Overview
What is a TCA Deep Peel?
Trichloroacetic acid is the preferred agent for chemical peels due to its stability and the fact that it is not toxic to the organism. This last property is especially important for treating older patients.
Its uses have been studied thoroughly for decades and it has proved to have a great versatility. That is why it is not only used for deep peelings, but also for superficial or mid peelings. It can even be used in combination with other acids or with mechanic procedures such as dermabrasion.
In order to achieve a deep peel the dermatologist will use a concentration of 50%, although for more superficial treatments a lower concentration may be used, the lowest been 15%. We may say that deep peel consists in a controlled aggression to the skin in order to bring about its regeneration.
It triggers the coagulation of cutaneous proteins and the consequent destruction of the epidermic and/or dermic layer, which will be replaced by new epidermis and connective tissue.
There are four different types of skin peels: -
- AHA peels - Glycolic, lactic, malic, etc... These are more superficial and minimally effective. They are good for reduction in oilyness and are effective in treating minor pimples. AHA peels must be redone every 2-3 weeks for maximum effect.
- BHA peels - Salicylic acid. This is, like AHA peels, a weaker acid, but it has one major difference. It is oil or lipid soluble. Unlike AHA peels, salicylic will actually go right into all the pores and clean them out. It is therefore more effective for minor acne than glycolic and the other AHA's. This is why Murad salicylic acid) is so much more effective than Proactive (benzoyl peroxide)
- TCA peels - trichloroacetic acid. TCA peels are a deep skin peel. They treat more skin ailments and conditions than any other skin peel and are easier to use. Deep skin peels can treat all stages of acne, reduce symptoms, kill acne causing bacteria better than any other product, and even treat scars that have resulted from acne. More dermatologists use TCA deep skin peels than any other treatment for acne for these same reasons. It is just as effective as Accutane without any of the real serious side effects. The best thing is you only need to do 1 or 2 deep TCA peels per year for maximum results. And you can now even purchase these TCA peels for in home use.
- Phenol - Phenol peels are rarely used as they often result in permanent skin bleaching and pigmentation problems. Phenol is toxic and requires anesthesia and heart monitoring. Almost no one uses this peel any more.
How is a TCA Deep Peel performed?
You will receive the treatment lying on the examining table of a dermatologic clinic.
The first step will be to clean your face in order to eliminate surface oil. Then, the dermatologist will apply the trichloroacetic acid on your face. One of the greatest advantages of this acid is that it does not need to be neutralized, it is naturally neutralized after 3 minutes approximately. After this time has elapsed, during which it is usual to feel a strong burning, your skin will receive a refreshing rinse.
The dermatologist will apply a moisturizing mask that will help relieve he swelling and inflammation and you will have to wear it when you go back to the hotel.
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