Chemical Peels in Plymouth Meeting

If you are unhappy with the appearance of your complexion or would like to refresh your skin, a chemical peel is a great option to see a dramatic result. Chemical peels in Plymouth Meeting can provide you with fewer fine lines, a smoother texture, a reduction in hyperpigmentation and a more vibrant glow.

Let our team help your skin look and feel its best with a professional chemical peel. Our treatments can be customized to address a variety of concerns and skin types. For more information, connect with Metro Laser today.

What Is A Chemical Peel?

Performed in-house by our medical estheticians, a chemical peel involves the application of a specialized solution on your face. This chemical solution, which is made from either glycolic, lactic, or salicylic acid, deeply exfoliates the skin and safely dissolves and removes dead skin cells. It also kick-starts the skin’s regeneration process, particularly by helping rebuild two of the most important components of the skin: collagen and elastin. The result: healthy, luminous, and younger-looking skin is revealed.

Professional chemical peels in Plymouth Meeting are typically broken into 3 categories: light, medium, and deep. Different formulations are used for each category depending on the amount of absorption needed to achieve the desired result. Our team will guide you through your options and help you decide which type of chemical peel is right for you during a comprehensive consultation.

What Does a Chemical Peel Treat?

Though chemical peels are most often applied to the face, we also advise men and women to use them on the neck and hands–often, these highly visible areas are neglected. Treating your skin to professional chemical peels is one of the most effective ways to treat a variety of skin concerns, including the signs of aging (such as fine lines, wrinkles, ), uneven skin tone (like hyperpigmentation, skin discoloration, and melasma), and uneven skin texture (caused by environmental damage, sun damage, scarring, acne scarring, and ).

What Type of Peel Is Best for Me?

There are many things to consider when choosing what type of chemical peel is best for your skin including how much improvement you would like to see versus what strength of acidic solution your skin can safely tolerate. Light chemical peels only address the outermost layer of skin and do not produce dramatic results. However, they still provide improvement to your overall complexion and are superior to any at-home treatments you can buy. These peels are a good introduction treatment and can be combined with other treatments and procedures.

Medium chemical peels provide a more dramatic improvement in issues including age spots, sun damage, and more moderate lines and wrinkles. These treatments typically require some downtime and mild discomfort during recovery is expected.

Deep chemical peels are intended for skin conditions that need the most dramatic improvements. Downtime for deep peels can take up to 2 to 3 weeks. In many instances, laser-based treatments may be a better option to address more significant concerns with less downtime. Our Plymouth Meeting team will help you customize a treatment plan that gives you the best results while remaining safe for your skin.

How Do I Care For My Skin Following My Chemical Peel?

Caring for your skin is essential to achieving optimal and long-lasting results from your chemical peel in Plymouth Meeting. The depth of your peel will determine how much peeling occurs, and how long healing takes. You should avoid picking off any peeling skin prematurely.

Your skin may feel tighter and appear darker in pigmented areas. Generally, after the first week, you should begin to see a noticeable improvement in your complexion.  Be sure that you moisturize and hydrate your skin thoroughly. Do not over-exfoliate your skin or apply harsh products to it. Always wear sun protection and SPF–even if you are not exposing your skin directly to the sun.

Following these recovery tips, as well as any personalized advice our estheticians give to you during your procedure will help ensure beautiful results.

Reveal Healthy Skin with A Chemical Peel in Plymouth Meeting

If you are looking for a treatment that safely and effectively addresses a variety of facial skin concerns we have the ideal solution for you. Our chemical peels can help your skin look refreshed, rejuvenated, and event-ready.

For more information about your chemical peel in Plymouth Meeting, book an initial consultation with our full-service medical spa today.