Blue Peel is a type of chemical peel that is performed in a doctor's office. Chemical peels help to improve the skin's appearance by removing the top layer of damaged skin cells. This leaves the skin smooth and refreshed. Before having a Blue Peel chemical peel, you should be aware of the risks associated with it.
The most common risks are pain, itching, redness and the possibility of swelling occurring after the treatment. These are usually mild and are too bothersome for most people, although there is the chance that these can be intense and bother you, especially if you suffer from sensitive skin. These usually go away within hours after the treatment. Over the counter pain relievers can be used to relieve any pain you do have and ice packs can be applied to the face to decrease any swelling.
Skin Color Changes
There is the chance that your skin may be lighter after this procedure. This happens because the pigmentation can be pulled from your skin during the process. This can occur more with patients who have darker skin tones. This should be considered when thinking of having this procedure done. The pigmentation that is lost is usually permanent. If you do not want your skin to be lighter, think about choosing another type of chemical peel.
Uneven Skin Color
In some cases, the skin does not come out all the same color. Some areas of the face may be lighter or darker. This can happen if the Blue Peel chemical is not applied evenly. It can also happen because of the pigmentation in your skin. This can be prevented if you have a professional performing the peel. If they are properly trained, they know how much of the chemical to apply and will know how to apply it evenly.
Cold Sores or Fever Blisters
In some cases, cold sores or fever blisters can form after the treatment. This happens due to the to the top layers of skin peeling off and leaving the lower layers exposed. This makes the skin more vulnerable to developing an infection. The risk of this happening is greater in people who develop cold sores easily. After the skin has healed, there may be a greater chance of more outbreaks occurring later on. If you do suffer from cold sores, talk to your family doctor before having the peel performed. They can prescribe you medicine to help prevent an outbreak during the recovery time.
Scarring
Scarring can occur if you develop blisters on the face. This happens if too much chemical has been applied to the skin or if excessive burning occurs because of the chemical. If you do develop painful blisters, talk to your doctor and avoid peeling or scratching where the blisters appear to avoid too much damage.
There are risks associated with having a Blue Peel chemical peel done, but these risks are minimal if you have a trained professional perform your peel.
