Chemical Peels in Houston

Chemical peels are one of the oldest skin care treatments—and they’re as popular today as they’ve ever been. For an anti-aging, rejuvenating, and complexion-improving look, you can’t beat a facial peel. 

In Houston and beyond, those in the know turn to the procedure at strategic times as an element of their skincare regime. The following provides an overview of what a chemical peel is, what it does, and why you might want to consider having one.

Chemical Peels 101

• What is a chemical peel?
• Why have a chemical peel?

What is a chemical peel?

Quite simply, it involves applying a chemical solution to the skin of the face that removes dead skin cells and stimulates the growth of new ones. There are 3 different types of chemical peels:

• Superficial
• Medium
• Deep

The most common ones are superficial and medium depth—these can be carried out multiple times during a person’s lifetime, as long as a sufficient length of time is left between treatments.

A deep chemical peel is pretty invasive and is only carried out in certain situations. It’s usually a one-time-only, never to be repeated treatment. This is because, as the name suggests, it removes deeper layers of skin and has long-lasting effects.

Why have a chemical peel?

There are multiple reasons to consider a chemical peel. These included:

• Anti-aging
• Erases fine lines and wrinkles
• Minimizes the look of overly large pores
• Balances the texture and smooths the overall look
• Can help fade any discoloration or age/sunspots
• Reduces the look of scars
• Treats acne scars

Deep chemical peels are sometimes used to remove precancerous growths.

It’s also important to know what chemical peels can’t do—and that is to tighten sagging skin. There are also some potential side effects, which include the following:

• Common: Swelling, scabbing, and redness. This might take a couple of weeks or so to reduce after a light peel. With medium and deep peels, this can last for a few months.
• Less common: Infection, such as a flare-up of cold sores (the herpes virus). 
• Rare: Scarring—most usually on the lower area of the face where there’s less fat below the surface. It’s treated with steroids and antibiotics.
• Rare: Changes in skin color—either lightening or darkening. It’s more common in those with darker skin. The color changes can be permanent.
• Extremely rare: Liver, kidney, or heart damage. There is a link between this and the carbolic acid used in deep peels. Because of this, the procedure is carried out in 10–20-minute intervals to limit exposure

Because of these potential side effects, it’s essential to only have chemical peels carried out by a qualified person. 

How to find the Best Chemical Peels in Houston and Beyond

• Questions to ask before having a chemical peel

Questions to ask before having a chemical peel

Always ask the following before choosing a practitioner.

• Are you qualified to perform the procedure? (avoid those who’ve only undertaken a short training course).
• Are you listed on a named register to show you’re licensed to carry out chemical peels?
• What experience do you have in carrying out chemical peels?
• Why am I a suitable candidate?
• What are the risks and how do you reduce them?
• What aftercare is provided?
• What happens if something goes wrong?
• What insurance coverage do you have?

Ready to Discover the Best Chemical Peels in Houston? Contact Bayou City Dermatology Today

Much as it might be considered a little boastful to extol your own services, Bayou City has many reasons to say why we really are the best in the business. Our dermatologically trained clinicians undergo continual training to ensure they provide the most cutting-edge, high-end, quality treatments to our wonderful clients.

For us, seeing you achieve and enjoy your best possible skin is the whole reason we exist. Whether it’s a chemical peel, laser resurfacing, or other treatment, you can rest assured that we only advise and carry out the optimal processes that will lift your skin to levels you might only have dreamed of.

Discover the wonders of chemical peels at https://www.bayoucitydermatology.com/cosmetic/chemical-peels and get in touch to discuss this or any other of our extensive treatment range