What is a chemical peel?
Sun exposure, acne, or just getting older can leave your skin tone uneven, wrinkled, spotted or scarred. A chemical peel uses a chemical solution to improve the texture and tone of your skin by removing the damaged outer layers.
A chemical peel is one of the most cost-effective ways to improve the appearance of your skin. However, the likely result of the chemical peel depends on the chemical and technique used.
Conditions that a chemical peel can improve include:
- Acne or acne scars
- Enlarged pore
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Irregular skin pigmentation and melasma
- Rough skin and scaly patches
- Certain scars
- Sun-damaged skin
What a chemical peel can’t do?
- Treat deep facial lines or wrinkles
- Significantly tighten loose or sagging skin
- Remove deep scars
Dr Matilda Mphahlele offers superficial glycolic acid peels, TCA peels, salicylic acid peels, retinol peels, lactic acid peels etc. Patients of any skin type can have a chemical peel, but Dr Matilda Mphahlele will advise on which peel is suitable for your skin type and skin condition.
