A chemical body peel can be performed to remove stretch marks.
A chemical body peel is similar to a chemical facial peel. The main difference is that the chemicals used during a chemical facial peel are applied to the face, while the chemicals used during a body peel are applied to certain areas of the body. The purpose of a body scrub may be to remove stretch marks, tighten skin, or remove dead skin from the body.
A consultation with a plastic surgeon will let you know if a chemical peel is a good idea or not.
Body peels generally consist of alpha-hydroxy acid and trichloroacetic acid. When applied to the skin, these acids have the ability to remove dead cells from a specific area. Since these chemicals are very powerful, a chemical peel of any kind should be applied by a licensed physician. After the chemicals are applied to the skin, dead skin is removed. The result of a chemical body peel is smoother skin that looks younger.
A chemical body peel can lead to smoother, younger-looking skin anywhere on the body.
There are different types of chemical body peels, from light to intensive peels. To get rid of sun damage or remove stretch marks, intensive chemical peels are often applied. When undergoing intensive treatment, patients can expect a recovery time of up to two weeks. A gentle treatment may only require a day or two of recovery.
Determining the correct type of chemical body peel can only be done by a skin specialist. While some people may need a heavy peel, others may benefit from a light peel. Generally, the chemical solution used for the body is stronger than the solution used for facial peels. Therefore, a chemical body peel can be more expensive than its facial equivalent.
Many women develop stretch marks as their abdominal skin changes during pregnancy.
In most cases, it’s not a good idea to expose freshly peeled skin to sunlight. Once the chemicals are applied to the skin, it will literally begin to peel off, allowing new skin to appear. New skin is sensitive, and harsh elements or strong sunlight can cause skin burns. The necessary recovery steps must be provided to each patient after any type of peel, and these steps must be followed precisely.
Many people believe that a body scrub is the only way to get rid of stretch marks. While this type of treatment works in many cases, a chemical peel may not work for everyone. To find out if a body peel is a good option, make an appointment with a plastic surgeon. Qualified skin care experts can be found by searching the Internet, through a referral, or through a local phone book.