Acne scars develop on patients who suffer from moderate to severe acne on or off of the face. Scarring will remain permanent or gradually subside in some cases. Removing acne scars with certain skin rejuvenation treatments allows patients to gain a brand new, healthy complexion. Chemical peel products offer patients some of the best possible treatments for permanently removing acne scars.
Chemical Peel Information
Most chemical peel products utilize a mixture of powerful acid based substances along with natural or man-made additives. Chemical peels work to remove the damaged layers on the patient. The powerful mixture of chemicals sometimes literally causes a decay of the skin. In these cases, the patient will then grow back a new layer of healthy, undamaged skin.
Some chemical peel products contain enough power and potential to completely remove scaring caused by acne. A select few treatments will even remove some light wrinkles and lines caused by aging and a loss of collagen beneath the skin’s surface.
Pro: Non Invasive Procedures
Chemical peels offer patients a quick and efficient treatment that does not penetrate the skin’s surface by way of surgical instrument. This treatment serves as a powerful, non invasive alternative to other treatments made available to those seeking a permanent scar removal choice.
Con: Variance in Results
Results will vary on a per patient basis depending on each patient’s skin conditions. The severity of the acne scarring will play a large factor in the success of a chemical peel procedure. Those with less scarring will notice desirable results within a matter of a few treatments. Those patients with moderate to severe acne scars often need multiple treatment sessions over an extended period of time in order to notice positive results.
Treatment frequency plays a large role in the effectiveness of chemical peel products. Usually, one treatment of any chemical peel will not provide permanent acne scar removal. However, consulting with medical professionals, dermatologists and those administering the chemical peel will allow patients to gain a better understanding in regards to their specific treatment needs.
Pro: Limited Recovery and Downtime
Nearly all chemical peel procedures serve as simple in-office treatments, allowing patients to continue with normal daily activities soon after treatment sessions conclude. Patients will also notice a speedy recovery, though this fluctuates based on the severity of the area or areas treated.
Con: Allergen Warnings and Outbreaks
Since nearly all chemical peels use some man-made and natural chemicals or additives, patients face a risk of suffering from allergic reactions. Most treatments will not begin until a patient receives an allergen screening or some form of allergen test. However, in some cases, patients pass allergen tests and suffer from adverse effects as a result of receiving the full chemical peel treatment.
Pro: Cost Comparison
In comparison with other more advanced procedures, such as those that use laser based technology, chemical peels serve as one of the least costly skin rejuvenation treatments available.
Con: Multiple Treatments Necessary
Patients will not always notice desirable, permanent results from only one chemical peel treatment. This negative attribute sometimes negates the lower cost of chemical peel options.
