Debunking Common Facial Peel Myths
The constant exposure to the sun, pollution in the air, and skin imperfections add years to our appearance. Instead of looking our age, we tend to look a decade older.
There are plenty of products available online that promise ‘natural’ ingredients to fight back signs of aging. But instead of delivering results, they cause acne breakouts and scar the skin.
Facial peels have been around for a long time, and play an important role in rejuvenation of the skin, treatment of acne and acne scars, and restoration of your natural look. Choosing the right provider is of utmost importance to patients looking for chemical peels. The right provider will consult you to determine the right peel and strength for your skin’s needs.
Here are few myths you need to avoid when planning your first facial peel:
Chemical peels are Painful
Chemical peels are good for your skin; they do not sting. They help reduce fine lines, while gently exfoliating your skin’s surface, removing dirt and opening clogged pores.
Glycolic facial peels are amongst the mildest and go deep into your skin’s layers. This helps rejuvenate the skin, leaving it soft, subtle and with a dewy glow.
They Don’t Have any Effect on the Skin
They also help tighten the skin and keep its elasticity in place.
They’re Expensive
They are reasonably priced and are made using specialized methods and techniques.
Because chemical peels have become popular in recent years, they are cost-effective today; anyone can afford them.
Nobody Uses Them
They’re used everywhere—teenagers use them, working women use them; even men use them!
You have to consult a dermatologist to see which facial peel is best suited for you.
If you are considering getting a facial peel, you will first need to get your skin tested to know which type of treatment is suited for your skin type. That’s where we come in.
We are a dermatology clinic based in New York City. We offer non-invasive services for myriad of skin-related problems, including skin allergies, acne and scars. If you are looking for a dermatologist in New York, contact us today.
Arash Akhavan, MD is founder and owner of The Dermatology and Laser Group, one of the top centers for cosmetic procedures in New York City for over a decade. Arash Akhavan, MD, FAAD is a Board Certified Dermatologist and an Associate Professor at The Mount Sinai School of Medicine. Dr. Akhavan is a Castle Connolly Top Doc, New York Magazine Best Doctor, and Super Doctor featured in The New York Times. Dr. Akhavan is a key opinion leader that has been featured on hundreds of media publications including The New York Times, Allure, Marie Claire, Women’s Health, Cosmopolitan, ABC News, Fox News, Fox 5, NY1, WPIX, and more. He has been featured on nationally syndicated television programs such as The Doctors.
Dr. Akhavan serves as an educator and lecturer for multiple aesthetic device and injectable companies. This allows his office access to newer technologies at an earlier date than other offices, as well as a higher level of expertise in the use of these devices. This, in turn, translates to more effective and safer treatments for our patients.
