Light Chemical Peels and Microdermabrasion

The major benefit of light peels is to give a more refreshed, healthy color and smoother appearance to the facial skin. Light chemical peel is helpful for minimal wrinkles and irregular pigmentation (age spots). Pre-cancerous conditions such as keratoses (thick, rough, reddish growths) also respond well to this procedure. These procedures are relatively superficial and not as permanent as a laser. Light peels are most effective when repeated as part of a regular program. These peels are usually achieved with glycolic acid, trichloracetic acid, or a mixture called Jessner’s. Light peel can also be achieved with Microdermabrasion (a fine spray of sand). Microdermabrasion can be combined with light chemical peels.

Skin Rejuvenation with skin creams

A skin rejuvenation program is often used in conjunction with either chemical peels or laser wrinkle removal to reduce the fine wrinkles of the face, lighten areas of hyperpigmentation and produce a softer texture to the skin. The program can be accomplished separately or in conjunction with the other procedures listed here and is followed at home by the patient after a consultation and a treatment plan is established for the patient's cosmetic needs. Our skin care department is dedicated to providing you with the latest and most effective skin treatments available. Retin-A (Renova), glycolic acid (fruit acids), Vitamin E and C creams are also used. There are also many other new treatments such as copper and various enzymes that may have benefit. We invite you to inquire about which of these creams may be helpful for you to achieve smoother, fresher, younger-looking skin.