Chemical Peels

Chemical peels refresh the skin by exfoliating the damaged outer layer of the skin. The treatment triggers the healing process in which a new fresh layer of skin emarges.

To achieve best results, we will advise you how to correctly maintain your skin and will recommend the best home care regiment for your specific condition.

"Strength" of chmical peels is determined by

1. The type of chemical used - glycolic acid, salicylic acid, Trichloroacetic acid..
2. The chemical concetration level - 30%, 35%, etc
3. The length of time the peel is applied.
4. The amount of solution applied.

The role of chemical peels in the modern cosmetic surgery

1. Important element in treatment of acne, skin blemishes, skin elasticity, skin discoloration and fine lines
2. New peel technology treats skin discoloration effectively
3. Peels are used in combination with laser and microdermabrasion to deliver optimal results
4. Laser technology replaces the medium depth and deep peels

Peel/Condition Effectiveness	Glycolic Acid	Salicylic Acid	TCA Peel	Melanage	Quelage	Gloss
Acne	+	+	+++	-	-	-
Sun Spots	+	+	+	+++	+	-
skin discoloration	+	+	+	+++	-	-
skin texture	+	+	+++	+	+	+
fine wrinkles	+	+	+++	+	-	-
wrinkles	-	-	-	-	-	-
Melasma	-	-	-	+++	-	-
Rosacea	-	-	-	-	+++	-

Peel Comparison	Glycolic Acid	Salicylic Acid	TCA Peel	Melanage	Quelage	Gloss
Social downtime(*)	0 days	0 days	2-5 days	2-7 days	0-2 days	2-5 days
# Treatments	3-6	3-6	1-2	1-2	4-6	1-2
cost / treatment	$100 or $500/6 treatments	$75	$500 full face, $150 small area	$850	$150	$200

Dr. Ringpfeil: "While the chemical peel is among the oldest modalities in cosmetic dermatology, I find it extremely effective in the treatment of acne, skin blemishes, skin discoloration from past breakouts, and fine lines.

New peel technologies offer effective treatment of brown and red skin discoloration. In my opinion, the Melanage peel has revolutionized melasma treatment, and the Quelage peel finally offers a tailored treatment for rosacea, calming redness and irritation in addition to brightening the skin.

Peels are an integral part of a comprehensive treatment plan for skin restoration or rejuvenation. I use them in conjunction with microdermabrasion, light devices and laser treatments to achieve smooth texture, even color and great tone.

We offer CO2 laser treatments that have replaced the more aggressive traditional peels with a potential for scarring or permanent pigment loss such as phenol peels or high concentration of TCA peels. CO2 laser and fractional CO2 laser deliver superior and consistent results by targeting the skin with much higher level of precision. "