Chemical Exfoliation
Acne.org’s Real World Take
Common sense might tell us that chemical peels seem like such a great idea for acne, but in the real world, acid alone just doesn’t seem to completely take care of acne. They can also be expensive and leave the skin red and peeling for a few days every time you get one.
Chemical Exfoliation
How to Get It
Have a dermatologist? Make an appointment to get this procedure done. Don't have a dermatologist? See The American Academy of Dermatology Physician Database to find one. Do not try this at home!
Used Chemical Peels? Rate It:
Choose from 1 to 5 stars
July 11, 2007
Cons:
burns like crap and downtime and hyperpigmentation o darker skinned people
I love it. I'm an estetician and I believe that light skinned people should use it. I've got 50% on my whole back and chest. I worked up to it. I suggest retin-a .1% for 2 weeks,then 12%, then 20%, then 30%, and then as high as 50% if you need it. Take 1 and 1/2 months break in between. Use aquafure for first week post peel. This is a breathable vasoline, then use blue copper by osmotics for the healing period. Best tca internet peel is Yavonne. If you carefull you will see great results. Ive worked for a dermatologist and they rip you off, and they don't know anymore about tca's than you can learn on the internet yourself. I suggest start with glycolic and salycilic peels at first then work up to 12% tca and so. See how you skin reacts to each one.
June 23, 2007
Pros:
within 24 hours, the redness had subsided and my skin was really glowing and fresh. Instand revitalization.
Whole procedure took 10 minutes
Cons:
redness, slight burning and tingling, tightness immediately after the procedure
worth it, but you have to go every couple of weeks.
i've only had the lightest peel done, however.
June 20, 2007
Product used: Glycolic Acid Peel
Pros:
reduces redness, acne,
enhances skin tone, skin texture softness etc
reduces raised scars
Cons:
makes u very dry and flaky for a few days and u most likely will have a break out in those few days
i had microdermabrasion first followed by a glycolic peel folled by pdt for 8 minutes blu-u after only one session of the above i have had amazing results, i suffer from acne, acne scarring and redness have suffered for the past on and off 10 years ... and my redness is reduced dramitcally already i cant beleive it!!! did get a break out and was red for two daysbut nothing to bad.. Overall skin is looking really really good 6 days after treatment!!!!! I am scheduled for this every month cant wait to see the overall result
May 25, 2007
Product used: Glycolic Acid Peel
Pros:
Great treatment
Cons:
Takes a Few peels to see results
I have literally tried hundreds of products over the last couple of years. None seemed to help I have been on thr regimine for about 6 months with little results. Frusterated,I decided that I would try out a estatition. I decided on microdermaabrasion with a glycolic peel. AMAZING! The first couple of sessions did make me brake out but after the fourth my skin looks better than it's looked in years. I am now trying MD Forte's glycolic face wash along with a glycolic mosturizer and can really see a differance in my skin. Try it , it migh work for you too.
May 24, 2007
Pros:
evened out my skin tone temporarily
Cons:
caused further scaring from excessive peeling....for pickers the peeling skin is bad news, i constantly wanted to pick
After I had shed all the skin my face was glowing for about a week, but then it went right back to its old ways with even more scarring from excessive peeling
I am going to try again with a lower level peel, change my diet and keep my hands off my face
May 19, 2007
Pros:
I've struggled with acne since I was a teenager (now in 30s). The glycloic acid peels and other fruit peels work great for acne temporarily. I've had one 30% TCA peel and I've had a huge reduction in acne scarring, blotchiness, and skin tone.
Cons:
Be prepared... after a TCA peel, you will be frightened that you are scarred for life, as your skin will look like a burn victim. But after the skin turns brown and begins to come off, your skin will look amazing! DON'T PULL THE SKIN OFF!!!
The healing time of the other peels are just a nuisance. Chemical peels done through a good dermatologist have transformed my skin! But I would NEVER do it myself!! With the TCA peel I was given antibiotics and anitviral medication.
April 7, 2007
Pros:
chemical peels are more beneficial than microdermabrasion! however the results take longer to see...
Cons:
excessive peeling... dry irratated skin
It works...patience is key when dealing with acne
April 6, 2007
Pros:
None, unless you consider lightening your wallet for nothing a pro.
Cons:
Waste of money, made my face worse, made huge permanent dark marks on my face.
If you are going to get a chemical peel, do NOT get a TCA peel. I had a low 15% peel and it RUINED my face. It felt like a blow torch was being put to my face when it was applied (by a nurse at my dermatologist's office), I looked like a burn victim for the next week and I could only take two days off from work, and when I went back, co-workers didn't even recognize me! I took two weeks to heal, and it left huge scars all over and made my acne worse! I regret it totally now and I am now wasting more money to correct this disaster. If you are going to get a peel, get a Beta-Lift peel. They are lighter & you have to get them done more often, but they actually work and they don't leave scarring and you can go right back to work. Again, please trust me. Go with Beta-Lift peels. The TCA's are too risky and you may regret it like me. What really blows me away is that they have do-it-yourself home kits for these! What is the FDA thinking?! I went to a doctor and it was a disa
April 5, 2007
Pros:
given your comments regarding the pain you experienced during your peels I was hesitant to try it. My dermatologist that gave me something called a Refinity peel... it has something in it that lessens the pain but works the same.
Cons:
none really. some mild tingling is all I felt.
I recommend it. I've had several now and have noticed good results with no discomfort. Their take home products are great too.
March 29, 2007
I had a TCA peel for acne scars, indents, and dark spots. I purshased 50% Tca on e-bay. Diluted it to 35%. It worked great for me the dark spots are gone my skin looks smoother and I actually look younger. My acne scars look smaller now. I feel so much better about my self now. I dont have to hide a home. I will be doing another in about 6 months.
Pros:
awesome results on light skin