After the peel, the stinging feeling can be relieved with a cold compresses. Strong peels like phenol usually require stronger pain medications.
After the procedure, it is very important to avoid the sun. A sunscreen is highly recommended when going out. If a strong chemical peel was used, the physician may even prescribe a short course of oral antibiotics.
The overall appearance of the skin after any peel is similar to that of a sunburnt skin. The skin will definitely become red and may breakout in blisters. The skin starts to peel over the next few days. Scaling may occur but it is transient and replaced by newly formed skin in several weeks.
What are complications of chemical peels?
Chemical peels can cause complications if care is not undertaken by the therapist. In some dark skinned individuals, the peel may cause excessive darkening or lightening of skin. This complication is sometimes not reversible. Peels can also activate the herpes virus and may require drug therapy for pain relief.
Some individuals may develop excessive scars or keloid formation. Any patient who is prone to keloids should not under chemical peel treatment.
What is cost of a chemical peel?
The cost of chemical peel is variable but starts anywhere from $75-$500 per session. Most people need several peeling treatments for the best cosmetic result. Today, milder concentrations of chemical peels are also available for home use.
Final point
Chemical peels are not a great way to change the appearance of skin. The lighter strength peels are a waste of money and the higher strength peels are associated with many complications. Chemical peels are a poor person’s choice. There are many better alternatives available today. Individuals, who are thinking of getting a chemical peel, should seriously think about the procedure. Sometimes it is better to live with an acne scar than have a face that is completely messed up by a chemical peel.
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