Chemical Peels for the Body
Body chemical peels can use one type of acid or a combination of acids, including alpha hydroxyl acid (AHA), beta hydroxyl acid (BHA), trichloroacetic acid (TCA), kojic acid and lactic acid derived from naturally occurring compounds found in plants and foods like milk, willow bark and citrus.
What are the benefits of a body chemical peel?
Reduces the appearance of stretch marks.
Reduces the appearance of sunspots.
Reduces discoloration/hyperpigmentation.
Reduces body acne and future breakouts.
Reduces scarring (acne, surgical scars)
Reduces dryness.
Improves bumpy skin (keratosis pilaris)
Improves skin tone & texture.
Improves product penetration.
Improves eczema, psoriasis.
Improves precancerous lesions.
Improves the result of sunless tanners.
Stimulates collagen and elastin production.
Safe for sensitive skin
Safe for all skin tones
About Chemical Peels
Chemical Peels are face and body skin-resurfacing procedures and are performed by medical professionals. Chemical peels are used to treat a number of conditions including; wrinkles, discolored skin, and scars. Chemical Peels can be done alone or may be combined with other cosmetic procedures. Chemical Peels can be performed at different depths, from light to deep. Chemical Peels performed at a deeper depth typically offer more drastic results, but can take longer to recover from.
Chemical Peel Risks
Possible Chemical Peel side effects are:
Redness and scabbing
Very low risk of scarring
Skin color changes
Possible infection
Herpes virus flareup