Pigment Reviving Peels
Pigment Reviving Peels
Chemical peels:
A Chemical peel treatment is a technique that helps rejuvenate and improve skin texture and hyperpigmentation. A solution of active ingredients at FDA approved concentrations are applied to the required area of the skin for a few minutes and then cleansed. In case of strong peels, it is kept for a few hours. As a result, the skin gets exfoliated where all the dead damaged cells peel off therefore giving rise to fresh, smoother and healthier skin.
What are the types of chemical peels?
The type of peel and its concentration is decided according to the underlying condition which is to be treated. Let’s discuss the types of chemical peel and how they are important for our skin.
There are 3 types of peels, such as Superficial peels that gently exfoliate the skin by penetrating the outermost layer of skin. Medium depth peels penetrate the middle and outer layers of skin whereas Deep peels fully penetrate the middle layer of the skin. As a result, this removes damaged skin cells.
Dr. Neha has done extensive research on facial melanosis/ hyperpigmentation in skin of colour that helps her formulate and tailor US-FDA approved standardised peels according to an individuals specific concerns.
What are the benefits of Chemical peels treatment?
• Treats acne.
• Improves post acne marks or blemishes.
• Recovers signs of sun damage.
• A medium and deep peel Improves the appearance of mild acne scars.
• Fades hyperpigmentation.
• Helps in uneven skin tone.
• Removes all the dead skin cells and rejuvenates the skin.
• Brightens skin.
• Melasma in men & women.
At Ojas health clinic, Dr. Neha provides the best Chemical peel treatments in Chennai using the latest combination and sequential peels for effective results. The peels used here contain a variety of actives ranging from AHA, BHA, PHA to vitamin A, B5, C & various botanical extracts which are designed to target a multitude of skin concerns.
Cosmelan Peels
Cosmelan system is a trusted treatment program that can treat skin discoloration, brown spots on skin and hormonal pigmentation. This treatment method can be applied to most of the skin types and a higher success ratio is achieved often. Moreover, cosmelon system of treatment produces visible results in a very short period of time.
According to Harvard Health Publishing, the right chemical peel can be effective for depigmentation. This treatment is one of the most effective therapies that can cure the brown spots on your face by peeling off the dead skin cells.
Benefits of cosmelan peel?
Cosmelan peel works well also for difficult cases of pigmentation like Melasma which are not responding to traditional creams and lasers. Photodamage, fine lines and wrinkles can also show improvement with this peel. Overall one can experience skin texture improvement and reduction in open pores.
Steps involved in the procedure:
The cosmelan peel is a four-stage treatment procedure. The first step which is an intense depigmentation treatment is performed in the clinic and the other steps can be done at home. In our clinic, a professional will first clean your face and then gently apply the mask on it. We will provide you with an after-treatment kit and instruct you how remove the peel at home when it is time. You should use a gentle cleanser and plenty of water to remove the mask completely and then apply any cream the dermatologist has suggested. You need to use the cream a couple of times a day for at least two weeks.
Recovery timeline:The recovery time for your cosmelan treatment depends on a few factors. It takes about a week to two weeks after the treatment for the dark spots to start fading away. In three to four weeks, your skin will appear cleaner, brighter, and healthier.
How many sessions will be required?
The number of required cosmelan treatment sessions depends on the patients and their expectations. Generally, visiting our clinic once for the treatment should be enough if you commit to the at-home skincare regime. The dermatologist can let you know if you require additional treatment.
Faq's
It is really important to take care of your skin after chemical peels. As your skin is rejuvenating and becomes temporarily sensitive. You need to follow some post-care instructions , such as:
- Sun protection: It is really important after peels. This is because the skin may become sun-sensitive for a few days after the procedure. You need to use broad-spectrum sunscreen daily for 3 times and usually with the gap of 3 hours .
- There might be transient stinging sensation which is normal.
- Don’t wash your face with hot water: Use cold /normal water.
- Apply a gentle cleanser and repair moisturizer as prescribed in the post care leaflet.
- Do not swim or use steam and sauna for 2 days and 10 days post procedure in case of gentle peels and deep exfoliative peels respectively.
- Avoid vigorous exercises: It is important to avoid doing heavy workouts for 2-5 days . As sweating can block the pores of skin and irritate the skin .
- In case of deeply exfoliative peel which has a longer downtime, manually picking and peeling the dead skin is not advisable as it could cause scarring and hyperpigmentation.
- Kindly avoid salon services such as facials or bleaching until the peeling is done.
Chemical peels are safe and effective treatment modality, but it should be done from an experienced qualified dermatologist. However, patients may see some temporary side effects such as redness, dryness and stinging.
It can be taken care with adequate moisturising and proper post- procedural skincare prescribed for happy outcomes.
The downtime of a mild peel is mostly 2 days whereas that of a strong peel is 7-10 days. It again depends on the severity of peel and individual patient’s response .
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