Vancouver Glycolic Peels Lower Mainland
Glycolic acid is derived from sugar cane and has a small molecular profile that allows it to penetrate skin's surface. Glycolic peels reduce wrinkles, acne scarring, hyperpigmentation and improve many other skin conditions such as acne. Once applied, glycolic acid reacts with the upper layer of the epidermis, weakening the binding properties of the lipids that hold the dead skin cells together. This allows the outer skin to "dissolve" revealing new, smooth, underlying skin. Glycolic also stimulates collagen Collagen: a fibrous protein that connects and supports other bodily tissues, such as skin, bone, tendons, muscles. Collagen provides firmness and strength .
How Glycolic Peels Work
Glycolic peels can be applied to the face, neck, chest, hands, arms and legs. Glycolic is painted on as a mask and left on the skin for a period of time to do its work. Treatments can last from 20 minutes to an hour depending on the size of skin area treated.
Glycolic acid is an alpha hydroxy Alpha hydroxy: also called fruit or citric acids; women have been using lemon juice for bleaching freckles for centuries. Though skin care product make many claims, alpha hydroxy (glycolic for example) does exactly what it claims acid, which means that it can penetrate the skin to deliver moisture and stimulate the production of new collagen, while revealing undamaged skin below the skin's outermost layer. Glycolic treatments work by separating the skin cells, which allows dead cells to float to the surface along with trapped dirt and oils.
Indications
Glycolic peels are an effective way to treat the following skin conditions:- Rough, dry skin
- Age spots, brown spots
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Acne
- Acne scarring
- Discoloured, uneven skin tone
Glycolic Peel Advantages
- Effective, safe skin treatment
- Non-invasive, non-surgical
- Minimal side effects
- No down time
- Natural acid derived from sugar cane
- Compatible with all skin types
- Rejuvenates the skin
- Stimulates collagen production
- Beneficial for acne patients
Glycolic Efficacy and Safety
Glycolic is a safe, natural substance derived from sugar cane. Glycolic is not a drug and does not enter the blood stream. Glycolic acid is non-toxic. Glycolic can be safely applied before or after exposure to the sun, though sun screen should be applied and over-exposure to the sun's harmful rays should be avoided. A slight tinglin or moderate burning sensation may be felt during and for a few hours after the glycolic treatments.
