29 Oct The Truth About Chemical Peels
Most people have heard about chemical peels, but not everyone understands what they entail—or how important it is to depend on an oculofacial plastic surgery clinic like Oasis Eye Face and Skin for these life-changing treatments. Dr. Schiedler is an eye specialist who attended the top programs in the country, and only recommends procedures that are both safe and effective.
What You Need To Know
There are various types of chemical peels, ranging from mild to a deep chemical peel. Every treatment is customized for the patient’s skin and goals. The more intensive the chemical peel, the more downtime that is required. Bear in mind that a deep chemical peel can be a non-surgical alternative to a facelift, making a person look several years younger. Understanding post-treatment care and recovery periods is foundational during your consultation.
You might see chemical peels offered at spas or as an at-home procedure, but the reality is that these types of chemical peels are mild at best. It can also be very risky to try a DIY approach or choose someone who isn’t qualified to apply your chemical peel. Only experts have an in-depth knowledge of the right chemical peel for your skin, maintain the best quality control, and are highly skilled in spotting complications and removing the chemical peel with best practices.
Another important chemical peel fact to know is that results aren’t immediate (although they can be seen pretty quickly). You will always look “worse” immediately afterward, because the top layers of skin need to peel in order to reveal the much healthier skin below the surface. It’s important to plan a chemical peel around any major events, allowing for two to four weeks of healing depending on the intensity of your chemical peel.
Schedule Your Appointment Today
Finally, one of the biggest myths of all is that chemical peels are only for older people. This isn’t true, and chemical peels can be a great method for preventative care. You can somewhat “start over” to treat your newly revealed skin with the care and protection it needs. This will allow your skin to remain younger-looking for a longer time. To learn more about chemical peels in Medford, contact Dr. Schiedler at Oasis Eye Face and Skin today.