This treatment is a cosmetic procedure where a chemical solution is applied to the skin to remove damaged outer layers.
Chemical Peels Treatments Overview
Chemical Peels involve the controlled application of acidicagents (e.g. glycolic, salicylic, lactic, TCA) to remove the outermost layersof skin. This treatment accelerates exfoliation and cellular turnover, which isused by dermal therapists to improve the clarity, texture, and tone of theirclients’ skin.
This treatment can be used to reduce wrinkles or address skinconcerns like scarring from acne or sun damage. Chemical Peels have differentstrengths and recovery times based on the acidic agent used, and the chosenacid is determined by the aesthetic goal and skin type of the client. Whilethis is a safe treatment, it is essential to properly prepare your skin andfollow pre- and post-care treatment instructions.
Benefits and Use Cases
Chemical Peels are able benefit many clients and skinconcerns and while there are common contraindications, such as active acne,sunburn, and pregnancy, these are easily identified by qualified dermaltherapists. Peels range from superficial to medium depth and must be chosenbased on Fitzpatrick skin type.
Use cases for Chemical Peels include:
Acne
Hyperpigmentation
Photo-ageing
Fine lines
The benefits of Chemical Peel treatments are:
Brighter skin
Reduced breakouts
Diminished surface pigment
Pre-Care
Aftercare
What qualifications teach this treatment?
Chemical Peels is taught as part of our CAP102 Dermal Therapy 1 unit, which is part of the following qualifications at ACHW:
