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TCA Peel (Trichloroacetic Acid Peel)

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TCA peels are typically the most common type of chemical peel. Trichloroacetic acid (TCA) peels are another peel that, depending on their concentration, can be a deep or superficial peel. They work through their acidity, which burns away the surface skin, allowing new skin to heal in its place. It is advisable to wear sunscreen after having a TCA peel.

How TCA Peels Work

A TCA peel destroys the surface of the skin and allows new, smoother skin to come back and heal over in its place. A TCA solution is applied to the skin, typically for 10 to 15 minutes. The solution is then removed and within a few days new, smoother skin will emerge.

What It Treats

With a TCA peel you typically see some tightening of the skin, you get improvements in brown spots, reduction in surface blemishes, some smoothing out of pigment problems, and a general resurfacing.

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Last Modified: March 24, 2008

Frequently Asked Questions
	What is a Chemical Peel?	What is TCA Peel (Trichloroacetic Acid)?
	What can a Chemical Peel Treat?	What are Phenol Peels?
	Does a Chemical Peel Hurt?	What is an Erbium Laser?
	How much does a Chemical Peel Cost?	What is a CO2 laser?
	What are the Recovery Times?	What is Hypopigmentation?
	How long does it take?	What is Hyperpigmentation?
	Are there possible side effects?	What is the Stratum Corneum?
	What are Alpha Hydroxy Acid Peels?	What is the Epidermis?
	What are Glycolic Acid Peels?	What are Keratolytics?

The information contained in the above article is purely for educational purposes and is not intended to provide any medical advice. Always consult with your physician before having any medical procedure performed.

TCA Peel (Trichloroacetic Acid Peel)

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How TCA Peels Work

What It Treats

Frequently Asked Questions