What are peels and how to choose the right one for you

What problems can peels solve?

Peeling is a cosmetic procedure during which exfoliate upper layers of the skin. It can affect only a few rows of cells, or it can remove everything down to the deep layers of the dermis.

The depth of impact is chosen based on the task. Peeling helps with:

• dull complexion;
• enlarged pores;
• oily skin;
• acne
• hyperpigmentation;
• wrinkles;
• scars and scars.

What are peels

Peeling is usually understood as the application of special chemicals, mainly acids, to the skin. But peeling also includes other methods of exposure:

• mechanical, that is all scrubs, rolls and even microdermabrasion, during which the upper layers of the skin are removed with an apparatus similar to a sandblasting machine;
• biological - means with enzymes, or enzymes;
• physical - ultrasonic or galvanic cleaning, laser resurfacing and other hardware methods.

Chemical peels usually contain alpha, beta and polyhydroxy acids: mandelic, salicylic, grape, lactic and others. They have differences in action, but in general the principle is the same. Specific appointments will depend not only on the acid itself, but also on its concentration and additional components. So all recommendations regarding acids are conditional.

Chemical peels vary in depth of exposure:

• Superficial, which work only on the uppermost layers of the skin. After them there may not even be peeling.
• Superficial median, affecting the epidermis and a small part of the dermis. They usually leave a small bran-like peeling that disappears in a few days.
• Median, which penetrate deep into the dermis. After the procedure, the skin peels off in large pieces, and rehabilitation takes about two weeks.
• Deep, such as phenol. They are made only in hospitals of plastic clinics. It destroys the entire dermis to the subcutaneous fat and is used in exceptional cases. After it, fresh skin will grow back within a month.

In an ideal world, only superficial peelings, because all the rest can only be done by a beautician. But on marketplaces, there is a chance to stumble upon a very aggressive remedy that will leave scars and hyperpigmentation if not handled properly.

Who Shouldn't Have Peels?

Although almost everyone can do peels, some people still costs refuse them. For example:

• pregnant, because an unstable hormonal background can lead to the appearance of hyperpigmentation after peeling;
• those who take retinoids by mouth, because the likelihood of scarring increases;
• patients with keloid scars (or with close relatives who have them) - these are such convex scars that are much larger than the injury itself;
• those who often have severe recurrent skin infections, such as herpesso as not to provoke severe inflammation.

What to do if you have dull, dehydrated skin

Dehydrated skin recovers worse. Therefore, peels should not be the first stage of treatment.

To improve complexion and cope with irregularities, surface compounds are usually sufficient. Sometimes they are even recommended to be done once a week or two. Such products can be applied at home. Usually, for dehydrated skin, choose something with lactic acid, which moisturizes, and almond, which improves complexion.

What to do if you have oily skin

Skin type is an innate characteristic, it does not change. This is the normal state. It does not mean that the face will be shiny or breakout. But the skin can look oily due to dehydration or other disorders. A cosmetologist will help to understand the reasons. He will correct your care.

What to do if you have rashes

Not all rashes will be manifestations of acne.

Remember that peels are not done on inflamed skin, as there is a risk of new rashes. And these funds are used during the period of remission and only in agreement with the dermatologist.

As with oily skin, mandelic and salicylic acids are usually chosen for acne. The first also evens out the complexion and protects against hyperpigmentation.

What to do if you have hyperpigmentation

hyperpigmentation - These are dark spots that appear due to uneven distribution of pigment in the skin. They occur after sun exposure, injury, during pregnancy or due to chronic diseases.

Whitening peels most often contain mandelic acid, as well as additional components such as vitamin C. They are needed to slow down the production of melanin.

Hyperpigmentation rarely occurs only in the superficial layers of the skin, so it is almost impossible to get rid of it at home. It is better to immediately contact a beautician and not spend money on new ones. home remedies.

What to do if you have wrinkles

Wrinkles are creases that occur when muscles move the skin.

Anti-aging peels often contain lactic and pyruvic acids, as well as peptides and antioxidants. These additional ingredients are needed in order to prevent cell damage by reactive oxygen species and stimulate the production hyaluronic acid and collagen.

What to do if you have post-acne and scars

post-acne - These are various acne complications, such as brown or bluish spots, rounded raised scars, or scars that resemble craters.

Get rid of scars and scars it is impossible at home - the problem is very deep, and attempts to solve it on your own will most likely lead to new craters. With such indications, it is better to make an appointment with a beautician.

What are the complications of peeling?

Peeling is, though controlled, but still a skin injury. Therefore, after it can to appear complications:

• redness, peeling and swelling;
• skin infection;
• hyperpigmentation;
• scarring.

And when conducting a deep phenol peel, the heart, liver and kidneys can suffer, because phenol is a toxic compound.

Complications will be proportional to the depth of exposure and the concentration of peeling.

Remember that for home use you should not buy professional aggressive products. The likelihood of experiencing complications is much higher than you think. So the benefits of such savings will be imaginary - treatment in the end can cost much more.