Is a superficial peel right for you?

Is a superficial peel right for you? If you have sun-damaged skin, pimples and blackheads, superficial acne scars, or areas of mild discoloration,  a superficial peel can help control pimples and acne and give your skin a radiant glow.

Best Uses

• Fine lines from sun exposure
• Sallow skin tone
• Pimples, blackheads and mild acne
• Superficial acne scars
• Mild pigment changes

Description

Superficial peels enhance the natural glow of all types of skin while lessening acne, correcting mild discoloration, and smoothing the skin. They are the mildest type of peel, using organic compounds like glycolic acid, salicylic acid, or lactic acid to remove the outermost layer of skin. Glycolic acid is the most popular alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Also called a natural fruit acid, glycolic acid occurs naturally in lemons, grapefruits and oranges. It is synthesized from sugar cane for use as a superficial peel. Salicylic acid is a beta-hydroxy acid that also has anti-inflammatory properties, fights acne by breaking down sebum, and works best on oily skin types. Lactic acid is synthesized from milk. Jessner’s peel uses a combination of acids for a superficial to medium chemical peel.

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