Chemical peeling is a technique used to improve the skin appearance and poses no/ minimal risk when performed by educated practitioners. In addition to improving the texture of skin and reducing darkness and mild wrinkling, peels are also useful in treatment of Acne, Rosacea and Melasma.

Types of Peels-
The name chemical peel is a misnomer. They are not chemicals and it does not result in peeling off of skin. These are in turn derived from plant sources.

Various types of Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHA) and BETA Hydroxy Acids (BHA) peels are used. Ex. Glycolic acid 20%, 35%, 50%, 70%, Salicylic acid 30%, 50%, TCA 15%, 35%, 50% etc. Newer peels like Milk peels, fruit peels, lightening peels are also available.

Anyone above age of 14 with following skin problems.

• Pimples
• Dry, leathery skin
• Wrinkling, fine lines
• Deep wrinkles
• Melasma or Hyper pigmentation on face /body
• Dark circles around eyes

​After a consultation with dermatologist, you will be advised creams for priming skin (preparing for peel), sunscreen use and antioxidant preparation.

​It is performed on an outpatient basis in our procedure room. The skin is cleansed to remove excess dirt / oil and a small patch test is performed. Then depending on our doctors assessment , a chemical peeling agent (above mentioned) is applied on area selected for treatment. Most patients experience a warm mild stinging sensation that lasts for 5-10 mins. After a short while they are neutralized.( Some peels require long duration to act, so patients can be sent back home with peel on and neutralized later). A soothing cream is applied followed by sunscreen.

​They produce a chemically controlled wound, enabling new, refreshed skin to appear.

Depending on type of peel, there can be mild redness, followed by very thin scaling in a period of a week. During this time, the advised post procedure care instruction should be strictly followed to avoid any post peel unwanted colour changes.

If procedure is performed by expert and experienced hands and post peel care is taken properly, the chances of any complications are minimal. Post peeling skin is dry and sensitive, so use of moisturizer and sunscreen and physical methods of sun protection is mandatory.