Chemical Peel Treatment (TCA)

How Chemical Peel Treatment Works

A physician administered chemical peel, (TCA peel,) is a much more aggressive peel than the exfoliative type peels done by non physicians. It is not as invasive as laser resurfacing so the recovery time is significantly less. It is often done in conjunction with facial rejuvenation surgery, but also can be performed in the medical spa setting under mild oral sedation. The TCA peel is safe and very well tolerated. There is a fairly pain free recovery period of five to seven days during which time the outer layer of facial skin peels away. Sun protection during the healing phase is very important.

A chemical peel is used to improve the appearance of the skin by removing the outer layers, which can help reduce wrinkles, age spots, and sun damage, resulting in smoother, brighter skin.

A TCA peel works by applying trichloroacetic acid to the skin, which causes the top layers to peel off, revealing new, regenerated skin underneath.

Yes, chemical peels can be effective for treating hyperpigmentation by exfoliating the skin and promoting the growth of new, evenly pigmented skin cells.