Chemical peelings
A chemical peel causes the peeling of skin layers through the controlled use of chemical substances to induce a regenerative process (“skin renewal”). Depending on the depth of penetration, it can consist of a superficial, a medium-deep and or a deep peeling. The former is limited to the epidermis, the medium-deep peel destroys the epidermis and parts of the upper dermis, while the latter reaches into the deep dermis. We use various chemicals and their combinations such as alpha hydroxy acids (AHA 20-70%), resorcinol (15-30%), trichloroacetic acid (TCA 10-35%), salicylic acid (10-30%) and phenol (<88%).
Examples of practical applications
- Acne comedonica
- Coarse pores
- Pigment spots
- Melasma (tan or dark skin discolouration)
- Actinic keratoses
- Signs of ageing skin/wrinkles
- Scars
In contrast to superficial peelings, which can cause slight flaking, medium-depth peelings lead to a visible exfoliation of the treated skin, lasting from 4 to 7 days depending on the depth of the intervention. Sun protection must be ensured systematically throughout the treatment period and for at least one month afterwards.