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How Often Should I Get a Chemical Peel?
If you have uneven skin tone or texture, a chemical peel can be a great treatment for you. It can improve your skin tone and texture and leave you with a fresh, rejuvenated appearance. If you’re interested in getting a chemical peel and wondering how often this treatment is necessary, please keep reading.
What is a Chemical Peel?
A chemical peel can remove superficial layers of your skin and reveal new, healthy skin. It’s an excellent treatment if you have skin imperfections such as fine lines, acne scars, hyperpigmentation, and enlarged pores.
While the treatment process will depend on the peel you select, the treatment will always begin with an expert provider prepping your skin to remove any oils or bacteria buildup. Stripping the skin of its oil will allow the peel solution to penetrate deeper giving you the best result possible.
After your skin is prepped, the peel solution is applied and left on your skin to let it penetrate deep into your skin. You may experience a mild stinging sensation that will dissipate after a few minutes. You will be given a fan to help relieve any stinging sensation you feel to make the process as comfortable as possible. After your peel, you can expect your skin to feel tighter and your skin will begin to peel the following day. The peeling process lasts around 5-7 days and by day 7 your skin will be fully recovered, fresh and glowing.
Types of Chemical Peels
Depending on your main skin concerns, a light, medium or deep peel will be chosen for you. Light or medium chemical peels are designed to treat surface issues such as acne scars and uneven skin tone. Deep peels, however, are for more serious skin concerns such as severe wrinkles or deep scars.
We are pleased to only offer medical-grade chemical peels that you can expect great results from. During your customized consultation, we will recommend the ideal peel for your unique needs and aesthetic goals.
Frequency of a Chemical Peel
If you opt for a light chemical peel, our expert providers will suggest you receive treatment every to five weeks. For a medium chemical peel, a treatment every three to nine months is ideal. A deep chemical peel should only be performed one time. Once we design a unique chemical peel treatment plan, we’ll inform you of how frequently you should receive peels.
Take the Next Step
If you’d like to learn more about chemical peels, we encourage you to schedule a private consultation with your personal assessment at ZENA Medical in Newport Beach, California today. Call us at (949) 200-8222 or fill out our convenient online contact form. We look forward to meeting you!
