Acne Scarring – Get Rid Of Acne Scars With Chemical Peels

By Julie S. Stricker 2 weeks ago

If you think your acne scars are depriving you of a healthy social life, then maybe it’s time to consult a dermatologist regarding the best option to treat your scars. A very popular method used is a chemical peel as this procedure has been a staple in many cosmetic and dermatology clinics.

A chemical peel needs a special solution to peel away your old skin so as to be replaced with a fresh epidermal layer. A milder type of face peel can be done at home, but deeper peels are to be done in a doctor’s clinic.

In this method, a special solution is carefully applied onto your skin. After the medication is applied, your skin might feel a burning sensation. Days after, your skin will peel off, revealing a younger looking complexion.

Chemical peels can be classified according to the kind of chemical they use and the kind of scars they can treat:

  • Alpha Hydroxy Acid-based peels (AHA) – These facial formula can smoothen rough spots, help control acne, improve your overall complexion, and can lessen the appearances of shallow acne scars. Since this treatment is only effective on shallow scars, the effect is not that long lasting and several treatments may be required so as to get the desired outcome.

  • Trichloroacetic Acid-based peels (TCA) – TCA peels are stronger than AHA peels. Because of its potency, this procedure can smoothen out lines, wrinkles, remove blemishes, and treat skin discoloration. Although the results are more long lasting than AHA peels, TCA treatments can be repeated to maintain the healthy glow.

  • Phenol-based peels – These are the most potent treatments among the three. But because of their potency, the healing and recovery process is longer. These treatments are viable options for you if your acne scars are very deep and severe. The effect is long lasting and the dramatic results are easily noticed.

    Since chemical peels remove the old skin layer, the newly-grown skin might appear pinkish or reddish at first. This fresh but sensitive layer should always be protected from the harmful rays of the sun by using sunblocks daily.

    These treatments do not promise a 100% guarantee that all of your acne scars will be erased. The success of chemical peels will always depend on the severity of your scars and on the sensitivity of your skin.

    The actual process will not take more than two hours but recovery may take at least a week. To further ensure the success of the procedure, listen to your dermatologist regarding the post-procedure skin care tips. You may also need someone else to assist you in applying the necessary ointments to speed up the recovery process.

    Your expectations regarding the outcome of chemical peels should be realistic enough. These methods are just ways to lessen the appearances of deep scars or remove shallow scars but they will not completely cure your acne.

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