Chemical Peeling
Chemical peels have been used for skin beautification since ancient times. Natural substances such as lactic acid, citric acid, or tartaric acid provide mild exfoliation and promote a youthful, smooth complexion. Today, chemical peels serve not only aesthetic purposes but also the treatment of acne, keratoses, scars, and hyperpigmentation.
Reduction of pigment spots
Treatment of acne and scars
Refinement of skin texture
Even complexion
Effect & Treatment
In a chemical peel, the peeling substance is applied with a brush or cotton swab to remove skin layers in a controlled manner. The penetration depth is influenced by pretreatments with fruit acids or other substances. During treatment, patients feel tingling or burning, which is mitigated by anesthetic cream or cooling.
Commonly Used Peeling Substances
- Glycolic acid (sugarcane juice) - Glycolic acid
- Lactic acid (from milk and tomatoes) - Lactic acid
- Pyruvic acid (grapes) - Pyruvic acid
- Citric acid (citrus fruits) - Citric acid
- Salicylic acid – Salicylic acid
- Retinoic acid – Tretinoin peeling
- Jessner’s Solution
- Trichloroacetic acid (TCA) 15%
Reactions After Peeling
With superficial peels, slight peeling occurs, maintaining social acceptability. Medium-depth and deep peels lead to more intensive peeling and require downtime of about one week. During healing, high sun protection is important to avoid hyperpigmentation.
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