Peels
Improve your complexion, achieve a rejuvenation, and remove unwanted blemishes
Peels are helpful for skin rejuvenation, improvement of skin texture and correction of blemishes, skin irregularities and shallow acne scars.
In Devonshire Dermatology we use a different type of the peels: mechanical, physical, enzymatic, and chemical.
Chemical peels are performed by the precise application of particular chemicals. The peel solution is applied to the skin, causing an exfoliation of the surface damaged layer a few days later. The damaged layer is replaced by fresh, unblemished skin cells, giving you a younger look, with a clearer skin tone and texture.
A large range of different chemicals are used, each with a different aim. The peeling may be mild, superficial and gentle, or it may be stronger, deeper and more efficacious. This all depends upon the indication for treatment. Sun is best avoided for a short time after peeling.
A large range of different chemicals are used, each with a different aim. The peeling may be mild, superficial and gentle, or it may be stronger, deeper and more efficacious. This all depends upon the indication for treatment. Sun is best avoided for a short time after peeling.
Consultation
- Detailed discussion of your observations and wishes
- Thorough examination
- Holistic assessment of your health
- Diagnosis
- Discussion of treatment options
- Personalised treatment plan
- Treatment
FAQs
Chemical peel solutions are tailored to each individual patient based on their skin type, and using the expertise of the dermatologist. Chemical peels are designed to improve the complexion, not damage it.
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Light peel results can last for up to a couple of months, while deeper peels results can last for 6 months.
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Chemical peels can remove fine lines and wrinkles, as well as brown spots, and other signs of ageing.
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The peel solution will need to be prepared, painted on, left for a few minutes and then cleansed away. The length of the session depends on the size of the skin area you are targeting.
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Common side effects include minor skin redness and swelling afterwards, but this should subside very quickly, leaving you with clearer, tighter, unblemished skin.
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