When is peeling contraindicated?

And can harm the client

2022-02-21

Peelings are very effective methods for correcting problems with the relief, color and general condition of the skin. But this procedure is not universal, and in special situations it can harm the patient's skin. We are talking about contraindications to chemical peels in the practice of a cosmetologist.

Anna Funikova, dermatovenereologist, cosmetologist, founder of the Medical Community clinic network and the UMAA Academy (Ukraine)

Chemical peels are one of the most popular procedures in dermatological and cosmetology practice, as they are quite simple to perform, have a short rehabilitation period and help to solve a fairly wide range of problems. To obtain effective and safe results from peeling, as in the case of other procedures, it is very important for a specialist to analyze the clinical picture, highlighting all the pros and cons. Let's analyze situations when chemical peeling is contraindicated or even harmful to the patient's skin.

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