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Wed Nov 28, 2007 2:14 am  |
I would like to do a really strong glycolic peel similar to TCA ...now I know it wont be as deep as a TCA (which I would re do but my derm told me TCA is carcinogenic so that put me off)...I would love to hear from anyone knowing what the strength and time would be for glycolic acid to do a reasonable peel (that actually causes the skin to peel for several days )...has anyone had one at the doctors? I have had similar peels but never asked the strength or acid......and is glycolic even the best for that? or salicylic? though I think glycolic?
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Wed Nov 28, 2007 5:49 am |
Hi, I don't know if this will help. It's an overview from Plt.Skincare, so the pH levels/strengths might not be the exact same as in the doctor's office. I don't know what strenght would make your face peel for several days though, someone else should jump in here. Also, remember that just because you do not see any visible flaking does not mean the peel isn’t working. Most of the loosened skin comes off during your daily cleansings. If you skin “feels” smoother, it is working. I don't know alot about this, except skin is individual. Proceed with CAUTION! 
Glycolic Acid
Great "general" type of acid. It is water soluble, and works nicely on most skin types.
Lactic Acid
Milder than glycolic and is best for dry, aging and pigmented skin. Our lactic peel contains anti-aging and skin lightening herbal additives.
Salicylic Acid
Perfect for acne and oily skin types. It is oil soluble, and will penetrate sebum filled pores very easily to clean them out.
TCA
Trichloracetic Acid, is excellent for treating ice pick scars, pigmentation problems, and stands out as the premium acid to treat anti-aging. TCA is known as the "Refresher Peel", and will give the skin a beautiful, fresh glow. WARNING: Your skin condition and overall health are the biggest factors in determining if you are a good candidate for a TCA peel. If you have any concerns as to whether you should be applying this peel, please see your doctor or dermatologists.
The best candidates for chemical peels are the light skin types 1, 2, and 3, which have less chance for such complications as hyper (dark spots) and hypo (light spots) pigmentation and scarring. Although skin types 5 and 6 are not ideal for peels, they can be peeled using such superficial agents as salicylic acid or a low percentage glycolic acid such as 30% or 40%. The ideal peel for darker skinned individuals would be the TCA peel.
Percentages of acids and recommended uses: (Plt.skncare):
50% Lactic peel:
DRY skin/aging/pigmented skin types. Can be used on a weekly basis for moisturization. (2.5pH)
30% Glycolic peel:
Normal skin/sensitive skin, fine lines, previous glycolic usage without any irritation. (2.1pH)
40% Glycolic peel:
Normal skin, used 30% glycolic
peels previously SEVERAL TIMES! (2.1pH)
50% Glycolic peel:
Normal/acne/aging skin , used 40% glycolic
peels previously SEVERAL TIMES! (2.1pH)
60% Glycolic peel:
Normal/aging skin , used 50% glycolic peels previously SEVERAL TIMES! (2.1pH)
70% Glycolic peel:
For Body usage and professional applications. (pH 0.6) *Can be adjusted to a lower percentage!
Salicylic 3%/15%/25%:
Heavily clogged pores. Oily, acne prone skin. Begin with 15% salicylic before you advance to 25%.
Bi-Phasic:
All non-sensitive skin types. Salicylic pre-peel with a glycolic peel. Glycolic users in search of a deeper peel.
TCA combo 12.5%/20%/30%:
Damaged skin. Hyperpigmentation, sun damage and pre-cancerous lesions, acne, medium-depth lines, lip creases, freckling...
Doctor's office strengths:
30% pH 1.8
40% pH 1.6
50% pH 1.4
60% pH 1.1
70% pH 0.6
You probably already knew some of this, but maybe it helps a bit And again, proceed with caution when it comes to peels. |
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Norwegian, 28, brunette, medium/pale skintone, green eyes. Not sensitive skin, bit dry in winter, trying to figure out preventative skincare. Happy with: retin-a cream, emu, LRP Anthelios ss, Careprost. Stopped with CPs. Curious about: Bioderma ss, Renova, gadgets. |
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Wed Nov 28, 2007 8:04 am |
thanks ziggy thats so kind!
I do use 30 % glycolic and 55% lactic every week plus I have 15% TCA which does make you peel and takes about a week to recover.(have used it once last march)..I was going to use it again BUT dont want to now after what my doc said so would like a deeper peel from glycolic....thing is I remember ages ago having a peel that I needed 5 days recovery from and they dont do TCA here so it must have been glycolic....I do know that weekly peels that I am using are very helpful but want something a little dramatic....probably should just keep my weekly peels gioing and I know that they are working .....(I get so impatient)
I was wondering about the strength for the body! thanks for that 70% hey?...will get some and do my arms and hands now that they will be hidden away over winter...... |
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