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Types of Chemical Peels: Which Peel Is Right for Me?

West Lake Dermatology

Updated on January 15, 2025 A chemical peel is a dermatological procedure designed to improve the skins texture and appearance by applying a chemical solution to the skin. This solution causes the outermost layer of skin to exfoliate and eventually peel off, revealing newer, smoother, and more youthful-looking skin underneath.

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Chemical Peel Confidence: A Guide for Estheticians

Enlightened Beauty

Feeling Nervous About Chemical Peels? If your heart races every time you think about applying your first (or next) chemical peel, youre in good company. Many new estheticians feel a mix of fear, pressure, and uncertainty when it comes to advanced treatments like peels. And it makes sense. Mistakes dont define you.

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Acne Be Gone: Proven Treatments for Clear Skin

Kim Gallo Esthetics

Some popular ingredients in topical treatments include benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, retinoids, and glycolic acid. Chemical Peels Chemical peels involve applying a solution to the skin to exfoliate dead skin cells and unclog pores. More on those in a bit! Don't let acne hold you back any longer.

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Next-Generation Chemical Peels

Les Nouvelles Esthetics & Spa

By Dr. Jennifer Linder, MD, FAAD The aesthetics industry continues to evolve with new treatment devices and ingredients introduced regularly; however, chemical peel innovation has stalled. Traditional chemical peels utilize high percentages of caustic acids at a low pH to exfoliate and initiate the wound healing response.

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That Chemical Peel Didn’t Work

Lipgloss and Aftershave

Has a client ever come to you and said, “I had a chemical peel and it didn’t work, my skin still looks awful!”? The worst is when you find out that a chemical peel was literally the only thing they have done for their skin. The genistein is extracted through Nature Pure Labs’ patented ingredient technology.

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FDA: Don’t Purchase or Use Retailer-sold Chemical Peels

The Dermatology Digest

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning consumers not to purchase or use certain chemical peel skin products without appropriate professional supervision due to risk of serious skin injuries. The FDA has not approved any chemical peel products.

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20+ Years in the Skincare Industry: Advice From an Esthetician

Kim Gallo Esthetics

Emerging technology has afforded us the luxury of ingredients and treatments from around the globe, challenging us to balance traditional wisdom with progressive science. Ingredients like vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, and retinol are some of the powerhouses that can work wonders for your skin. pure ingredients.

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