The Brightening Power Of Chemical Peels

As part of the aging process, we start losing collagen and elastin (in fact, it starts after age 20!). But there are other processes that slow down as well. The skin naturally sheds dead skin cells and replaces them in a process called cell turnover. With age, cell turnover becomes more sluggish leading to dull and sometimes flaky skin. Fortunately, we can speed this process up with some simple in-office treatments! Chemical peels are well known for their brightening power because of their exfoliation properties. They remove dead skin and debris to reveal new, youthful skin underneath.

How Chemical Peels Work

There are a variety of chemical peels, but they all have one thing in common: exfoliation. Peels consist of a combination of exfoliating compounds, typically acids like glycolic, salicylic, malic, and kojic acid. Depending on the strength of the formula, some exfoliate into the deeper layers of the skin. We think our clients get great benefits from mild and medium strength peels, plus they require less downtime! At Inspired, we offer both glycolic and salicylic acid peels:

• Glycolic Acid Peels – glycolic acid is actually developed from the alpha hydroxy acid family, which you may be familiar with. It’s great for stimulating collagen production as it penetrates the outer layer of the skin to break up dead skin cells. It also lightens pigmentation and smooths the skin texture.
• Salicylic Acid Peels – salicylic acid is best known as a treatment for acne, and that’s why these peels are so effective for acne-prone skin. Its anti-inflammatory properties soothe the skin and help with scarring. In addition, because it’s fat soluble, it cuts through sebum-clogged pores to reduce future breakouts.

One Of The Best Treatments For Brightening Skin

Regardless of the active ingredient, chemical peel formulas are designed to increase cell turnover and brighten the skin. They are affordable and well tolerated by most people, making them a top recommendation from us! Plus, peels can be easily customized to target other specific issues you might be dealing with. To learn more about chemical peels or book your treatment, contact us today.