Which Peel Is Best For You?

Chemical peels are a great way to revitalize your skin and improve your appearance

. However, not all peels are created equal.

There are different types of peels available depending on your skin type and the problem you are trying to resolve. For example, the chemicals used to treat acne are not necessarily as effective as an anti-aging component. So before you start a chemical peel, it's important to understand which peels do which jobs.

Not all peels contain acid. In fact, there are targeted non-acid peels derived from the enzymes of things like pumpkins, papayas or pineapples. These peels are calming and offer the skin a deep cleansing, without any harshness. Perfect for any non-oily skin types and especially gentle on sensitive skin.

The natural acids in milk are known as lactic acid. Peels made from this derivative are fantastic for rehydrating dry, flaky skin. Milk acids are also used on persons who suffer from hyper-pigmentation. This type of peel contains alpha hydroxy, and gently rejuvenates the skin's surface.

If you're looking for a slightly stronger peel to exfoliate and increase collagen production for anti-aging purposes, gycolic acid is a good peel for you. Normal skin types take well to this treatment, which removes dead skin cells and freshens the face.

Commonly found in acne care products, peels made from salicylic acid offer a deep cleansing to clean up any oil or dirt trapped in the skin. This type of peel can be dehydrating, so care should be taken if using this peel on very dry skin. However, it's great for clearing up blackheads and acne.

If you have problems with cystic acne, a jessner's peel containing both alpha and beta hydroxy is ideal. This is a stronger peel that also contains resorcinol, a natural melanin blocker. It's a little too harsh for sensitive skin, but works well on oily skin. A modified version of jessner's peel is also available without resorcinol.

Finally, there's trichloroacetic acid, also known as TCA. This type of peel is deeper penetrating than others, and is a good choice to reduce the look of scars, sun spots and age spots as well as fine lines or acne. However, it can have unsavoury whitening effects are dark toned skin types and is not recommended for sensitive skin.

by: Tiffany Windhurst

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