What is a chemical peel?
A chemical peel is chemical solution used to improve and smooth the texture of the facial skin by removing its damaged outer layers. It is helpful for those individuals with facial blemishes, wrinkles and uneven skin pigmentation.
Are there different types of chemical peel?
The Iowa Clinic Medical Spa offers a variety of professional SkinMedica chemical peels for your face to improve the appearance of your skin:
- Illuminize Peel® - helps provide vibrant, radiant looking skin with minimal downtime. Appropriate for mild skin imperfections as determined by your physician. Not for sale online, consult with your physician.
- Vitalize Peel® - Diminishes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Addresses skin tone unevenness that can be caused by acne scarring or other pigmentary changes. Appropriate for mild to moderate skin imperfections as determined by your physician.
- Rejuvenize Peel® - Smooth the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. See noticeable improvement after just one peel and compelling results after three to six peels. Appropriate for moderate to severe skin imperfections as determined by your physician.
How long is the recovery period after a chemical peel?
After the procedure, you will experience light swelling and your skin will begin to peel within two to three days. The peeling will continue over the next several days and should be healed in an average of seven to 10 days.
Can I apply makeup after a chemical peel?
To best aid in the recovery process, makeup should only be applied after the skin is completely healed.
Can a chemical peel be combined with other procedures?
Yes, our experts have been trained to combine a chemical peel with many other procedures you may be interested in. A consultation is required to determine what treatments will work together.