A chemical peel might sound daunting with its name and all, but it’s actually one of the most effective aesthetic treatments available. The procedure involves the topical application of a chemical solution (hence the name) to improve and smoothen the texture of the skin by removing its damaged outer layers. It is helpful for individuals with facial blemishes, wrinkles and uneven skin pigmentation.
Three basic versions of a chemical peel
There are different versions of a chemical peel that fit depending on your skin's needs.
1. Superficial
This penetrates only the outermost layer of skin to gently exfoliate it. This treatment is used to improve the appearance of mild skin discolouration and rough skin.
2. Medium
This one penetrates the outer and middle layers of skin to get rid of damaged skin cells. This treatment is used to improve age spots, fine lines and wrinkles, freckles and moderate skin discolouration. It can also be used to treat some precancerous skin growths.
3. Deep
Trichloroacetic acid or phenol is applied to deeply penetrate the middle layer of skin to remove damaged skin cells. The treatment removes moderate lines, age spots, freckles and shallow scars. As the patient will see a dramatic improvement in their skin, some moderate downtime might be required.
Additional reminders when getting a chemical peel
While the procedure is simple, always ensure you pick the right clinic and trust your skin in the hands of a reputable doctor as the wrong combination of products (or even leaving the solution on for too long!) might cause chemical burns on your skin.
Another thing to note: your skin will temporarily be more sensitive to the sun after treatment, so be sure to avoid any prolonged sun exposure and slap on even more sunscreen after to make the results last as long as possible!
Here are eight clinics that offer different grade chemical peels that you can check out in Singapore.
1. Only Aesthetics
2. Ensoul Clinic
3. Singapore Aesthetic Center
Using different acid types available in different strengths and combinations to improve skin conditions such as – Lactic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Phenol & TCA – Singapore Aesthetic Center’s chemical peel is used to treat fine wrinkling, areas of dryness, uneven pigmentation and acne. For those with sensitive skin or looking for a mild peel, you may request for Alphahydroxy Acids (AHAs) and Betahydroxy Acids (BHAs) such as glycolic, lactic or fruit acids for a gentler approach.
4. Cambridge Medical Group
At Cambridge Medical Group, you can get chemical peels for your face, neck and area around your eyes. The clinic is a big believer of the benefits of the treatment, stating that it can help improve the following issues – uneven skin tone, skin cell regrowth, skin hydration, breakouts, skin buildup, superficial scars and fine lines and wrinkles.
5. Cutis Medical Laser Clinic
Does your skin look lackluster or feel rough and unhealthy? At Cutis Laser Clinics, they have different types of Cutis chemical peels for dealing with several skin concerns/problems. Ranging from superficial peels that utilise plant extracts to medical-grade peels that contain a special formulation designed to address a number of skin issues, book a skin consultation with their doctors to see what suits your best.
6. Radium Medical Aesthetics
7. Astique The Aesthetic Clinic
8. Bio Aesthetic Medispa
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