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 chemical peels

My first chemical peel was the stonger the the first one my ...[more]
Houston, TX Dec 06, 2009

 A medium chemical peel gave me amazing results

I had a medium chemical peel and its the only procedure that...[more]
Boston, MA Nov 27, 2009

 Chemical Peel Works Well

I had a really mild peel done last month to brighten up my a...[more]
Sacramento, CA Nov 16, 2009
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Q: What can a chemical peel treat?

Chemical peels are used to provide exfoliation, skin rejuvenation... [Read More]

Q: Which is better, a microdermabrasion or chemical peel?
Both aim to remove the upper skin layers. They are both used to... [Read More]
Q: Which chemical peel solution is better?

There are a variety of chemical peels solutions with various risks... [Read More]

The Patient's Guide
to Chemical Peel

The Patient's Guide is the most respected online publication providing information about chemical peels. Our aim is to provide you with unbiased, detailed information about treatment and applications. The information published here is written and provided by some of America's foremost dermatologists and skin surgery experts. Information provided by individuals on this site should be considered opinion and cannot replace the advice of and consultation with a physician, but can be educational and help let you know more about chemical peels.

Chemical Peel Providers

The goal of the Patient's Guide is to provide quality information about TCA, Glycolic and various other acid types, as well as a list of physicians who offer treatment near you. There are an abundance of treatments marketed today, both for in-home use as well as in spas and clinics, which claim to be highly effective. The best option is, and always has been, to consult with a physician with experience and knowledge of skin care. These professionals are the most likely to give you the range of options available to you and help you form a treatment course which will give you results you can be satisfied with.

Chemical Peels - A Quick Way to Improve Skin

Many people are looking for a simple way to improve their skin without surgery or a facelift. Aging and sun-damaged skin may develop redness, blemishes, facial veins and pigment, deep wrinkles, cancerous or precancerous lesions or spotting. Its important to have a plastic surgeon or dermatologist look at your skin to evaluate your needs. This procedure uses a chemical solution, usually an acid, to ‘peel’ away the top layers of the epidermis in order to improve conditions such as acne, irregular pigmentation or wrinkles. Chemical peels have been in use for a number of years and are a highly popular way to improve the texture and look of skin. Over half a million people have a session performed each year. There are a wide variety of peels available, each with its own unique benefits as well as risks. This website is dedicated to providing people looking for better skin a place to become educated about the use of these peels, and whether they may be right for you. Note that patients taking Retin-a may be more sensitive and should notify their doctor.

 
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