Chemical peeling is one of the oldest cosmetic procedures in the world and was performed in ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome and it still remains the most common cosmetic procedure globally to date.
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BEFORE and AFTER Full Face TCA Chemical Peel by Dr Zurek
Chemical peeling is a cosmetic treatment using a special acid solution to remove the damaged outer layers of the skin and stimulate the production of new skin cells.
It tightens the skin, reduces wrinkling and superficial pigmentation and restores a more youthful appearance.
These treatments are used to improve tone, texture and colour of facial skin, neck, declotage and hands.
Chemical peels can be classified as light, medium and deep according to their depth of penetration in the skin. Dr Zurek performs light and medium peels using Jessner and 20% TCA.
The Procedure
Chemical peels are performed under mild sedation and pain relieving medication.
Following thorough de-greasing of the skin, an appropriate chemical solution is systematically applied, it causes a tingling to burning sensation depending on the concentration of solution used. The sensation lasts briefly and can be reduced by cooling with a fan.
Following application the solution causes whitening of the skin known as “frosting” which indicates to the Doctor the depth of penetration.
The solution is then washed off and a soothing emollient cream is applied to the treated skin. The effect of the peeling can be compared with moderate to severe sunburn.
The dead skin is expected to peel off within a week. During this process it is critical not to pick at the skin or it may introduce infection.
After the peeling has ceased, the fresh new layer of skin is very sensitive and needs complete protection from sun exposure.
Cost
Cost depends on the type of peel and the area to be treated but starting from $500 including GST and procedure room fee.
Chemical peeling is a cosmetic treatment using a special acid solution to remove the damaged outer layers of the skin and stimulate the production of new skin cells.