What is facial peeling in the salon - photos before and after the procedure

One of the most popular services is facial peeling in the salon - this is an effective procedure that accelerates the natural renewal of the skin. Despite the fact that this method of cleansing practically does not injure the skin, it is in no way inferior in effectiveness to classical mechanical facial cleansing.

Peeling cleansing allows you to cope with serious facial defects: wrinkles, age spots, scars and cicatrices, rashes of any origin. The list of indications for using this method is very extensive. It is used:

• For acne;
• For hyperpigmentation;
• For peeling;
• When the skin is contaminated;
• With age-related changes.

The right type of peel can be found for any skin type. This technique can be used for both normal or oily and dry faces. Sensitive epidermis is also not considered an obstacle to this procedure.

The method allows you to exfoliate dead cells, restore the protective properties of the dermis, deeply moisturize the face, eliminate scars, stretch marks and wrinkles. It also has lifting and anti-inflammatory effects.

By constantly applying this cleansing, you can achieve smooth and well-groomed skin and eliminate any facial imperfections.

Deep peeling – what is it?

The deep peeling procedure has been known for a long time - it has been done in salons for more than 70 years. Previously, the main component was only phenol. Now oils are added to it to soften the skin and to reduce absorption into the blood, as well as glycerin and propylene glycol.

Each salon may have its own original recipe for such a composition, but phenol remains the main component.

In general, there are superficial, medium and deep peels; they differ in the depth of impact on the skin. Superficial and medial are less traumatic than deep, so women should be especially careful if they decide to take this step. The peeling procedure is a necessity for skin at different ages (from 30 to 55 years old), because it cleanses the skin and gets rid of dead cells. The basis of the procedure is the subsequent regeneration of the skin, its natural restoration and renewal.

Deep facial peeling allows you to get rid of not only dead cells, but also hyperpigmentation, small scars, wrinkles, and acne marks.

Beauty guide: chemical peels - who are they and who needs them?

Chemical peeling is a procedure that is loved by both doctors and patients. What types of peelings are there and do you really need them? We have compiled a detailed guide for you.

Chemical peeling is a controlled damage to the skin, in response to which regeneration processes are launched. The idea is not new. In Ancient Egypt, sour cream rich in lactic acid was applied to the face. French women rubbed their skin with old wine containing tartaric acid. Nowadays, chemical peeling is one of the most popular procedures. According to research by the ISAPS Aesthetic Society in 2018, peeling was among the top 5 most popular procedures in the United States (after Botox and hyaluronic acid injections).

This popularity is facilitated by the low cost of the procedure, because it requires very little: an acid solution, sponges, sponges, brushes, a timer and a little time.

The second (and main) reason is a noticeable cosmetic effect. The skin becomes more even, smooth, wrinkles are reduced, pigmentation and acne spots are lightened, comedones are removed, and pores are reduced. The possibilities of peeling are not limited to just the aesthetic effect. The method is used in the treatment of acne, rosacea and other diseases.

Who needs it and when to start?

The ability to regenerate is the most important property of the skin, without which it could not protect the body from the external environment. In addition to regeneration associated with external damage, renewal processes are ongoing. “If the skin were not renewed, but only grew larger all the time, we would have long ago become like armadillos,” jokes Ekaterina Vladimirovna Miladinova , cosmetologist at the Petrovka Beauty clinic.

However, the mechanism of renewal of the stratum corneum of the skin slows down over time. There are many reasons. On the one hand, this process is inherent in our genes, on the other hand, it is influenced by age and lifestyle - stress, lack of sleep, poor diet, smoking.

Ekaterina Vladimirovna says: “In cosmetology there is a conventional scale of must-haves in care for different ages. At 20 years old, healthy skin has enough sun protection and antioxidants. At 30, moisturizing and exfoliation are added to these two points. At 40, you will additionally need peptides and retinoids. It turns out that by about 30 – 30+, the processes of natural cell exfoliation begin to slow down, and they should begin to be helped.”

Types of Chemical Peels

Peels are usually classified according to the depth of penetration into the skin:

• very superficial - on the very surface of the stratum corneum (exfoliation);
• superficial - acts in the stratum corneum of the epidermis and reaches the papillary layer;
• median - acts in the papillary layer;
• deep - reaches the middle of the reticular layer of the dermis.

Chemical peels are performed with acids. Depending on the type, concentration and pH, some can penetrate deeper, while others work only on the surface. For example, glycolic acid in a concentration of up to 3% is used to treat dermatoses, from 10 to 15% for superficial peels, and more than 25% for superficial-medium and median peels.

pH is an indicator of acidity: the lower it is, the deeper and faster the peel penetrates the skin. It is based on pH that products are divided into home and professional. So, for example, a glycolic peel with a concentration of 30% for professional use will have a pH of 1.8, and for home use - 3 or more. Therefore, if you see a home remedy with a high acid content, most likely its pH will be so high that you cannot harm yourself with it.

The greater the depth of the peeling, the stronger the effect, but also the higher the risk of complications. The rehabilitation period also increases. If regeneration after peeling is successful, the skin will look smoother, firmer, denser and younger. However, after too much damage, scars, hyperpigmentation, redness, or infectious complications may occur.

Home peeling

All kinds of masks, peeling pads (pads soaked in a composition with acid), scrubs combining polishing particles and acids, serums, tonics with acids - all these products act in the very top layers of the skin. They are able to exfoliate 1-2 layers of keratinized cells (out of 12-14).

Cosmetologists recommend using home peelings 1-2 times a week - this will be enough to simply maintain good skin condition. If you want some larger, qualitative changes or need to solve a problem like pigmentation or acne, then you should go to a cosmetologist.

Superficial peeling

A simple and easy procedure performed in the clinic. It is usually easily tolerated and has a good clinical effect. Suitable for, on the one hand, introducing the patient to acids, and on the other hand, so that the doctor gets to know the patient’s skin better and can predict the reaction to acids.

Ekaterina Vladimirovna : “If an unfamiliar patient comes to me, I try to play it safe as much as possible - I suggest doing almond peeling, it is one of the softest. And I start the procedure itself with a light acid wash - so that I can immediately notice if the patient experiences irritation.”

The main thing that superficial peeling does is exfoliate dead particles. It also gives cells a signal to renew - a sharp decrease in the thickness of the stratum corneum is stress for the skin, which causes increased lipid synthesis. Depending on the concentration, pH and type of acid, peelings work at different depths, but still remain within the stratum corneum.

With the help of superficial peels, you can even out texture and tone, lighten pigmentation, reduce fine wrinkles, clean and tighten pores, and prepare the skin for more serious cosmetic effects (for example, deeper peels).

Process: The entire procedure takes less than an hour. The face is cleansed and a peeling composition is applied. Then, depending on the acid, they either wash it off or send the patient home to wash off the composition after a few hours (yellow peeling). The procedure itself is comfortable - you may feel a slight burning or tingling sensation, which quickly passes.

Rehabilitation is fast: 1-3-5 days. Superficial peels do not provide strict rehabilitation - the skin after them may peel off, severely or barely noticeably (depending on the acid and the characteristics of the body). That’s why it’s also called a weekend procedure: if done in the middle of the week, then the peak of peeling will occur just on the weekend, and by Monday the face will return to its proper form.

What else you need to know before you go to a cosmetologist

One procedure is most likely not enough to see the result - you will need a course of 5-7 with a break of a week and a half.

Immediately after peeling, the skin should be allowed to work on its own - the renewal process has just started in it, there is no need to help it. To do this, you will have to give up thick creams for a couple of days.

Medium peeling

The purpose of medium peeling is to intensively traumatize the skin. It serves as an impetus for active cell regeneration, synthesis of collagen, elastin, and hyaluronic acid in tissues. As a result of the course of procedures, the oval is tightened, wrinkles and post-acne scars are reduced, and hyperpigmentation goes away.

For medium peeling, acids are used in higher concentrations than for superficial peeling. For example, glycolic 70%, trichloroacetic 35-50%.

Mechanism: acid molecules are smaller, they penetrate deeper into the skin and work not only on the surface layer, but also at the dermis level - with living cells.

Process: may be painful, the doctor may suggest taking painkillers.

Rehabilitation is not quick: for about 5-10 days the skin will peel off severely, as if you were sunburned. In the first days after the procedure, there may be swelling and redness.

What else you need to know

• Going to a cosmetologist and doing a medium peel right away will most likely not work. The procedure requires skin preparation: superficial peeling is done 4-6 weeks in advance, then products with acids are introduced into home care.
• You should never comb the skin after the procedure or pick out peelings due to the risk of post-traumatic pigmentation.
• The most common complication is the development of hyperpigmentation in those who do not use high-protection sunscreens after the procedure.

Deep peelings

Deep peelings are almost never done now. During the procedure, almost all layers of the dermis are removed, leaving only small islands of tissue. This is practically an operation performed by plastic surgeons under local anesthesia. Deep peelings are carried out with TCA or phenol-based compounds.

It is impossible to predict how the skin will recover after such damage. The regeneration process is very painful and long - up to 6 months, there is a risk of post-inflammatory pigmentation, problems with blood vessels and even skin tone. In fact, the body grows new skin.

However, there is still a demand for the procedure. If healing is successful, even deep wrinkles and age spots will disappear, and the skin will noticeably tighten. The effect of such peeling lasts 10-15 years.

Ekaterina Vladimirovna : “With the advent of lasers, many clinics abandoned deep peelings. Because in order to work in the deep layers of the skin with peeling, you need to damage the upper layers, and this is a lot of risks during healing. The principle of laser operation is completely different - its wave can penetrate deep without damaging the upper layers. The skin remains protected by the stratum corneum, which means it recovers normally.”

The main acids used for peelings

The main active ingredient in chemical peeling is acid. Their main task is to exfoliate. But depending on the type, they also have other positive effects.

AHA acids (Alpha Hydroxy Acids) are obtained from plants, fruits, milk or synthesized artificially. This:

Almond is a large molecule that cannot penetrate deep into the skin and remains in the superficial stratum corneum. Therefore, this peeling is one of the mildest, does not cause irritation, and is easily tolerated by patients.

It reduces fine wrinkles, improves skin texture, and removes post-inflammatory and hyperpigmentation. It is especially indicated for patients with a combination of photoaging and acne, as well as for acne rosacea.

Glycolic acid - this acid has the smallest molecule, so it penetrates the skin easily and quickly. However, for the same reason, peeling can cause burning, stinging, and irritation, especially for sensitive skin. Pros: moisturizes because it can hold water molecules around it; promotes exfoliation, destroying connections between dead cells of the stratum corneum (corneocytes), reduces fine wrinkles.

Milk - moisturizes and exfoliates. The skin becomes smoother and fuller. Best suited for aged and dry skin. Under its influence, the edges of pigment spots fade, and the overall tone becomes smoother. Therefore, it is especially good for aging skin with pigmentation.

Other AHA acids: acetic, malic, citric, tartaric and others.

BHA acids (Beta Hydroxy Acid) are fat soluble, not water soluble. There are several BHA acids, but salicylic acid is usually used in cosmetology. It is able to dissolve in sebum, prevent the appearance of comedones and remove blackheads. It has a powerful anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effect, but does not penetrate into the deeper layers and causes virtually no side effects. Peels based on pure salicylic acid are recommended for patients with acne, seborrhea, hyperpigmentation, wrinkles, and skin microrelief disorders.

Due to its ability to “loose” the stratum corneum, salicylic acid is often used in other chemical peel protocols (for example, retinoic peels) to improve their penetration and achieve a more pronounced result.

And also

Trichloroacetic acid (TCA) - especially indicated for superficial wrinkles. Provides renewal of the epidermis, stimulates metabolic processes, helps improve skin texture, as well as various types of scars (post-traumatic, post-operative, post-acne) and other skin relief disorders.

Jessner's solution is a combination of resorcinol and lactic and salicylic acids. The solution is applied in layers - the more layers, the deeper the peeling will penetrate. This allows the doctor to individually select the number of layers - from 1 to 8 - for each specific patient, thus achieving the optimal result. Peeling causes active peeling, making it effective for hyperkeratosis, pronounced age-related changes and skin texture disorders.

Retinoic or yellow peeling stands apart . The mechanism of its action is fundamentally different from the action of other acids: the composition works in the surface layer and does not damage living cells, but stimulates cell renewal in deeper layers. As a result, skin aging slows down, its texture and density improves, and its texture and tone are evened out.

Some cosmetic brands produce cocktails - mixtures of different acids. However, there is a small risk in this - if the skin was not familiar with acids before, it may react, and it will be difficult to figure out what exactly. Therefore, many cosmetologists prefer mono-peelings.

Contraindications

• Active viral, fungal, bacterial diseases. Open wounds. Previous dermatitis (psoriasis, atopic dermatitis).
• Previously used products with photosensitizing effects.
• For medium and deep peels - impaired scarring of skin tissue, keloids, use of isotretinoin in the last 6 months.

The most common questions to the doctor and answers to them

Is it possible to remove pores?

Ekaterina Vladimirovna: Over time, the mouths of the pores stretch, so the older the person, the larger the pores. You can clean the pore with peeling and it will tighten a little. But it’s impossible to completely remove it and make the skin perfectly smooth. Even with a laser. You may achieve some short-term effect, but eventually they will appear again.

What is better - peeling or laser?

Ekaterina Vladimirovna: Peels do an excellent job with all the imperfections in the upper layers of the skin - small wrinkles, uneven tone, fresh pigmentation. But with large defects - scars, hyperpigmentation, deep wrinkles - it is better to go for laser.

At the same time, my patients are very different. Some people prefer to do a peeling course - it’s painless, the rehabilitation is almost invisible, you don’t fall out of life, you just need to go to the clinic 4-7 times. Others prefer lasers. They allow you to reach the deeper layers of the skin, but the rehabilitation process is longer, crusts do not form, but swelling and redness last longer. Although, of course, everything depends on the aggressiveness of the procedure, whether it is peeling or laser damage (usually fractional photothermolysis). The laser is also done repeatedly.

And now it’s popular to combine laser resurfacing and surface peeling, because everyone is always in a hurry and wants to immediately “make me beautiful,” so there are methods here too.

Is it possible to do peeling in the summer?

Ekaterina Vladimirovna: There is an opinion that chemical peelings are impossible during periods of high solar activity. However, this mainly applies to medium and deep peels and those patients whose skin is prone to hyperpigmentation. Otherwise, with properly selected home remedies (including sunscreens), peelings can be performed.

We thank the Petrovka-Beauty clinic and personally the director Natalya Buzhinskaya and cosmetologist Ekaterina Miladinova for their help in creating the material.

Peeling (3 stages)

It is better to entrust this procedure to specialists, as this is quite a serious manipulation. The effect after deep peeling is truly amazing, as proven by the before and after photos - the skin becomes healthier, becomes younger, regeneration processes are accelerated, wrinkles and defects disappear.

It is worth noting that the procedure has contraindications and age restrictions, which will be described below, so before carrying out a consultation with a cosmetologist will be required!

It’s worth saying right away that not every woman can withstand deep chemical peeling, because it is a rather unpleasant and lengthy procedure that lasts at least 45 minutes (sometimes two hours). During this manipulation, the facial skin is “burned out”, so the client may experience very painful and uncomfortable sensations. It is possible to initially conduct the session under general anesthesia, otherwise the patient is sedated with strong painkillers. For the safety of the patient, the patient must be connected to a cardiac monitor in the salon and an anesthesiologist must be present in the room.

If these services are not available for your deep chemical peel, consider finding another location for the procedure.

The session is carried out in several stages:

1. Cleansing the skin with aggressive soap and a sponge, followed by alcohol degreasing.
2. Now the phenol-based peeling mixture itself is applied. It is smeared onto individual areas of the skin, and then distributed evenly using a special device. This is done because the skin in different areas has a different structure, so it is important to observe the proportions of application of the drug.
3. The skin is treated with medications that contain antibiotics, and they are also prescribed for oral administration.

Deep chemical peeling of the face is done no more than once a year. The frequency will depend on the condition of the skin and the patient himself, as well as on the doctor’s recommendations. Some doctors generally advise going for such manipulation only a couple of times in your entire life.

How to choose a peel for your skin

When deciding which cleaning method to choose, focus on the following parameters:

• Your skin type: oily, dry, normal;
• Problems that need to be resolved;
• Contraindications to the procedure;
• The cost of a specific method;
• What does this type of facial peeling provide?
• How will facial peeling be carried out by a cosmetologist?

It is best to choose a specific method together with a cosmetologist. A professional will help you figure out which type of cleansing is best for your skin, and which types you should avoid for your indications. The specialist will also introduce you to the drugs on which the procedure will be carried out and provide information on prices.

Result after peeling

The procedure can give truly stunning effects. It is most often carried out for the following purposes:

• improved blood circulation;
• regulation of the sebaceous glands on the face;
• removing dead cells that clog pores;
• lifting, elastin production;
• natural regeneration;
• rejuvenation;
• smoothing wrinkles and scars;
• getting rid of pigmentation.

Before deciding on exfoliation, the patient is recommended not only to consult a doctor, but also to undergo an examination in order to prevent all possible negative consequences. It is also important to trust good professionals, and not beginners in this matter.

Professional peelings: mechanism of action

The skin of the face is thin and delicate. It is most susceptible to the influence of adverse weather factors and ecology, which trigger age-related changes. Therefore, it is so important to provide proper care and prevent early withering and aging processes. The use of nourishing and moisturizing masks and creams benefits the skin, but it cannot trigger active cell renewal and regeneration. This effect is achieved by a more radical procedure – exfoliation (peeling) of the dermis.

The essence of the method is to remove the top, keratinized cells and cleanse the facial skin. During the cleaning process, intensive exfoliation of the stratum corneum occurs, which stimulates deeper cells to actively regenerate. Their accelerated division helps to heal and rejuvenate the epidermis, even out the tone, and eliminate minor defects. Young skin, freed from dead cells, intensively absorbs and absorbs nutrients, moisture and oxygen.

As a result, the cell renewal mechanism is launched, metabolic processes are activated, and the synthesis of collagen and elastin fibers is improved. This is necessary to maintain facial skin turgor and slow down the aging process.

Contraindications (6 restrictions)

Any medical procedure may have its contraindications, and exfoliation is no exception.

First of all, it is worth noting that chemical cleansing should not be carried out on women under 50-55 years of age, since at a young age the skin is thinner and more delicate and is easily damaged.

Contraindications:

1. Heart disease or installed pacemaker;
2. Kidney and liver diseases;
3. Oncology;
4. Pregnancy and lactation;
5. Eczema and psoriasis, other dermatological diseases;
6. Acne, acne.

It is precisely because of possible contraindications that the patient is recommended to undergo an examination initially.

The session is not recommended for women who have dark skin, since after recovery it will become noticeably paler compared to the general background, but this is not a contraindication, but only a recommendation.

Classification of facial peels

All procedures with a cleansing effect in cosmetology are divided into two categories - according to the degree of depth and type of effect.

The depth of penetration depends on the thickness of the stratum corneum and the general condition of the skin. Taking this parameter into account, facial peeling can be:

• superficial;
• average;
• deep.

Based on the type of impact, facial skin peels are:

• mechanical;
• chemical;
• hardware.

Each of these options has its pros and cons, application features, indications and contraindications. Let's take a closer look at the different options for the popular procedure.

The importance of preparation

A week before phenol peeling, you must start taking antiviral drugs (as prescribed by your doctor). In general, it is impossible to prepare the skin for a third-degree burn, and this is exactly what will be obtained as a result. The only thing that can be done is to saturate the skin with useful substances as much as possible and undergo a series of special procedures, but they must also be prescribed by a doctor.

Make arrangements in advance for a vacation, at least for a couple of weeks. After the procedure, the face looks unattractive and it is advisable to simply be in the comfort of your own home at this time.

Mechanism of action. What drugs are used?

The principle of the procedure is simple - the chemical damages the epidermis. After this, the skin cells activate their forces and direct them to enhanced renewal of the skin. Fibroblasts begin to be produced, which, in turn, cause the formation of collagen, elastin and other useful substances. This leads to hydration and thickening of the epidermis.

The cosmetologist selects peeling products individually depending on existing skin problems.

Recovery (important nuances)

After chemical exfoliation, the patient will have a third-degree burn and a crust will appear, which should never be touched with hands, this can lead to infection, inflammation and pigmentation. This crust will peel off on its own in 10-15 days. It is mandatory to take antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs, but only as prescribed by the attending physician.

It is forbidden to be in the sun, sunbathing, or visiting baths and saunas. For the first three days, it is generally forbidden to even wash your face or brush your teeth - getting water on inflamed skin can be dangerous.

Results should not be expected immediately. Maximum effectiveness will be noticeable only after 2-3 months, not earlier.

How often is the procedure done?

Only a cosmetologist can answer this question accurately. There are many nuances, ranging from skin type to what kind of product will be used. It is not recommended to do the procedure too often, since by the next session the epidermis should be fully restored. Below are the averages.

Question answer

No, blepharoplasty can solve this problem. This is plastic surgery of the eyelids. The situation can be improved a little with the help of contour plastic surgery and microcurrent therapy.

The fact is that it is at this time that the sun’s activity decreases, and the worn-out skin after manipulation is highly vulnerable to UV rays. As a result, you may encounter problems, such as pigmentation. But even in winter it is worth using sunscreen.

It differs for each person and can take up to six months.

Hardware cosmetology

Hardware laser peeling techniques:

• laser rejuvenation;
• ultrasonic;
• radio wave peeling.

Laser rejuvenation allows you to quickly get rid of skin defects - scars, age spots, acne, wrinkles.

This procedure is safe and effective, has virtually no contraindications or side effects, and all negative aspects are completely eliminated.

Ultrasonic peeling allows you to deeply cleanse the skin, rejuvenate it, and get rid of defects and wrinkles. Just like laser, it does not have any negative effects on the skin or the entire body as a whole - it is completely safe and most effective. Radio wave peeling is based on post-traumatic tissue restoration. This procedure is safe and does not pose any complications or side effects. After such manipulation, the skin becomes younger, deep wrinkles are smoothed out, and fine wrinkles disappear altogether.

Is it possible to perform peeling at home?

Deep facial peeling at home is impossible, because the procedure requires a thorough and professional approach, but there are several products that can replace the drug with phenol.

If you plan to do this process at home, be careful about the procedure.

Whatever products you use, be sure to test them on the crook of your elbow a day before - if an allergic reaction occurs, discard it.

You can carry out this peeling at home, but you should begin to carefully prepare the skin. Cleansing will be carried out in several stages:

1. Treatment with a disinfectant - bringing the skin to a normal acid balance.
2. Application of the selected product (acid).
3. Cleansing.
4. Moisturize with a suitable cream.

You should not start peeling if the skin is not cleansed; you must strictly follow the entire sequence. Remember about the possible unpleasant consequences that can remain on your face for life - scars, burns, etc. The following remedies can be used at home:

• salicylic acid - makes the skin young, promotes regeneration and collagen production;
• glycolic acid - cleanses, moisturizes, makes more elastic;
• citric and mandelic acids;
• calcium chloride - deeply cleanses, allows the skin to breathe, promotes natural regeneration.

Such products can be purchased at a regular pharmacy or specialized cosmetic stores; there should be no problems with this.

If you decide to cleanse your face with calcium chloride, then it must be applied in several layers. Each layer must first dry. For the first time you should not apply more than four layers, after which the number can be increased. To remove such a mask, you need to lubricate your fingertips with baby soap and slowly roll calcium chloride off your face. Masks using acids are made according to the same principle. Peeling at home will definitely not give the same results as salon procedures, but it is a good alternative when visiting such establishments is not possible. And they are much safer.

Possible complications and side effects

Chemical peeling is damage to the skin, which, one way or another, is accompanied by unpleasant consequences. They are divided into expected, which are a natural reaction of the body, and unexpected. The first type includes:

• swelling;
• redness;
• burning;
• peeling;
• tightness.

Swelling usually occurs due to allergies, impaired fluid outflow or interruptions in the functioning of blood vessels. It should go away within 24 hours. Redness after peeling is always observed; if it is not there, this indicates the ineffectiveness of the procedure. The burning sensation occurs from the action of acids on the cells of the epidermis. It may occur during application of the drug and persist for 24 hours.

The intensity of peeling depends on the type of peeling. With superficial skin, finely scaly skin discharges are observed, and with other types it peels off in whole layers. The feeling of tightness is formed due to sudden dehydration of the surface. It may last for several days.

Unforeseen complications after chemical peeling include the following:

• recurrent herpes;
• allergic reaction;
• tissue infection;
• severe inflammation;
• persistent redness of the surface;
• hyperpigmentation;
• seborrhea;
• increased skin sensitivity;
• demarcation line;
• acne and follicles;
• telangiectasia.

Price

The cost of such cleansing in each salon is individual; it also varies by city:

• Moscow from 3500;
• Rostov-on-Don from 3000;
• Tyumen from 2500.

On average, the cost of the procedure is about 3,000 thousand rubles, if you calculate the average price for Russian cities. The price of deep chemical peeling will depend on several parameters - the prestige of the clinic, the doctor’s experience, the city.

Some clinics and salons do not provide this procedure. The reason is the high toxicity of the active substance. If you are planning to undergo a session, then you should worry about looking for a suitable institution in advance.

How can the incidence of complications be reduced?

To protect yourself from complications caused by professional illiteracy, ask the cosmetologist to provide documents on education and permission to engage in this activity. Make sure that there are quality certificates for the drugs that will be used during the procedure.

The positive outcome of the peeling will largely depend on you. Strictly follow all specialist recommendations. This applies to both the preparation procedure and the care of treated skin. Do not hide the presence of contraindications from the cosmetologist.

Reviews

If you are planning to undergo deep facial peeling, reviews will help you finally decide whether to do it or not.

CATHERINE:

“I had a deep peeling done at a trusted salon. I was pleased with the result, although the rehabilitation was long and difficult.

Afterwards, my skin became young, tightened, and I began to look like I was 40 when I was almost 60. An incredible result! It’s a shame that you can’t use this service often, but I’ll definitely come back here in the future.”

ANNA:

“I went through the procedure and was dissatisfied - the doctor was young and inexperienced, but at first I didn’t attach any importance to it. Rehabilitation took 4 months, leaving scars that had to be removed with plastic surgery. Advice - carefully select a medical institution and a doctor in particular, and then you can avoid a negative experience.”

ELENA:

“I have hyperpigmentation and fine age wrinkles. After the procedure, all this became almost invisible. I won’t say that it disappeared completely, but the result is obvious. I was satisfied and recommend regular deep peeling after 60.”

CATHERINE:

“I have always suffered from an abundance of blackheads and acne scars. After completing the session, I was amazed - they disappeared, this simply does not happen. I’m 56 years old, but I look 45. The procedure is painful, the recovery is long, but it’s worth it, believe me! For a few thousand you can look at least 10 years younger, isn’t that what every woman dreams of?”

VASILISA:

“I ordered the service from a fashionable clinic, but was disappointed with the result. It is very painful, takes a long time to heal, and the result is almost invisible. Perhaps I chose the wrong clinic or doctor.”

Expert opinion

• Cosmetologist
• Surgeon

Irina Dorofeeva

practicing cosmetologist

Most peelings are prescribed in courses. But this does not apply to the deep effects of acids. Most cosmetologists advise undergoing such a procedure once in a lifetime. The fact is that such peeling affects the deep layers of the skin. You cannot do this manipulation yourself; it must be performed by a highly qualified specialist. An alternative to chemical peeling is, for example, a laser procedure.

Heather Pechey

plastic surgeon

Deep peeling is a complex procedure and can be compared to some extent with surgery.
I strongly recommend going only to reputable clinics. In addition, prepare for a long rehabilitation period, as you will get burned. This procedure is suitable for older women over 55 years of age. It is traumatic and painful. I would advise you to think 100 times whether deep peeling is worth it, or perhaps it is better to look for other rejuvenation options. Deep peeling is a serious cosmetic method of rejuvenation. After it is carried out, serious consequences await a person, for which it is worth preparing in advance. If you nevertheless decide to undergo this procedure, find a good specialist. Otherwise, you risk getting into trouble.