Professional Exfoliation Treatment A.K.A. Chemical Peel Benefits

Chemical peels have a deep history in the cosmetic treatment realm.  They were the first cosmetic treatment every created dating back to "Cleopatra" Egyptian times from 3,000 A.D. when enzymes/acids were used from sour milk (lactic acid today), and wine (tartaric acid) to exfoliate the skin leaving a glow once skin sloughed off.  However, even though chemical peels have proven their safety and efficacy throughout the years the term chemical peel can be frightening to many people who envision raw skin or the "Samantha from Sex in the City" peel episode.  So another great term for chemical peel is "Professional exfoliation treatment."
Professional Exfoliation Treatment A.K.A. chemical peel benefits are many but here are some of the top benefits for your skin.  Each exfoliating acid has a different mechanism of action resulting in various benefits which is why many manufacturers blend multiple acids to exfoliate dead skin cells and reveal healthier, new ones.
Alpha hydroxy acids such as glycolics, lactics, malics, and mandelics are water-soluble acids that disolve fibrous bonds that hold skin cells together allowing for easier exfoliation.  Glycolic acids are great for stimulating collagen while lactic acids are great for pigment lightening and extra hydration.
Trichloroacetic acid (TCA) is very popular in many chemical peels such as VI peels by Kalil.  It is a great acid which dissolves aging dead skin cells to reveal new ones and produces collagen.
Chemical peels are also beneficial for reducing wrinkles by stimulating new collagen.  They also break down excess pigmentation caused by sun damage or "Melasma".  Many chemical peels include a popular ingredient: Retinoids which are a form of vitamin A. They are great at stimulating cell turnover, inhibiting pigmentation and producing new elastin and collagen.
Overall chemical peels and professional exfoliation treatments are ideal for anyone wanting to refresh and brighten their skin without a lot of downtime.
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Winter Park Laser and Anti-Aging Center SEPTEMBER 2013 PROMOTIONS woman leaf behind her ”Reverse Dry, Aging, & Pigmented Skin” $50 OFF VI, Rejuvenize or Mini-Melanage Chemical Peels-these peels were designed to treat all skin types dealing with excess pigment, sun damage, or Melasma-see results in as little as one peel! Chemical Peels will exfoliate dead skin cells and rehydrate skin improving tone and texture. “REVERSE SIGNS OF AGING & SUN DAMAGE- COMBO ABLATIVE LASER RESURFACING TREATMENT” $350 OFF 1 FULL FACE TREATMENT PLUS 1 MEDIUM CHEMICAL PEEL & Avene Repair Kit FREE ($250 VALUE) ($250 OFF JUST CROW’S FEET) Experience a different type of ablative laser with only 4 days of down-time-erase fine lines, wrinkles, & sun damage with results lasting 5-10 years after only 1 treatment! juvederm before after “Liquid Face-lift without Surgery-Save $320″ Save $100 on 2 syringes of Juvederm & get 1 area of Botox FREE!! ALL OffersExpire: September 30, 2013 For more information on specials call (407)601-1185 or go to www.winterparklaser.com

Why You Shouldn't Be Intimidated By Chemical Peels

In our Medical Spa-Winter Park Laser & Anti-Aging Center we see many clients who have never done cosmetic treatments before. I am often asked what is the first treatment I recommend- and it is normally chemical peels or chemical peels combined with laser treatments because they can do so many benefits for the skin. However, a lot of times when I use the words "chemical peel" clients get uneasy and I have often been asked-"Will I look like Samantha from Sex and the City when she couldn't go out for weeks and looked like raw skin". The answer is NO! People are often uneducated about the types of chemical peels and levels as there are light, medium and strong peels and varying strengths within each of those. There are different types of chemical peels to address acne, wrinkles, scars, sun damage, Melasma, fine lines, pore size and texture. Here are some of the most common types of peels: Types of chemical peels Alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs). AHAs are a group of mild organic acids most often derived from fruit, sugar cane and milk. AHA peels promote increased epidermal sloughing and are best for clients who want to improve skin tone and reduce the appearance of fine lines, acne scars and other dark marks. The most common AHAs are glycolic, lactic, tartaric and malic acids. In addition, there are many hybrid AHAs that have emerged in the esthetic marketplace. These acids exfoliate dead skin cells to reveal a fresher, brighter, younger-looking complexion. Often called a “lunchtime” peel," AHAs are popular because they cause only minimal irritation and require no downtime. Beta hydroxy acid (BHA). BHA (also known as salicylic acid) treats the same skin conditions as AHAs; however, it penetrates the epidermis more deeply than AHA peels. Salicylic acid is found in wintergreen leaves and birch bark, and it has been used for decades to treat conditions, such as acne, warts and psoriasis. BHA peels are considered anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial. These peels work well with sensitive, oily and acne-prone skin. It is important to note that because salicylic acid has properties similar to aspirin, it should not be used on clients with aspirin allergies. Jessner’s. Stronger than BHAs, the Jessner’s peel is also good for treating oily skin, acne and fine lines. Still considered a light peel (unless multiple coats are applied, in which case it is a deep peel), Jessner’s often combines salicylic acid, resorcinol and lactic acid in an ethanol solution--depending on the manufacturer. This peel removes dead skin throughout a period of six to 10 days. This treatment works especially well for clients with pigment irregularities, including melasma. Trichloroacetic acid.TCA is a standard agent in medium-level chemicals peels. As TCA is a deeper peel than Jessner’s, it must be performed under a physician’s supervision unless the peel is less than 10% TCA. This peel works to coagulate skin protein in order to treat skin imperfections, discoloration, fine lines and wrinkles. This peel needs to be used with caution when treating darker skin tones, because there is a risk of the peel causing hyperpigmentation. These are just a few types of chemical peels-there are hundreds of blends and combinations to meet your needs. Find an experienced medical aesthetician and ask for a free consultation. For more information on chemical peels and why to not be intimidated go to www.winterparklaser.com