Peeling treatment is the process of peeling the skin with the help of various chemical agents. Thanks to these chemical
agents applied, damage to the skin occurs and the skin is revitalized and renewed as it heals.
What is peeling used for?
Peeling treatment is frequently applied for skin blemishes, acne, acne scars and photoaging. .
Depending on the content of the chemical agents used, the skin can be peeled superficially, moderately or deeply.
What is used in peeling treatment?
The most commonly used agents are fruit acids called alpha hydroxy acid (AHA), It is trichloroacetic acid, salicylic acid and
Jessner solution.
When is peeling done?
Peeling treatment is generally applied in autumn and winter months when the sun loses its effect, it is not recommended to be applied
in summer.
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How is peeling treatment applied?
The skin is cleaned before the procedure. The hair is removed with a bonnet, and after the eyes are protected with cotton
, the peeling agent to be applied is applied to the skin. The process is completed in approximately 2-5 minutes and the peeling agent is removed from the skin with neutralizing
solution or water. After the procedure, moisturizing creams are applied to the skin and the patient is recommended to apply it for a few days. Protection from the sun is very important and it is not recommended to go out without applying sun
cream. This process can be repeated within 2-4
weeks, depending on the depth of the peeling process, resulting in a total of 4-6 sessions.
Who cannot undergo peeling? It cannot be applied to those who have used treatment, those who have infection or open wounds on their face, or those who have active herpes. In addition, peeling
treatment is not recommended for patients with very dark skin color, those with poor wound healing (keloid), those at risk of exposure to intense sunlight, those who have recently undergone facial surgery, smokers and those taking blood
thinners. It is not recommended for those who use medication.
What are the complications that may occur after peeling?
Complications that may occur are post-procedure stain formation, infection, allergic reactions and scar formation on the face.
Conclusion
Peeling treatment will yield successful results as a result of correct patient selection and good patient-doctor relationship.
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