What is a peel (skin exfoliation)?
Peeling is a facial cleansing process that removes dead skin cells and deeply cleanses the skin. Acting somewhat like a gentle sandpaper, peeling uses small, foaming particles to lift dead skin cells from the surface of the skin. This gives the skin a much fresher and more vibrant appearance. While most commonly applied to the face, peeling can be done anywhere on the body. Peeling can be applied to both men and women.
What are the benefits of peeling?
Over time and due to environmental factors, signs of aging such as sagging, blemishes, wrinkles, loss of elasticity, and discoloration appear on the face. Thanks to advancements in the field of aesthetics, it is now possible to find solutions to these problems. Peeling, one of the most popular treatments worldwide, offers personalized skin treatment with a wide variety of options.
Peeling treatment has many positive effects.
- Removing dead skin cells from the skin’s surface,
- The living skin underneath coming to the surface,
- The production of healthy skin cells,
- The person looks much younger,
- Eliminating skin discoloration problems,
- Reducing wrinkles,
- To restore elasticity to the skin,
- By offering solutions to numerous skin problems, such as eliminating a tired appearance, it appeals to both women and men.
Compared to procedures like facelifts or laser treatments, exfoliation is a much shorter and simpler application, making it ideal for those who want quick results. Besides exfoliation with a device, there are also simple at-home exfoliation products available on the market. However, these are superficial and do not provide deep-seated benefits.
How is a peeling treatment performed?
Peeling is not a standard procedure. It offers a wide variety of options tailored to individual needs and expectations, making it a personalized skin treatment. There are three types of peeling depending on the skin’s exfoliation needs.
- Superficial Peeling
- Medium Peeling
- Deep Peeling
Superficial peels are quick and simple. Because the amount of skin peeled is very fine, the results are mild. Since they are generally performed with fruit acids, people can immediately return to their daily lives. However, medium and deep peels are preferred for much more serious skin problems. Because these procedures are more in-depth, they require much more care and expertise, and recovery times inevitably increase proportionally with the depth of the treatment.
What are the different peeling methods?
Peeling varies not only in the amount of skin peeling but also according to the methods used. Divided into three classes – carbon, enzyme, and chemical peels – these methods differ in their effects. Therefore, the method most suitable for the individual’s needs is chosen.
- Carbon Peeling
This method, used to reduce enlarged pores, restore elasticity to sagging skin, and smooth the skin, involves cleansing the skin and then applying a carbon serum. After the serum is absorbed, the skin is treated with a laser. This method also reduces under-eye dark circles. The number of sessions varies depending on the individual’s needs. - Enzyme Peeling
This treatment method is frequently used to remove blemishes and revitalize the skin. It is particularly effective on birthmarks, acne spots, and sunspots. While removing blemishes, it also gives the skin vitality and freshness. This process ensures a homogeneous distribution of melanin in the skin. First, the skin is cleansed and a mask is applied. After 8 hours, the mask is removed. Afterwards, the prescribed cream is used regularly for 3 months. During this period, the results of the treatment are monitored. - Chemical Peeling
In this method, a peeling treatment consisting of various acidic and basic chemicals is applied to the skin. This causes the damaged skin layer to peel off. After the procedure, a much more vibrant, firm, and fresh complexion emerges. It is very important not to peel off the scabs that form after the peeling and to avoid sunlight during this process. The moisturizer prescribed by the doctor should be used regularly during this period. The number of sessions varies depending on the individual’s needs.
Peeling Frequently Asked Questions
The most frequently asked questions about aesthetic procedures before, during, and after.
Hospitals, aesthetic centers, and clinics approved by the Turkish Ministry of Health are prohibited from listing peeling prices on their websites. Clinics that violate this rule are subject to penalties. Furthermore, for Professor Dr. Şükrü Yazar, a specialist in Aesthetic, Plastic, and Reconstructive Surgery, to provide accurate information regarding peeling treatment prices, he must examine the patient, analyze their current health condition, and assess their complaints and expectations.
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If you have a sensitivity to the ingredients in exfoliating masks, you may experience some side effects. Stinging, burning, redness and discoloration of the skin, itching, irritation, or peeling are all possible side effects after a chemical peel. Protecting yourself from excessive sun exposure for a few days after a peel, avoiding swimming pools, and using products recommended by your doctor will help reduce these side effects.
