Know All About Chemical Peels And Their Types – News18

Last Updated:November 23, 2024, 09:16 IST

Chemical peels are a great option for all age groups and it’s important to follow a prescribed skincare routine after these procedures are done, to achieve the best results.

In this age of fast-paced and stressful lifestyles, skin health often takes a back-seat and the most common fallouts are fine lines, wrinkles, patchy skin, premature aging.

Skin reclaiming may not only be achieved by eating right or consulting a dermatologist. The solution is finding the right kind of aesthetic and technological procedures that can help in achieving the desired results. One of such techniques is chemical peels.

A study by Technavio forecasts that the chemical peel market will increase by USD 814.4 million, at a CAGR of 7.19% between 2023 and 2028.Some of the factors which are driving the growth of this market are rising disposal income, increased awareness owing to global exposure and access, technological advancements in the skincare and beauty industry combined aesthetic advancements.

Chemical peels are becoming a preferred option for people because of their ability to enhance skin texture and tone, deal with skin conditions like pigmentation, blackheads, whiteheads, acne and improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Furthermore, this procedure is no longer considered a privilege for niche clients, but rather an easily accessible option for everyone. Dr. Garima Tyagi, Dermatologist, SENS Clinic shares all you need to know.

What is a Chemical Peel?

In this procedure, the outer layer of the skin is peeled off with the help of chemicals to reveal the fresh underlying skin. Chemical peels make a visible difference in many skin conditions and with regular sessions, it can lead to dramatically positive results.

Types of chemical peels

Chemical peels are typically classified as light medium and deep peels. While light peels use mild acids to gently exfoliate skin, they improve the overall texture and glow. The best part? They have minimal recovery time. In the case of medium peels, more potent ingredients like trichloroacetic acid are deployed to combat specific conditions like dark spots, sun spots & wrinkles. Lastly, deep peels are aimed at targeting serious skin issues like scars, deep wrinkles and their recovery downtime can be long as compared to the other peels.

Here are some popular peels:

1. Jessner PeelIf you are looking to get rid of visible ageing signs, pigmentation and acne, then jessner peel is the right procedure for you. This type of peel performs deep exfoliation by using salicylic acid, lactic acid, and resorcinol. It is highly effective and leads to collagen stimulation. As a result, the skin is smoother, brighter and rejuvenated.
2. Glycolic Acid PeelGlycolic acid peel is one of the most effective remedies to remove excess oil, ingrown hair, blackheads and pimples as it has anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant properties. Here, glycolic acid removed the dirt and superficial skin layer exposing the fresh layer underneath. It’s advisable to get this done from a trained professional.
3. Alpha Hydroxy Acid PeelIf you are the kind who finds it difficult to make time for any elaborate skin treatments, then alpha hydroxy acid peel is the right peel for you. Here, the chemical solution is added to the skin’s surface based on a variable concentration. Alpha hydroxy peel improves the skin’s elastin fibre quality, adds hydration, removes acne and makes the skin look much younger and brighter.
4. Retinol PeelRetinol peel is an exfoliating peel that helps in the reduction of wrinkles and fine lines by deploying retinol. Retinol peel is also a great option for treating ageing skin.

Prior to undertaking any of the above procedures, it’s always a good idea to consult a skin specialist and perform a patch test to determine if you are allergic to anything. Also consult a medical practitioner if you suffer from any skin condition or disease.

According to experts, chemical peels are a great option for all age groups and it’s important to follow a prescribed skincare routine after these procedures are done, to achieve the best results.