How do Chemical Peels work?
Chemical peeling is a technique used to improve the appearance of the skin and it can be
used on all areas of the body. Chemical peels induce exfoliation of the skin through the
application of various chemical agents.
The chemical agent is applied to your skin where you may feel a warm and stinging
sensation which could last about five to ten minutes.
After a period of time our medical expert will remove the peel and your skin may be
slightly pink to red depending on the peel which has been used.
The new regenerated skin is more uniform in colour, smoother and less wrinkled giving a
more youthful look overall, with a reduction in the appearance of pitted scars. It will
enhance your appearance and your self confidence.
Which
Chemical Peels is suitable for me?
There are different types of peels, differing in their intensities.
Alphahydroxy acids (AHA)are the lightest, mildest peels.
These are superficial peels - They are most commonly used, they removes the outer layer of
cells, lightly exfoliating the skin to give a healthy glow. AHA peels may be used to treat
fine wrinkling, sun damage, and areas of dryness, uneven pigmentation and acne.
Trichloroaetic acid: medium depth peel, targeting surface wrinkles and blemishes.
This penetrates further into the skin to reduce small wrinkles and acne scars, and to even
out skin colour and tone.
Phenol: Deep peel - the strongest of the peeling agents.
It is used mainly to treat patients with coarse facial wrinkles, areas of blotchy or
damaged skin caused by sun exposure, or pre-cancerous growths. A popular area for using
the phenol peel is around the mouth to help eradicate deeper wrinkles.
Our highly experienced medical expert will advise on which peel you require, depending on
the condition you are being treated for.
What can Chemical
Peels treat?
:: Ageing Skin ::
:: Acne and greasy skin ::
:: Acne Scars ::
:: Melasma ::
:: Fine lines and wrinkles ::
:: Sun spots ::
:: Freckles ::
:: Uneven skin ::
How many Chemical peels do I need?
Usually a series of at least 2 to 4 very superficial and superficial peels are needed to
treat ageing skin and acne scars.
For deep scars and lines and wrinkles one to two medium peels may be needed.
Our highly experienced medical expert will advise on how many peels you require, depending
on the condition you are being treated for.
What do I need to do before a peel?
It is a very easy program.
You may be placed on a home care programme for at least 2-3 weeks prior to your first
peel. This is important, as your skin must be prepared for the peel.
The home care programme will consist of a selection of products, which
will introduce your skin to the program. This plays an important part of the overall peel
procedure, as continuous home care programme is important in the success of your peels.
A factor 30 sun block is always included in the home care programme.
What is it like
afterwards?
Superficial peels result in mild facial redness and occasional swelling but this usually
resolves within 48 hours.
Medium peels result in a more intense redness and possible swelling, which usually has a
recovery time of 5-10 days.
Are there any side
effects
During the treatment you may experience a mild stinging sensation, which will disappear
quickly.
Some pinkness may occur depending on the sensitivity of the skin. In some
instances flaking of the skin after your peel is normal, this should subside during the
first few days post peel.
How the treatment
is carried out
How much does it cost?
Chemical Peels treatments starting from £150.
Who performs the
treatment?
Dr Aamer Khan MB, ChB graduated from the University of Birmingham in 1986, and has had a
diverse medical training including dermatology and surgery and splits his time between the
private arena and working as a General Practitioner in the NHS.
When it comes to aesthetic medicine he does a full health assessment including medical
history, diet and lifestyle to get a good understanding of how the ageing process is
affecting his patients and can help them in both reparative and preventative programmes.
Before and After Pictures
  
before treatment after treatment
before
treatment after treatment
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