Chemical peeling can be applied at different levels according to skin problems and treatment goals. These levels are called light, medium and deep peeling.
Light chemical peeling is generally used to treat skin blemishes, acne scars, fine wrinkles and regulate skin tone. In this process, alpha-hydroxy acids (AHA) or beta-hydroxy acids (BHA) such as glycolic acid, salicylic acid, mandelic acid are usually used. Light chemical peeling is usually repeated every 3-6 weeks and may cause mild burning, redness and peeling of the skin.
Medium chemical peeling is used to treat deeper blemishes, wrinkles and hyperpigmentation on the skin. Trichloroacetic acid (TCA) is usually used in this process. Medium chemical peeling requires a longer healing process than light chemical peeling and may result in more prominent peeling and crusting of the skin.
Deep chemical peeling is used to treat the deepest wrinkles, acne scars and blemishes on the skin. Phenol is usually used in this process. Deep chemical peeling requires a long healing process and significant peeling and crusting of the skin may occur. In addition, complications such as pain, swelling and skin discolouration may occur during this procedure.
Chemical peeling can also be used in combination with other skin treatments. For example, chemical peeling can be applied together with dermaroller or laser treatment. When these methods are used together, skin problems can be treated faster and more effectively.
Chemical peeling should be applied by paying attention to several factors that are important for skin health. These are; skin type, skin problems, allergies, drug use and sun exposure . After chemical peeling, skin care and sunscreen use are important
