Peels
are particularly effective on women who have had prolonged
sun exposure. The exposure causes wrinkling and ages the
skin. Glycolic acid peels improve the quality and freshness
of the skin, diminish acne and pigmentation marks, and reduces
the wrinkles. Glycolic acid is a natural chemical which
is safe and effective when used on the skin. Glycolic acid
is applied directly onto the face. It works by sloughing
off the most superficial skin layers. Our office offers
physician strength glycolic acid skin treatments. A series
of six peels of gradually increasing concentration are recommended.
The peels should be at one to three week intervals. They
are comfortable and completed in ten minutes. Makeup can
be worn four hours after treatment. The peels usually don't
leave marks or redness. Glycolic acid products are successfully
used to diminish fine line wrinkles and improve skin tone
and texture. It can also reduce hyperpigmentation. After
a series of skin peels, generally the skin will be tighter,
softer, and have heightened tone and color.
