A Safe and Affordable Skin Treatment? Acid Peel
Although it has a scary sounding name, a glycolic acid peel is a very effective way to get a smoother and better looking skin. It does effectively remove freckles, acne scars and other types of blemishes quick and affordably. Mild acid peels are also affordable for almost everyone and can be done in a short period of time.
Because of fairly new technology, the acid peel has become very popular, incredibly quick and available to do in your own home. These are so quick and easy that some people are calling them lunchtime peels. Perfect for those who are busy and on a limited budget, these peels can be done at home for barely any money, where a deep peel at the doctor and repeated visits can be time consuming and expensive.
The way the glycolic acid peel works is very simple. The mild acid burns away a layer of skin, taking the damage with it and leaving the new, damage-free layer. Acid peels also stimulate new skin cell growth by deeply penetrating the skin. Besides this it also makes your skin produce collagen, which is very important for a healthy skin. While these peels can be used anywhere, most people use them on their face because this is the skin that is most visible to the rest of the world. Surprisingly, this skin therapy is very gentle, even for those with sensitive skin. The side effects are very mild and the skin normally recovers completely within two days. If you are not happy with the initial results, then the peeling process can be repeated once a week for the next couple of weeks.
Acid peels are very popular because of their price and how easy they are to administer. They come in a number of different concentrations, from 10% to 70%. It is recommended that if you have never done a peel before you should stick with the lower percentages to see how your skin will react. Also, be sure to follow the directions exactly and be sure to not leave the peel on your skin for more than 10 minutes. Even though these chemical peels are mild, they are still an acid and should always be treated with caution. It is always wise to seek the advice of your dermatologist to see if he or she thinks you can safely use a chemical peel. The doctor may also recommend that you use the peel for less than 10 minutes to see what happens. Always remember to stay out of the sun for at least two days after a peel and be sure to cover up if you go outdoors.
Glycolic acid peels are made with natural ingredients. The acid occurs naturally in sugar cane, citrus fruit, pineapples and is also one of the main active ingredients in many of the popular skin and beauty products on the market. If you are serious about getting rid of acne scars, minor wrinkles and other blemishes, but you do not have the money to afford a trip to the dermatologist, then an acid peel could be exactly what you're looking for.
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