Have you been unhappy when you’ve looked in the mirror lately? Your skin may not have the youthful glow it once had or maybe you’re bothered by wrinkles, pores, or other skin blemishes. You may be afraid of a full surgical procedure or not ready to handle the expense, but anti-aging creams are not giving you the results you want. Micro peels may be the perfect solution for you.
A micro peel is a chemical procedure that exfoliates and removes dead outer skin cells. The procedure takes about thirty minutes and can be customized to target your particular skin problems whether they are discoloration, blemishes, or wrinkles. A micro peel is a three part process. Initially, your skin will be lightly scraped to remove dead skins and debris. Then a glycolic or lactic acid solution is applied to your skin to further remove and loosen any unwanted debris and dead skin cells. The patient may feel tingling or an itching sensation when the solution is applied. Thirdly, dry ice will be applied and massaged into the skin in a circular motion. Application of moisturizing cream will follow the treatment.
The procedure may cause some redness which usually disappears after a few days. Center for Smart Skin recommends undergoing the procedure during the weekend so redness will be almost gone by the Monday. Micro peels will leave your skin looking glowing, but for best results it may be necessary to have multiple applications. Micro peels are reasonably priced and treatments can soften skin, reduce wrinkles and blemishes, and provide more even skin tone. After having a micro peel, cosmetics can be applied as usual. To maintain the benefits of micro peels, follow the skin care recommendations of your physician. If the appropriate skin care regiment is not followed, the benefits of a micro peel may be minimized. Following initial treatments, micro peels should be repeated every quarter to maximize their benefit.
Although micro peels are safe for most patients, they are not recommended for pregnant patients. In addition, you should check with a physician to make sure that they are the right procedure for your skin problem.
As people are living longer and the desire for a more youthful appearance is embraced, micro peels are gaining in popularity. Given their reasonable costs, their visible benefits, and the ease, speed, and comfort of the procedure, a micro peel may be ideal for your skin.
