When you find out you have an exciting big event coming up, it’s likely that one of your first concerns is how to look your absolute best. Many people choose to make an appointment for a chemical peel to have their skin looking smooth and radiant on their big day. However, many people are unaware of the recovery time associated with a chemical peel and schedule their appointment too soon to their target date. It’s important to understand what a chemical peel is, the different types, and how soon to schedule your appointment.
What Is a Chemical Peel?
Before we tackle the real question at hand, let’s first examine exactly what a skin peel is to better understand when you should schedule your own. A chemical facial peel is a procedure designed to smooth the surface of the skin and improve its overall look. This is achieved by stripping the dead skin cells of the face that are masking newer, more radiant skin underneath. Aestheticians do this by using solutions that soften the outer layer of skin where cells are, making them easier to remove. After the chemical peel treatment, the face looks fresher, smoother, and more vibrant because new skin is exposed. Imperfections on the face and neck, as well as wrinkles and acne scars, become less noticeable after treatment. Chemical peels can range from light to deep, depending on skin type.
Benefits of Chemical Peels
Chemical peels improve the appearance of the following:
- Acne
- Skin tone
- Light scars
- Loose skin from aging and sun damage
- Dark patches on the skin from pregnancy
- Sun-related freckles and spots
- Fine lines in the under-eye area and around the lips
When Should I Schedule My Chemical Peel?
Common chemical peel side effects include persistent redness of the skin, skin darkening, lighter than desired skin color, and scarring. Because of these side effects, it is recommended that you schedule your chemical peel an appropriate amount of time before an important event, if not far enough in advance to schedule a series of peels for optimal results. Recovery time depends on how deep your chemical peel penetrates. If you only need a light and mild chemical peel, recovery time is almost immediate. Medium and deep chemical peels require considerable to deep penetration. Recovery time is 5-7 days and three weeks to two months, respectively, so plan accordingly before an event to give yourself enough time to fully heal.
Treat yourself to a day of pampering to reveal fresh, glowing skin with a chemical peel. Contact MedSpa Zen at Plastic Surgery of Palm Beach for more information on our peels and to schedule your appointment today. We offer our services to those in West Palm Beach, Jupiter, Palm Springs, Wellington, and Lake Worth.