Chemical peels: standard recommendations for use

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2022-12-20
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The following guidelines outline the indications for chemical peels, the variety of agents used, methodology, pre- and post-peel care, peel-associated complications, and expected results.

A chemical peel is the application of a chemical agent to the skin, which causes the controlled destruction of part of the epidermis or the entire epidermis with or without the dermis, resulting in exfoliation, removal of surface rashes, followed by regeneration and renewal of the epidermis and dermis.

Let's talk about indications and contraindications for chemical peels; what a pre-procedure consultation should include.

Let's consider peeling agents and the classification of peelings.

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