Even when you finally get your acne under control, you may be left with reminders of the period when you struggled with acne. Many adults have acne scars left on their skin, noticeably changing the texture and smoothness of the skin. These dents and discolorations are difficult to hide, but they can be removed with the help of professional cosmetic treatments. Chemical peels are one option for removing acne scars and improving the texture of your skin.
How Do Chemical Peels Work?
Chemical peels use ingredients that gently remove the top skin cells to rejuvenate the skin. Popular substances that are used in these cosmetic treatments include glycolic acid and trichloroatic acid (TCA), along with other ingredients that help exfoliate and nourish the skin. To remove acne scarring, chemical peels are usually done in a series of three to six peels, one every few weeks. Each session helps remove some of the damaged skin cells and reveal new skin cells. There is often redness and peeling of the skin for a few days after each procedure as the old skin cells flake off.
Chemical peels work best on mild to moderate acne scarring. While they can minimize the appearance of severe acne scarring, it is not the most effective treatment. Laser therapy is often recommended by facial plastic surgeons to treat severe acne scars and smooth the skin.
You don’t need to live with the evidence of acne on your face for the rest of your life. Schedule a consultation with a facial plastic surgeon to discuss options to remove acne scars and improve the beauty of your skin. Chemical peels and laser therapy are both popular acne scar treatments to minimize the appearance of acne scars and reveal healthier skin.
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Kalos Facial Plastic Surgery LLC
5670 Peachtree Dunwoody Road Northeast #910
Atlanta, GA 30342
(404) 936-6665