How Often Should You Get a Chemical Peel?

Chemical peels are a fabulous way of instantly refreshing your face, bringing dramatic radiance and freshness to even the most tired-looking complexion. But how often can you have one?  

It’s a question many people ask. But the answer isn’t as simple as every month or few months. It all depends on the type of peel you have—and there are many.

The following discusses the different treatments available and provides a simple guide as to how often you should undergo each type for safe, reliable results. 

Understanding the Different Types of Chemical Peel

• Light chemical peel
• Medium chemical peel
• Deep chemical peel 

Light chemical peel

This is the most commonly performed chemical peel, where a fairly gentle chemical solution is applied to the face to remove the outermost layers of skin, known as the epidermis. These are the oldest of all the skin cells on your face. Removing them can improve the appearance of fine lines, dryness, uneven skin tone, and minor acne scarring.

Medium chemical peel

A medium peel goes a little deeper, not only targeting the epidermis but also the upper portion of the next layer, known as the dermis. It’s used to treat uneven skin tones, wrinkles, and acne scars. 

Deep chemical peel 

The most dramatic effect of all skin peels is seen after a deep chemical peel. You’ve probably guessed that this is the deepest treatment of them all, targeting both the epidermis and the deeper layers of the dermis. Practitioners use a deep peel to target scars, deep wrinkles, and precancerous growths. 

Staying Safe: how long to wait before each type of chemical peel 

• Light chemical peel: safe intervals
• Medium chemical peel: safe intervals
• Deep chemical peel: safe intervals

Light chemical peel: safe intervals 

Light peels are safe to have carried out repeatedly. Depending on your skin and the reason for the procedure, this could be intervals of as little as 2-5 weeks. However, it’s more usual to leave 4-6 weeks between treatments. You should be guided by the clinician who carries out the process.

Medium chemical peel: safe intervals

Because more layers of skin are affected with a medium peel, it’s necessary to wait longer between treatments. Again, the exact length of time will be determined by your skin. It’s generally accepted that you should wait at least 4-6 months before you consider another. 

Deep chemical peel: safe intervals 

Deep peels are quite a major deal. The treatment removes the most skin cells of all the peels, with results lasting up to 10 years. Most doctors agree that, apart from exceptional circumstances, a deep peel is a once-in-a-lifetime treatment. At the very least, there should be many years between treatments.

You may read some articles that state a deep peel can be carried out every couple of years. This is something that, while not unheard of, is something that should only be undertaken with medical advice. 

All 3 types of chemical peels should only be performed by a qualified practitioner. There are some situations where the treatment is contra-indicated. These include:

• Being pregnant
• Frequently suffering from cold sores
• Have taken any acne medication within the past 6 months
• Have a history of or close family member who suffers from keloid scarring 

However, the right chemical peel (or course of treatments) can have extremely beneficial effects. The key is to partner with a true specialist who’ll carry out an in-depth consultation and put together a plan that’ll give the results you’ll love.

Want the Ultimate Chemical Peel? Contact Bayou City Dermatology Today 

At Bayou City, chemical peels are one of our specialties, along with other advanced facial and whole-body skin care treatments. Every procedure commences with a detailed consultation to determine the right roadmap to your best skin, no matter what your age or if you have a skin condition. 

This makes our chemical peels a wholly bespoke treatment, targeting your specific needs and personal expectations. Don’t settle for anything less than the best. 

Visit https://www.bayoucitydermatology.com/cosmetic/chemical-peels to discover now and phone today for more information.

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