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The peeling is an abrasion of the skin, promoted through acids, abrasion or laser. It aims to renew the skin through exfoliation of the upper layers (epidermis and /or superficial dermis). With this abrasion, skin is renewed from the deeper layers, gaining a rejuvenated aspect – with less stains, wrinkles and with better appearance. The depth of peelings depends on the kind of acid and the technique applied. The more aggressive the acid, the deeper will be the peeling, with consequently better results, and bigger risks of complications. Superficial peelings (eg. Glycolic or Retinoic acid) promote a gentle peeling, removing only the most superficial wounds of the epidermis. For being less aggressive, it doesn’t require rest or recuperation period, being the patient able to go back to his/her activities on the same day. The moderate peelings (eg. Tricloroacetic acid) lead to intense peeling, requiring from 7 to 14 days of recuperation, removing stains and wrinkles of moderate depth. |
As for the deeper peelings (eg. Fenol or CO2 laser) lead to the formation of crusts, which take up to 21 days to fall. They are the most aggressive peelings, requiring anaesthesia. For reaching the deeper layers of the skin, they provide the best results, but also the biggest chances of complications. In case of dermoabrasion (exfoliation of the skin), the doctor is the one Who controls the depth of the peeling, and it may vary from the superficial to deep ones. |