Face Peeling
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Face Peeling
Peeling is a dermatological treatment based on the exfoliation of the most superficial layers of the skin to favor their replacement by others of better quality and texture.
This induces the creation of new layers of the dermis and epidermis. In other words, what a facial peeling does is to renew the skin cells of the face to eliminate possible impurities.
The treatment begins with a cleansing of the skin with a degreasing solution, then proceeds to the application of mild acids and special for use in skin, which induce the body to generate new layers of skin, after a few minutes, depending on the peeling, is removed and applied a neutralizing solution of acid, then apply moisturizer or soothing and anti-solar mask, according to the skin type of each person.
Types of facial peeling
Depending on the technique used, we can speak of:
- Mechanical peeling, which is performed using brushes, rollers or sandpaper with macroparticles such as crystals or stone, e.g. microdermabrasion.
- Physical peeling, which consists of the application of a physical agent in order to reduce the most superficial layer of the skin.
- Chemical peeling, this is the most common, especially superficial peels that can be repeated frequently, are gentle, generate little inflammation, and allow the patient to return to daily life immediately.
There are different types of chemical peels depending on the agent used and its concentration. The most common are peelings with glycolic, salicylic and ferulic acid. The choice of one or another substance is made in the assessment prior to the procedure. If you want to have a chemical peeling in MEDELLIN, you can go to LA CLINICA ARTE MEDDICAL, where our medical specialists explain to each patient, depending on their personal characteristics and needs, which substances they recommend for exfoliation.
Indications
The peeling is especially indicated in cases of:
- Photoaging: if you are looking for smoother skin, reduction of wrinkles and expression lines, skin rejuvenation and increased cell renewal.
- Acne or scars: a smoother and softer skin is achieved by minimizing and unblocking pores, and reducing scars and blemishes.
- Reduction of blemishes: a more luminous skin is achieved and the skin tone is unified.
Peelings are a non-invasive and outpatient treatment, whose effects can be appreciated a few days after the procedure.
After the procedure there may be immediate redness, burning, dry, crusted skin, peeling of the skin, which lasts a few days, generally the skin is regenerated after 7-10 days.
Recommendations
- Do not sunbathe or use artificial UV rays in the last month.
- Do not undergo exfoliating treatments in the previous two weeks.
- Do not expose yourself to the sun after the procedure.
- Do not use tanning beds after the procedure.
- Use of moisturizer and sunscreen very frequently.
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