Peeling skin
Peeling is commonly used to get healthier skin, softness and youth. By peeling, you can get rid of a lot of skin problems or hide them. Peeling is the process of removing the upper layers of the skin to stimulate the skin to create new layers that are more harmonious in color and texture.
Problems treated by skin peeling
Peeling treats many skin problems such as:
- Lines of fine wrinkles in the skin around the mouth and eyes.
- Brown or red spots or any spot of a chromatic color different from the color of the skin.
- Acne scars and chicken pox.
- Surface scars for old facial wounds.
- Blood vessels visible on the surface of the skin.
- Skin relaxation caused by aging or accumulation of cellulite.
Methods of skin peeling
There are three main methods of skin peeling:
- Chemical peeling.
- Laser peeling.
- Mechanical peeling.
Chemical peeling of the skin
Chemical peel is a cosmetic process that exfoliates the skin with one or more chemical solutions. The skin is painted with chemicals to destroy the outer skin tissue. The cells are then destroyed and destroyed. After peeling, new layers of skin form from deep layers of the skin. The chemical peeling is divided into three types depending on the depth of the peeling that occurs in the skin to superficial, medium and deep peeling, and the doctor determines the type of peeling suitable for the patient depending on the nature of the problem he is suffering. The doctor can control the depth of peeling by selecting the appropriate peeling material and its concentration and duration of application on the skin. The best chemical peeling results can be seen on sun-damaged skin. Peeling is not recommended for dark skin owners because the new layers of skin may grow in a different color than the normal skin color.
In the case of skin peeling, by a dermatologist or plastic surgery specialist under local and general anesthesia in the middle and deep peeling cases, the doctor shall determine the appropriate peeling type of the patient as appropriate and prepare the patient’s skin for the operation sufficiently long .
Uses of chemical peeling
Chemical peeling is used to treat skin problems caused by exposure to solar radiation, causing premature aging of the skin. It also removes skin pigments such as freckles, dandruff, and fine lines of wrinkles.
The mechanical peeling of the skin
In mechanical peeling, the upper layers of the skin are removed. This is accomplished by the use of a small, fast-spinning wheel with a coarse surface resembling fine sandpaper, and mechanical peeling under local and general anesthesia is performed by a dermatologist or a plastic surgeon.
Uses of mechanical peeling
The technique of mechanical peeling is used to treat scars caused by acne, wounds, facial wrinkles, tattoos, spots or carcinogenic tumors.
Laser skin peeling
In laser peeling, the laser sends impulses of high-energy light, absorbed by the skin, converts light into thermal energy, and destroys layers of thin skin. In the healing phase, new layers of skin grow. The CO2 laser is the most commonly used laser in peeling.
Uses of laser peeling
Laser peels are used to treat stains, scars and wrinkles.
Peeling skin naturally
Skin peeling is a superficial exfoliation of natural substances that exfoliates, nourishes, and softens skin. Although peeling with natural materials is safer than medical methods, it can cause harm to people with light and sensitive skin, hyperhidrosis, pregnant and lactating women, The natural used for peeling, are:
Salt or sugar and olive oil
The use of salt and sugar is an effective method of skin peeling, but it can be harsh on sensitive skin if used on the face. Olive oil is the best natural skin moisturizer, containing nutrients and vitamins such as vitamin E that penetrates the skin deeply to restore skin to its lost lumen. Aging or because of acne. It can be used in skin peeling by bringing a tablespoon of salt or sugar, mixed with half a tablespoon of olive oil and placed on the skin with a gentle massage, and for those with sensitive skin can use ground sugar, which will be nice on the skin but less effective in peeling.
Lemonade
Lemon juice has the ability to lighten skin pigmentation. It also removes dead skin cells because it contains citric acid and ascorbic acid. Ascorbic acid is also essential for building collagen in the skin. Regular use of lemon juice may increase skin elasticity. By using a tablespoon of lemon juice on a piece of cotton and wipe the skin with it, after ten minutes wash the skin with warm water and then dry and moisturize. The use of lemon may increase the sensitivity of the skin to the sun causing sunburn, so do not put it before leaving the house and make sure to use a protective the sun.
Baking soda
Baking soda from natural skin scrubs, works to change the pH balance of the skin, and can cause skin irritation and redness in the owners of sensitive skin, especially if not used a moisturizer equivalent to the pH of the skin after peeling, and how to use to mix one tablespoon of baking soda with two tablespoons Of water, then put on the skin with a massage for a minute, then wash the skin and moisturize.
Milk yoghurt
Yoghurt contains lactic acid, which helps to cleanse and exfoliate the skin. Mix yogurt with honey and apply to the skin. Wash face after 15 minutes. This mask moisturizes the skin and makes it brighter. The previous mixture can be prepared by adding a gram of flour with milk Apply on the skin for 15 minutes, then rinse the face with cold water.