IS glycolic acid treatment covered by insurance?
No, all chemical peels are considered cosmetic and not covered by medical insurance.
Who performs cosmesis with glycolic acid peels?
There are thousands of salons, spas, and clinics that offer peels. The majority people who perform chemical peels for cosmesis are technicians. There is zero quality control when it comes to use of chemicals in the cosmetic industry. A significant number of these individuals do not even know how to spell anti-sepsis nor do they understand the concept of patient safety. Everyone seems to be using these peeling agents- so choose your practitioner well
What is cost of glycolic acid peels?
Some of the home glycolic acid peels (20%-30%) cost anywhere from $30-$60. Cost of a single session therapy averages $70-$200. Higher strength acid peels used by a physician can cost anywhere from $1,000-$3,000.
Final point
Glycolic acid is an average chemical peel. All home chemical peels can be described in one word- bullshit. They simply do not work. Therefore, the consumer should avoid buying any type of home chemical peel.
Glycolic acid peels used at a spa or a physician office are higher strength and do the job for minor skin imperfection. For those with deep wrinkles, acne scars, or severe photo aged skin, peels are useless. You have a greater chance of developing a complication than improving your skin.
So please consumers, read about the product, ask questions, read testimonials, and always get a second opinion. There is no permanent treatment for fine lines, wrinkles or photo aged skin. Botox is perhaps the best. Most of the low strength peels are scams, the higher strength may work, but there is always the possibility of a complication, which may turn you from a princess into Godzilla.
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