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C HEMICAL P EELS FOR A CNE S CARS AND
W RINKLES
Chemical peels offer effective treatment solutions for a
wide range of facial skin issues including reducing acne
scars, age spots, wrinkles or other blemishes. Deep
chemical peels are used to make sagging and loose skin
firmer and tighter. It also used to even out uneven skin
tone. Furthermore, this procedure can also reduce the
development of skin cancer as it helps get rid of
precancerous lesions. In addition, chemical peels address
skin issues such as wrinkles, brown spots, superficial scars,
and blackheads just to name a few.
In the days prior to a chemical peel, it is recommended that
patients clean the skin thoroughly and regularly. This
reduces the chance of infection. Moreover, the patient is
expected to use moisturizers to promote fast healing and
even results. In most cases, a doctor will suggest applying
sunscreen daily prior to a skin peel. If you appear to suffer
from cold sores after the procedure, your doctor might
recommend antibiotics and anti-viral medications.