Acid facial peel

Dull skin is often referred to as “earthy”. To prevent your complexion from being honored with this dubious epithet, try acid-based peeling – it will restore radiance and a healthy look to your skin. And quickly.

What is an acid peel

Billions of keratinized scales are exfoliated from our skin every day. If this did not happen, the skin would have a pale, dull appearance, and at the same time would have acquired acne and flaking. Ugly prospect, right? It will not become a reality if peeling is done from time to time – best of all, at the intervals established by the beautician.

Peeling promotes a fresher and brighter complexion.

Peeling (from English to peel – “peel”) – in cosmetology, the general name for methods of chemical (for example, using acids), mechanical (using scrubs) and laser exposure for partial or complete removal of the horny or deeper layers of the epidermis. Peeling tasks:

  • acceleration of skin cell renewal;

  • improving the appearance of the skin;

  • even skin tone and relief.

Chemical peel formulations use a wide variety of acids, such as alpha hydroxy acids (ANA) – glycolic, lactic, mandelic, malic, tartaric, citric; beta hydroxy acids (BHA) – salicylic. Other acids that perform targeted tasks are also popular.

  • Azeline is used for pigmentation disorders and to combat acne.

  • Kojeva has an intense brightening effect.

  • Coffee has antioxidant activity.

  • Pyruvic helps reduce sebum secretion, fights bacteria.

  • Ferulic is able to protect against ultraviolet radiation, is an antioxidant.

  • Phytic is used for superficial peeling of mature skin.

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Mechanism of action

Acids, getting on the skin, weaken the bonds between the horny scales and accelerate their exfoliation. In response to stress, the skin starts renewal processes.

“Any peeling is perceived by the skin as a trauma. And since there was an injury and the skin was damaged, this is a signal for the urgent synthesis of new structural components in order to eliminate the defect, ”says Ekaterina Turubara, Vichy expert.

AHA acids are used to work on the surface of the skin to even out its relief.

Peeling using products containing high concentrations of components is carried out only by professional dermatologists in salons and clinics.

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Indications for use

Acid peeling is one of the most effective procedures for improving the quality, tone and texture of the skin, so the clinic can offer it for:

  1. correction of signs of aging in anti-age programs;

  2. acne;

  3. skin lightening and pigmentation elimination programs;

  4. programs for the elimination of severe cicatricial changes, acne marks;

  5. a set of measures to reduce pores;

  6. preparation of the skin for other cosmetic procedures.

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Efficiency

Salon peeling is considered one of the most effective skin treatments.

If we talk about salon peeling, then the doctor himself will prescribe a course for you, focusing on your skin type and existing problems. As a rule, after a course of peeling, you can expect the following results:

  • smoothing the skin relief;

  • pore reduction;

  • smoothing fine wrinkles;

  • fresh and healthy looking skin.

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Types of acid peeling for the face

According to its effect on the skin, peeling can be superficial, medium and deep.

Superficial peeling (exfoliation)

In modern cosmetology, preference is given to surface peeling – soft gradual exfoliation of the stratum corneum of the epidermis. Indications for this peeling:

  1. uneven pigmentation;

  2. melasma;

  3. signs of photoaging;

  4. superficial wrinkles.

Superficial peeling can be carried out both in the salon and at home.

Median peeling

This peeling is divided into light median and deep median. The difference between them lies in the fact that in the first case, damage to the epidermis reaches the basal layer of the skin, and in the second – to the dermis. In this case, glycolic acid is used in a sufficiently high concentration of up to 70%, TCA – up to 400%. The skin reacts quite violently to acidic agents – after the procedure, there is a noticeable peeling, and recovery takes several days. Indications for this peeling:

  1. гиперпигментация;

  2. melasma;

  3. wrinkles of different depths up to deep;

  4. moderate photoaging.

Deep peeling

Recently, deep peeling has become relevant again, as safer modifications of phenol, the main active substance, have appeared.

Indications for this peeling:

  • deep wrinkles;

  • pronounced photoaging.

Deep peeling is a very aggressive intervention. It can only be carried out by a doctor and only in a clinic.
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How to use acid peel at home

Home peeling with the help of cosmetics is always superficial. The composition of such funds is carefully thought out and made as gentle as possible. Categories of beauty products based on AHA and BHA acids can be different: gels, creams, masks, lotions. Some products contain chemically synthesized keratolytic components.

Preparing for the procedure

Before starting the peeling procedure, the skin must be thoroughly cleansed, and then follow the instructions on the product packaging.

Post-peel care

After peeling, the skin requires especially delicate care.

The main thing to remember after peeling is to protect the skin from the sun in order to avoid manifestations of hyperpigmentation. Cream with SPF can and should be used at any time of the year, even in winter on sunny days. The best option is a product with UV filters and a moisturizing function.

How often can an acid peel be done?

Here is what Ekaterina Turubara says about this: “You can use peeling in the form of lotions or masks with acids 1-2 times a week. Use these products with caution during high solar activity and do not forget about cosmetics with an SPF of at least 30.

Choose exfoliating products according to your skin type.

For oily skin scrubs with the addition of acids and lotions are suitable. In general, such skin allows for fairly active exfoliation.

Normal skin tolerates any means well, the main thing is not to overdo it.

Sensitive skin it is better not to injure with scrubs and generally do not rub once again. Therefore, lotions and creams are optimal for her.

For dry skin choose soft textures such as cream and gommage. Also pay attention to night masks.

Safety measures

Do not forget that peeling is a seasonal procedure, it is not carried out in the summer and with severe insolation, otherwise the risk of hyperpigmentation is almost 100%.

There are other limiting factors:

  • acid intolerance;

  • skin lesions such as scratches, abrasions, cuts, pimples;

  • allergy;

  • eczema;

  • herpes;

  • skin dehydration;

  • pregnancy and lactation (for salon peeling).

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Funds overview

  • Ampoules “Revitalift Laser x3” peeling effect, with glycolic acid, L’Oréal Paris

    Glycolic acid in a high concentration evens out the complexion and starts the process of natural skin renewal.

  • Serum Blemish & Age Defense, SkinCeuticals

    Suitable for correcting imperfections and combating age-related changes. In the composition – dioic, glycolic, salicylic, citric acids. Evens out skin relief, controls sebum production. After applying the tonic, 4-5 drops of the product are applied to the skin of the face and décolleté.

  • Peeling mask “Double radiance”, Vichy

    Simultaneously exfoliates dead cells and eliminates impurities. Slightly brightens the skin and makes acne scars less noticeable.

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