What Are Chemical Peels?
To help you attain the best results from a chemical peel aesthetic treatment, Mountain Med Spa offers a variety of options. Your medical-grade chemical peel with exfoliating solutions (such as salicylic, glycolic, lactic, and trichloroacetic acids) will give you healthier and smoother skin. At our Denver, CO office, Dr. Rock Navarkal offers chemical peel treatments that decrease skin blemishes, such as scars, wrinkles, fine lines, rough patches, hyperpigmentation problems, and more. Using a customized treatment that causes the top layer to slough off, chemical peels remove dead and damaged skin cells. As your skin recovers and begins to rejuvenate and repair itself, you should see a clearer, smoother complexion. A chemical peel facial is a nonsurgical procedure that helps make your skin radiant and works well for the face and neck.
What Are the Benefits of a Chemical Peel?
A chemical peel in Denver, CO at Mountain Med Spa can help you achieve clearer, healthier, and younger-looking skin with several great benefits, like:
- Peels are customized for your skin needs
- Removes dead, damaged skin cells
- Smooths lines and wrinkles
- Reduces skin imperfections, sun damage, spots, and more
- Diminishes acne scars
- Balances tone and softens texture
- Pairs well with other aesthetic treatments
Variations of Chemical Peels
At our Denver, CO office, we provide chemical peels in different strengths (light, medium, and deep) to accommodate our patients' skin concerns and goals.
Light peels: You can receive a light chemical peel during your lunch break and get back to your day. This strength of peel will remove the outer layer of skin (the epidermis), giving your facial features a more radiant appearance and smoother texture. We typically recommend that you schedule a light chemical peel around once a month for the best results.
Medium-depth peels: This type of chemical peel penetrates deeper into the skin, and patients generally prefer to do this strength of treatment over a long weekend. With this type of chemical peel, you may also experience additional discomfort during and around one hour after the treatment. Medium-depth peels are for patients who have more severe damage to their skin, such as deeper lines and darker pigmentation issues.
Deep peels: The most advanced of the three types of peels is the deep peel, and it will require the lengthiest recovery time. This aggressive procedure could leave your face swollen, itchy, and peeling for a few weeks. Patients who get a deep chemical peel typically have dark age spots, sun-damaged skin, pitted acne scars, or deep scars. Since this strength of chemical peel is generally uncomfortable for most patients, we may provide you with mild anesthesia as a part of your treatment.
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Is a Chemical Peel for You?
Getting the suggestions of a cosmetic professional is the first part in the journey to healthy, smooth skin. Before selecting a chemical peel treatment that works best for your skin and concerns, a team member will assess your skin during a consultation. Typically, chemical peel candidates have noticeable issues on their skin, like rough patches, acne scars, flaky skin, discoloration, wrinkles, fine lines, sun spots, and much more. At your consultation, we will recommend different types of chemical peels that meet your needs and create a personalized treatment plan.
What to Expect from a Chemical Peel
In one of our private procedure rooms, we will start your treatment by gently cleansing your skin and applying a numbing cream. Next, the chemical peel is applied to your skin, and the amount of time is determined during your consultation. After your treatment, you can leave, but you will experience some side effects. Based on the type of chemical peel we use, you can expect your skin to peel and itch from a few days to two or more weeks. Before you leave, we will discuss aftercare instructions to ensure your skin heals properly. Please keep in mind that no matter how much your skin itches during the healing process, you should not pull the skin off. You could cause scarring to your delicate skin!
Chemical Peel FAQ
How much does a chemical peel cost?
Dr. Navarkal or a member of his team can talk about your costs in your consultation as soon as they have created your custom treatment plan. The cost of a chemical peel will vary depending on the intensity you select. Mountain Med Spa accepts many payment methods, and we often run specials on skin treatments like chemical peels. Buying a package with several chemical peel treatments can also help you save money.
What level should I choose for my chemical peel?
Which level of chemical peel is best for you will vary based on your specific skin issues and aesthetic goals. In your consultation with Dr. Navarkal, he will help you select which type of peel is right for your skin. A few things you may consider are your overall health, the type of skin you have, how deep you want the peel to work, the time you can commit to recovery, and what concerns you have about the appearance of your skin. For first-time patients, it's better to try a light peel and decide how you like the results. After this, you and Dr. Navarkal can adjust your treatment plan to find the best type of peel for you.
Should I get a chemical peel or dermabrasion treatment?
Both dermabrasion and chemical peels are facial rejuvenation procedures that treat surface imperfections to make your skin a smoother appearance. The main difference is that dermabrasion requires surgical tools (a rotating brush or shaving instrument) to remove the surface skin layer through a careful exfoliating process. A chemical peel applies a caustic solution to your skin to dissolve damaged skin cells. In your initial consultation, Dr. Navarkal will discuss the pros and cons of each and help you decide whether a chemical peel or dermabrasion best fits your skin goals.
Will my face hurt after a chemical peel?
Based on the peel selected, you may feel mild discomfort during and shortly after your peel. If you have a lighter peel, you will notice some stinging, but it goes away quickly with the use of a small fan. Deep or medium peels are good for deeper skin blemishes and give you longer-lasting results; however, they usually cause greater discomfort. Numbing cream, skin medications, and ointments can be applied to help you feel more comfortable during your chemical peel. Dr. Navarkal or a member of his team will talk to you about skin care after your chemical peel to extend your results.
Can I combine a chemical peel with other treatments?
You may consider combining a chemical peel with another skin treatment at Mountain Med Spa. In your initial consultation, be open with Dr. Navarkal when describing your skin and cosmetic concerns so he can develop a unique treatment plan to best address your goals. This may include injectable wrinkle treatments (like BOTOX® or JUVÉDERM®) along with your chemical peel to refresh your entire appearance.
When will I see results from my chemical peel?
The timeline for seeing results from a chemical peel can vary based on the depth of the peel and your specific skin type. You'll notice a fresher, more radiant appearance as your skin heals and new skin surfaces. Dr. Navarkal will provide detailed instructions on what to expect and how to care for your skin post-peel to optimize your results.
Great Skin Starts Here
If you are new to rejuvenating skin treatments, the Mountain Med Spa team can help you determine the best procedure for your goals. During your consultation, we will provide information about the cost and if any financing is available. After a chemical peel, your newly renewed skin will thank you by looking bright and touchably silky. Please contact our office in Denver, CO to schedule your skin consultation today for a professional chemical peel.
