Chemical peeling breakthrough in age cosmetology

14-05-2018

Cosmetology

Chemical peeling of the skin has become an important milestone in the fight against aging and scarring of the deep layers of the epidermis. Chemical acid peels are now popular and accessible to a wide range of patient procedures, which, however, require the conditions of a specialized clinic and the services of an experienced doctor-cosmetologist.

The fact is that chemical peeling of the face is not at all a harmless and not quite safe manipulation, which has a number of contraindications and proven side effects. The depth, duration of exposure of reagents, as well as the rehabilitation phase can be controlled only by a qualified cosmetologist: full-fledged chemical peeling at home is hardly possible.

Indications for chemical peeling face

application of a special composition on the skin

If you are wondering if a chemical peeling for the face will help you, it is possible to independently determine the stage of aging or the degree of damage to the epidermis. The following skin types exist:

Young skin, practically free of wrinkles, scars and acne: a weak peeling with fruit acids is shown in three stages once a year;
Skin with age-related changes - “crow's feet” in the corners of the eyes, uneven pigmentation: a double exposure of fruit acids with courses of 7 procedures is shown - surface chemical peeling;
If wrinkles on the forehead, near the eyes, around the mouth are visible and in a calm state, pigment spots are noticeable, then trichloroacetic acid comes to the rescue;
When wrinkles are visible to the naked eye, repeated exposure to trichloroacetic and glycolic acid will help - deep chemical peeling.

All decisions on the chemical effects, as well as on what the treatment regimen will be, are made only by a dermatologist (cosmetologist), such serious procedures cannot be prescribed to oneself.

Do not forget about the body

And what about chemical body peeling? Does it exist and what is it? This direction provides activation of growth of basal cells of the epidermis and partial removal of the stratum corneum of the skin on the hands, legs, abdomen and back.

When is the renewal of the skin of the body?

Peeling of the skin on the legs solves such problems as cellulite, stretch marks, insufficient skin tone of the thighs and buttocks;
The renewal of the epidermis on the back is used in the treatment of acne and post-acne, age spots or scars;
Chemical body peeling can also be used for hands, in case of hyperpigmentation, the presence of freckles or scars.

Solving with the help of acids the problem of pigmentation of the skin on any part of the body, it is necessary to subsequently limit contact with the sun's rays. And when you are in the sun, use sunscreen with a protection factor of at least 30.

When does harm outweigh the benefits?

We list the direct contraindications to the chemical peeling procedure:

Inflammatory processes in the acute phase of any genesis, especially herpetic lesion;
The presence of oncological diseases, as well as any neoplasms, including benign ones;
Wounds in the stage of healing, unformed scars in the places of the intended impact;
Irritation and allergic reactions on the skin;
The adverse response of the skin directly to the reagent used.

Also, one should not choose very hot summer days or severe winter frosts for the procedure. Both of these factors impede rehabilitation and reduce the recreational ability of the skin.

How is chemical peeling?

For the curious, let's consider in stages how the peeling procedure is performed using acids. Chemical peeling in the cabin is as follows:

After the necessary cleansing and disinfection, the dermatologist and cosmetologist applies the reagent to a cotton pad (swab) and squeezes out the excess. Carefully monitoring that the liquid does not hit the patient's eyes, he begins to rub the solution into the skin of the face. First, the forehead is processed, then the nose and chin, comes the turn of the cheeks. They spend more time on problem areas such as wrinkles, scars, acne lesions and scars;
After the treatment, which takes up to half an hour, the doctor puts a silk adhesive plaster on the surface exposed to acid. This is necessary so that in the subsequent period of time the effect of the drug on the epidermis continues. The resulting mask remains on the face during the day, you can not remove it with force. On the second day, the layers of the patch should separate by themselves;
The second visit to the specialist is needed for the final removal of the mask-patch and surface treatment with iodide thymol. This compound will accelerate the regeneration processes for which the event is being started;
The next seven days will have to spend in a mask imposed by a beautician. Crusts will begin to form on the skin, which must not be touched to avoid the formation of scars;
During the next examination, the doctor treats the crusts and covers the entire face with a layer of cotton wool, which remains there for 24 hours. This is the end of treatment in the clinic, then rehabilitation takes place at home and consists of cosmetic care and observance of the rules of asepsis.

The effect of chemical peeling: expected and unexpected

If you look at the photos of patients before and after exposure to chemical peeling, you can notice serious changes in the skin condition, namely:

Reducing the number and depth of wrinkles: skin becomes visually younger;
Velvety, radiance and leveling of the relief. Improved skin structure - proven effect of manipulation;
Pigment spots disappear completely or become less visible;
Scars are smoothed and stretch marks are leveled, cellulite becomes less pronounced when it comes to "cleaning" body.

However, there may be complications or side effects - no doctor can predict the risks in advance:

The development of herpes infection affecting the treated areas. It is a recurrent disease, as well as a primary infection against the background of a weakened immunity after the procedure;
Streptostaphyloderma or an infectious skin lesion - may be the result of violations by the doctor, as well as improper hygiene and skin treatment by the patient;
Acquired marbling - this defect is a direct result of medical manipulations and is extremely difficult to correct. The manifestation is more characteristic for dark skin;
Exacerbation of allergic reactions, seborrhea, acne - all this is caused by a malfunction of the sebum formation system;
The most serious side effect is the formation of keloid scars as a result of deep peeling. This unpleasant phenomenon is a direct consequence of violations during the TCA peeling.

A simple instruction for the patient is to search and collect truthful reviews bit by bit, not only about clinics, but also about doctors. After all, most of the complications are caused precisely by the human factor, that is, by the mistakes of the beautician, by his lack of work experience.

Prices for the best chemical peels

In the clinics of the capital, the price of chemical (acid) peeling is from 3 to 9 thousand rubles. for the procedure. For those who do not have such tools and want to try home chemical facial peels, there are specialized lines of cosmetic products. So, the best chemical peels for self-use are:

Faberlik (with ANA-acids): the main advantage of this complex is its price, around 1500 rubles. for three means. The kit itself includes chemical peeling, an enzyme micro-peeling scrub and a regenerating cream. The manual describes step by step all actions for the rejuvenation and renewal of the skin, precautions and the direction of massage lines. A small concentration of acids (weaker than in salon products) will not allow burning the skin at home;
Algologie– about 4 thousand rubles. for the complex;
Anna Lotan about 3 thousand rubles. for the remedy;
MCcosmetics - acid peels with a professional concentration of the active substance (more than 30%), cost from 4 to 6 thousand rubles.