Dr Liza Bean Aesthetics

Aesthetic Medicine: Redefining Your Beauty Journey

CHEMICAL PEELS

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 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.

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.

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. Book a consultation and embrace a renewed, youthful glow that will leave you feeling confident and radiant.