Concentrations Of 20-30% Are Used For Chemical Peels

In the past chemical facial peels were always carried out by dermatologists but it is now available to regular consumers to buy and with the average price of a peel being $120, many are opting to try at home chemical peels instead. Chemical peels remove the top layers of dead skin to reveal layers beneath, resulting in healthier, brighter looking skin. Whether you want to eliminate acne scars, fade dark marks, lighten your skin or reduce wrinkles and fine lines, at home chemical peels can be used to get these great results in privacy.

There are many types of chemical peels available and not all are suitable for home use. This article describes the different type of peels available for home use and what they are best for treating. The acid strengths for at home chemical peels is generally milder than those used by a dermatologist but they are sufficient in treatment minor hyperpigmentation problems such as freckles, acne scars, melasma, generally lightening the skin or reducing wrinkles and fine lines.

The group of acids typically used for chemical peels are called alpha hydroxyl acids or AHAs and are usually naturally occurring, derived from plants and fruit. AHAs tend to only offer superficial peels but superficial peels are sufficient to fade dark marks, acne scars or other hyperpigmentation problems and all that is recommended for use at home.

Glycolic Acid is derived from sugar cane and is one of the most popular acids used for at home chemical peels. It is commonly used to treat uneven skin tone and fine lines concentrations of 10-30% are most common.

Lactic Acid is another type of AHA and is obtained from milk. As with other AHAs, lactic acid peels will work to even out skin tone, fade mild scars and reduce fine wrinkles.

Salicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid (BHA) so is a little milder than its glycolic and lactic acid counterparts. It is derived from the bark of willow trees and another one of the acids used for superficial peels. Concentrations of 20-30% are used for chemical peels.

TCA or trichloroethanoic acid penetrates the skin a little deeper than AHAs and salicylic acid but when used in concentrations of up to about 30%, it is still considered safe for home use.

Which acid you choose for an at home chemical peel depends on the severity of your hyperpigmentation problems. Glycolic acid, lactic acid and salicylic acid are used for superficial peeling and TCA for a slightly deeper peel. In any case, your skin will take a few days to peel and then heal and there are some precautions you should take before and after a peel.

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