Is a Chemical Peel Right for Me?

Determine whether getting a chemical peel in Huntington and Hicksville, NY, could offer your skin the results you’ve been looking for.

Many people can benefit from the results a chemical peel provides, but, before you decide upon any skin treatment, it’s important that you know as much as possible about it to help you fully decide whether it’s right for you. From the office of our dermatologists, Dr. David Sherer and Dr. Todd Coven, serving Huntington, Hicksville, Syosset, and Plainview, NY learn more about getting a chemical peel and what it can do for your appearance.

What Is a Chemical Peel?

A chemical peel applies a special chemical over the surface of your skin (usually the face) to remove the outermost layers of the skin, which often contain the most damage. By removing these damaged layers we can reveal fresh, new layers that look younger and smoother.

What Problems Can a Chemical Peel Address?

Anytime someone wants to repair the damage done to their skin a chemical peel becomes a great option. Why? Because it’s a simple and effective way to improve the overall texture, tone, and appearance of your skin without invasive cosmetic treatments that have extensive recovery periods.

If you have any of these skin issues a chemical peel may be able to help you:

• Blotchy and uneven skin
• Fine lines and wrinkles
• Superficial scars (e.g. acne scars)
• Brown spots
• Sun damage

How Long Does a Chemical Peel Take?

Depending on the type of peel you are getting our skin doctors may apply the chemical agent over your skin for only a couple of minutes while others may remain on your skin for a couple of hours.

What Is the Recovery Period Like?

The length of your recovery period will depend on which kind of chemical peel you received and how strong the chemical was. You will notice some redness, tenderness, and peeling after your treatment. Peeling can last a few days.

While you can carry on with your normal routine, it is highly recommended that you avoid exercising or participating in any activities that may lead to heavy sweating for at least a couple of days after your treatment. Your recovery period for a minor peel may only be a day or two while more serious peels can take a couple of weeks.

Does a chemical peel sound like the treatment you’ve been looking for to improve the look and tone of your skin? If so, then it’s time you turn to the skincare experts at Long Island Medical & Cosmetic Dermatology serving Huntington, Hicksville, Syosset, and Plainview, NY. Call (631) 271-2769 for the Huntington office or (516) 433-3200 for our Hicksville location.