Debunking The Four Most Common Misconceptions About Chemical Peels!

• DR. Chandra Prakash
• August 14, 2024
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Let's Debunk The Four Most Common Misconceptions About Chemical Peels! 

Chemical peels, being one of the most effective cosmetic procedures to improve the overall skin texture and tone, have recently gained a lot of popularity and recognition. These aesthetic treatments help with various skin concerns, including acne, premature aging, scars, sun tan, and hyperpigmentation. However, irrespective of these many benefits people are often hesitant to try this treatment. Well this is because there are several myths and misconceptions about the application method, safety, and effectiveness of chemical peels. 

Through the medium of this blog, we will debunk the four most commonly believed myths about chemical peels and further list the facts that will help the readers make informed and supportive decisions regarding this cosmetic treatment. Hence, let us waste no time further and get started with it. 

Myth number 1: Chemical peels are unsafe and lead to excessive skin peeling after the completion of the entire treatment procedure. 

Fact: People who are planning to get chemical peel treatment do not need to worry about whether chemical peels are safe for them or not, as long as they are getting it done from a certified cosmetologist/dermatologist who excels in this particular field. Also, you should be aware of the fact that there are different types of chemical peels available. Clearly, the skin peeling will also differ based on the kind of treatment you selected. Deep and medium peel solutions penetrate deeper into the skin layers, causing noticeable exfoliation. On the other hand, superficial peels are done using mild chemicals and further result in little to no visible skin peeling. 

Hence, now you can be assured that chemical peels are completely safe and do not cause excessive peeling in maximum cases. 

Myth number 2: Chemical peels are only for problematic skin and cannot be used on sensitive skin. 

Fact: False, false, false. This is completely incorrect to believe that chemical peel treatment is only for people with problematic skin. People who possess normal skin can also benefit from this cosmetology treatment. By opting for superficial peels, they can experience a radiant skin complexion, a reduction in fine lines, and achieve an overall improved skin texture. Also, these particular peels can easily be used on sensitive skin. In addition, there are some specifically formulated chemical peel solutions that are highly suitable for sensitive skin. These solutions when applied to the skin, not only help in strengthening it but also reduce inflammation and overall redness. 

This is one of the main things that students get to learn while being enrolled in fellowship in medical cosmetology. They are taught about different skin types along with different chemicals that will suit them and give the best results. 

Myth number 3: Chemical peel treatment done at home is equally effective as professional peels. 

Fact: There is a lot of difference between at home chemical peel treatments and the ones carried out by a professional. This is because chemical peel treatments that are done at home usually fall under the category of superficial peels. Clearly, they are less effective as they only target the uppermost layers of the skin and cannot help with severe acne marks and hyperpigmentation. 

On the other hand, professional chemical peel treatments, performed by expert cosmetologists, are planned according to the skin type, texture, and need. They target the actual issues and effectively work towards solving them. 

It is believed that students who have not yet stepped into the cosmetology market and are still completing their fellowship in aesthetic medicine will professionally perform the chemical peel treatment that will be more effective than the one done at home. 

Hence, if you are someone with excessive acne marks, deep scars, and hyperpigmentation, you should clearly opt for professional chemical treatment instead of getting one done at home. 

Myth number 4: Chemical peel treatments are very expensive and take a long time.

Fact: There are various cosmetology clinics that provide chemical peel treatment services to their clients. Clearly, the cost of this treatment is based on different factors and varies accordingly. Some of the significant aspects that contribute to the cost of this treatment basically include the type of chemical peel treatment selected and the severity of skin conditions, the qualification of the dermatologist/cosmetologist, and the geographical location of the clinic. 

Coming to the second point, chemical peels are one of the most effective and efficient aesthetic treatments. The duration of the entire session ultimately depends upon the skin condition of the patients and the type of treatment selected by them. However, the general time taken for a chemical peel treatment ranges from 20 to 30 minutes. 

Winding up

This was our blog where we discussed four commonly believed misconceptions about chemical peel. We hope that through the medium of this blog, our readers are now well-informed about different facts related to professional chemical peel treatments.