Few people are entirely happy with their skin. Perhaps you have some sun damage or fine lines that you don’t like. Whatever it is, there’s probably a treatment to address it.
One of the most popular — and versatile — treatments that our outstanding providers offer at Dermatology Associates of Central NJ is the chemical peel. You may be surprised by the superior results you can enjoy. Here’s why you might consider getting a peel.
When you have a chemical peel, you experience a deep exfoliation. Salt scrubs and microdermabrasion are also exfoliation treatments, but the difference is that those types of treatments physically remove dead skin whereas a blend of chemicals does the work with a chemical peel.
At Dermatology Associates of Central NJ, we offer a variety of chemical peels to address a range of skin concerns including:
In general, all chemical peels work the same way. We apply the solution to your skin and give it time to soak in. Some chemical peels are designed to penetrate more deeply than others. Over the course of a few days, the chemicals cause the outermost layers of your skin to begin to flake and peel — which is why it’s called a chemical “peel.”
Our providers can guide you through choosing what kind of peel will work best to address your skin problems, and help you decide whether a combination of treatments could help you reach your aesthetic goals.
Now that you have a better understanding of how chemical peels work, let’s talk about the reasons you may want to get one.
If your skin tone is uneven, and the texture isn’t as smooth as you’d like it to be, a chemical peel may help. The deep exfoliation and removal of dead skin cells and other debris leaves your skin more even and smooth. If you have dark spots, sun damage, or uneven skin tone, a chemical peel can help to balance your skin.
The result is a fresher, rested appearance and younger-looking, smoother skin.
Acne can be incredibly frustrating. Chemical peels both help to prevent acne and help alleviate the appearance of acne scars you may already have.
A chemical peel unclogs and cleans your pores. As the outermost layer of your skin sloughs away, your pores are cleared. Clean pores are a key part of acne prevention. Along with the cleared pores, a chemical peel promotes new cell turnover, which reduces the appearance of acne scars and eases post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
Collagen is a protein that helps your skin have structure and strength. Over time, your body produces less of it. When that happens, you’re more likely to develop fine lines and wrinkles.
A chemical peel stimulates collagen production. It takes some time for your body to make more collagen, but when it does, you’ll notice fewer lines and wrinkles.
Sun exposure is bad for your skin, and even if you take precautions, you may endure some damage, like dark spots, wrinkles, or rough texture. Chemical peels can help:
Our providers can also recommend quality products that help you protect your skin from further sun damage.
If you’re considering a procedure such as a facelift, you could be wary of the risk of complications and may be looking at significant recovery time. Noninvasive chemical peels cause controlled exfoliation, and while deeper peels do involve some downtime, chemically removing damaged skin layers doesn’t come with the same risk of infection or scarring.
Are you ready to learn more and find out if a chemical peel could be the right way to improve your skin? Schedule an appointment at the most convenient location of Dermatology Associates of Central NJ today.
