Removing Acne Scars - Chemical Skin Peels

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Physical procedures such as micro-dermabrasion, dermabrasion, dermaplaning, chemical skin peels and laser surgery plus topical creams are often used to improve the skin quality of acne sufferers by removing thickened skin and scar tissue. These procedures are not designed to prevent or treat outbreaks of lesions - in fact most dermatologists will not undertake the more invasive of these treatments while a patient is experiencing an outbreak for fear of infection. They are then, to be treated as cosmetic procedures, having no impact on the acne itself.

Is A Chemical Skin Peel Procedure Right For Me?

It is vital that if you are considering undergoing these therapies, you seek out a properly qualified and experienced practitioner to undertake the work, and consult thoroughly about what gains you can realistically expect to make from the treatment.

While the results of these procedures can be startling for some people, others will be disappointed that the appearance their scars has not improved as much as they'd hoped. Many people also fail to realise the seriousness of procedure and are unprepared both for the amount of post-operative pain, bruising and swelling involved in some of the more aggressive techniques.

Remember also that the facial skin cannot afford to undergo repeated exposure to the more aggressive of these procedures without sustaining some weakening.

Forewarned Is Forearmed

You can improve your chances of success by doing a little research before you pay out any money. Most people wouldn't invest in a house or a car without having it checked out first, yet they are prepared to entrust their most precious commodity, their body to a stranger.

Don't allow yourself to be reassured simply by a wall full of diplomas and degrees - you have the right to ask your dermatologist and/or technician;

- How many times have you performed this procedure? Over how many years?
- How many times have you performed this procedure on patients of my skin type?
- Can I see photos?
- Is facial surgery your specialism, or just one of a number of areas you work on?
- Can I speak with some of your patients?

Also, check online to see if your practitioner has been sued before.

Chemical Skin Peels

Although not primarily designed as a treatment for acne scarring, chemical peels are widely used by people who have problem skin as a result of acne. They are useful in reducing mild scarring, and improving dark skin discoloration brought about by scarring., since the peel removes layers of skin via the application of an acidic solution. The underlying skin is left to regenerate without the old scar tissue.

Broadly speaking, there are three different grades of chemical peel: superficial, mid or medium, and deep, each type referring to how deep a level of skin the peel removes.
If you are considering getting a peel done professionally by anyone other than a medically trained dermatologist, you should check the following;

Superficial Skin Peels

What chemical(s) are to be used and in what strengths? Peels done in a spa/salon or with a home peel kit should typically be removing a portion of or all the epidermis (superficial layer of skin) using only chemicals from the following list, and in strengths of well under 30%:

If you look hard enough, you will of course find medical-grade peeling solutions available on the internet, but since the potential for severely damaging your skin is so great, I definitely advise against using these yourself - in the wrong hands, it takes just seconds to end up with significantly worse problems than you currently have!

If you are going to have a peel, it's important to follow some common sense rules:

- don't carry out a peel when you have a live acne flare-up - it will cause you needless pain and may lead to infection.

- make sure you carry out all the pre-peel preparation work as instructed.

- don't be tempted to leave the acid on for longer than the stated time in the hope of getting better results.

Cost:

Superficial (home) - prices start at around £50.00 per product.
Superficial (salon) - $100 -$300 (repeated treatments will often be necessary).

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Mid - Deep Skin Peels

Peels done using stronger solutions and will penetrate down into the pillary dermis (mid depth peel) and reticular dermis (deep peel), and as such have greater potential to lead to complications. For this reason, the recommendation is that such peels take place in a medical setting. These peels may require that you undergo pre-op preparation including the use of a strong exfoliant agent such as Renova, a skin bleaching agent such as hydroquinone to reduce the risk of post-op irregular skin discoloration, the use of a sunscreen and the use of anti-viral and anti-biotic medication to reduce the risk of infection.

Cost:

Mid - $1000 - $2000 (repeated treatments may be necessary).

Deep peels are done using phenol, and because of the associated risk of cardiac arrest, should only be done under general anaesthetic, with full cardiac and pulmonary monitoring. There will be an increased sensitivity to sunlight, with a loss of the skin's ability to tan. They are not generally recommended or necessary for acne scarring.

Important: Because of the potential for skin to be permanently lightened, chemical peels (of any strength) are not recommended for patients with dark skin.

Cost :

Deep - $2500 - $6000 - one-time only.

Procedure	Mild Scars	Severe Scars	Side Effect Free	Affordability
Superficial Peel
Mid-Deep Peel
Microdermabrasion
Dermabrasion
Dermaplaning
Ablative Lasers
Non-ablative Lasers
Punch Techniques
Augmentation
Topical Creams

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