What is a medium peel and for what indications?

What is a medium peel and its indications? 

Are you looking for an effective solution to reduce wrinkles, correct pigmentation spots or improve the texture of your skin? A medium peel could be the answer! Deeper than a superficial peel, it targets more advanced skin problems with impressive results. In this article, explore how this treatment can transform your skin by stimulating cell renewal and revealing a smoother, more radiant complexion. 

What is a medium peel? 

A medium chemical peel typically uses stronger active ingredients like trichloroacetic acid (TCA), glycolic acid, or a combination of acids to exfoliate the skin. These peels reach the upper layers of the dermis, offering more significant rejuvenation than superficial peels, which only affect the epidermis. 

Dermaceutic,provides advanced medium peel solutions such as Cosmo Peel 18 & 20% and Cosmo Peel Forte. These peels are designed to treat a wide range of skin issues, ensuring deeper exfoliation and long-lasting results. 

Results obtained after 1 Cosmo Peel Forte 

Indication: Elastosis & senile lentigines 

Phototype: III 

Protocol: Cosmo Peel Forte 

Before (Day 0) and After (Day 14): Improved skin texture, deep wrinkles are visibly reduced, and the skin appears smoother and more even. There is also a reduction in pigmentation spots and a general improvement in the complexion, which appears more radiant and even-toned. The peel therefore has a noticeable regenerating effect, delivering visible results quickly. 

 

How do medium peels work ? 

Medium peels cause controlled injury to the skin, removing its damaged outer layers. This process triggers the skin’s natural healing mechanisms, leading to increased collagen production and the emergence of fresh, healthier skin. Patients usually experience mild peeling or flaking for about 3–7 days, depending on the depth of the peel and the individual’s skin type. 

Key ingredients in medium peels 

• Trichloroacetic Acid (TCA): This is the most common active in medium-depth peels. TCA works by penetrating the skin to a greater depth than superficial peels, effectively addressing wrinkles, pigmentation, and other signs of skin aging. 

 

• Glycolic Acid: An alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) that exfoliates dead skin cells and encourages cellular turnover. It is commonly used for its rejuvenating and anti-aging effects . 

Indications for a medium peel 

Medium peels are ideal for individuals looking to target more advanced skin issues that cannot be effectively treated with superficial peels. Some of the common indications include: 

• Wrinkles and Fine Lines: Medium peels can significantly reduce the appearance of both fine lines and deeper wrinkles by boosting collagen production and stimulating skin renewal. 

 

• Hyperpigmentation: Conditions like melasma, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, and solar lentigines (sunspots) respond well to medium peels as they help to lighten pigmented areas and create a more even skin tone . 

 

• Actinic Keratosis: This pre-cancerous condition, characterized by rough, scalypatches on the skin, can be treated with medium peels. The deep exfoliation helps remove the damaged skin cells that contribute to the formation of actinic keratosis.

 

• Acne Scars: Deeper acne scars, such as boxcar or rolling scars, can be improved with medium peels, which work to smooth the skin’s surface and promote collagen regeneration. 

 

• Dull or Rough Skin: Medium peels are also beneficial for improving the overall texture and brightness of the skin, leaving it looking more youthful and radiant. 

What to expect after treatment 

A medium peel should always be administered by a trained professional, such as a dermatologist or a certified aesthetician. After the treatment, the skin will begin to peel and flake over the next several days, revealing smoother, more youthful-looking skin beneath. During the recovery period, it is crucial to avoid sun exposure and use moisturizing and healing creams like Dermaceutic’s K Ceutic or Panthenol Ceutic to soothe and repair the skin . 

 

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A medium peel offers a highly effective solution for individuals looking to address more significant skin issues such as wrinkles, pigmentation, and acne scars. With advancements in cosmeceutical technology, we have developed innovative medium peels that provide dramatic results while maintaining skin safety. By stimulating collagen production and promoting skin renewal, medium peels offer a rejuvenating treatment that delivers noticeable improvements in skin texture and tone.