The chemical peelfacial treatment is a powerful facial rejuvenation technique.The process uses chemicalssuch as glycolic acid and salicylic acidto exfoliate the uppermost skin layers, to reveal skin that is fresher, younger, and brighter. It is also possible to treat skin conditions such as melasmawith chemical peels.
Melasma
Melasma is a skin condition that is characterized by patches of discoloration on the skin. These dark irregular shaped spots typically appear on the face, but often show up on the chest and forearms. Melasma is caused by several factors including genetics, excess sun exposure, and certain medications.
How Chemical Peels help Melasma
A series of chemical peel treatments can reduce the excess pigmentation that produces melasma. The peels strip away the topmost layer of skin and fade the dark spots, while stimulating the production of collagen.
Chemical peels improve the overall appearance of the skin, but it will take several treatments to significantly reduce the melasma spots. Improvements willbe seen gradually, until the desired results are achieved. The effects can last a long time, but patients should always remember to wear sun screen when going out in the sun.
At Cobb Wellness &Aesthetics in Roswell, GA,they treat melasma with various chemical peels including the Cosmelan Peel. The Cosmelan Peel involves the application of a mask to the face, which is done at the physician’s office. Depending on the patient’s skin type, the mask is left in place anywhere from 6 to 12 hours.
After the required time has passed, a gentle cleanser is used to remove the mask, and a special post treatment cream is applied. If you would like more information on how to treat melasma with chemical peels, then contact Dr. Linda Kelley at Cobb Wellness & Aesthetics at http://www.cwaesthetics.com/contact-us/.