glycolic acid | R 620 |
| Alpha Peel 30 *30% Glycolic acid | R 700 |
| Beta Peel 15 (Salicylic acid 15%) | R 650 |
| Lactifirm 30/10 (Lactic acid 30%) | R 670 |
| R 1 250 |
SKIN TECH®
| Easy Droxy Peel (Combination peel) | R 900 |
| Easy TCA (Trichloroacetic acid 15%) | R 1 250 |
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