<p>Has anyone had experience with facial peels for acne related problems (not for wrinkles or fine lines)? Since January D has had a cosmetic facial at 2 different salons and both estheticians suggested she have a series of facial peels. She isn’t sure if she truly needs the facial peels or if the estheticians are just trying to get more business. I would love to hear the good, the bad and the ugly about facial peels. TIA</p>
<p>I have had facial peels since forever. Why the work for some kinds of acne (I presume) is that pimples can be cased by blocked pores. And yes, there are lots of causes of acne. A peel also helps to shrink the appearance of large pores.</p>
<p>I have been satisfied with peels. BUT you must go to someone who has experience. You have to be VERY careful about sunburn.<br>
There are different percentages of aid.</p>
<p>My relative had a bad facial peel. His face was red and very irritated for a long time–seemed like months. It was much worse than his face before the peel. After it calmed down, it seemed more like how his face was prior to the peel (he had ok skin before and again after the redness subsided). He had no acne. </p>
<p>I sometimes get AHA peels, they are serious, much stronger than the glycemic peels. The good is that they do an awesome job with the wrinkles. The bad is that they are costly and you peel like you had a severe sunburn for up to two weeks. The ugly is, well, I still look like me after it’s done.</p>
<p>I would worry that it would bring more problems to the surface before it gets better.
Has she seen a dermatologist?
For middle aged women, I think it could be worth it, a peel will exfoliate top layers of skin, eventually resulting in a newer layer which is smoother, but a young woman, especially not one that wants to go through looking & feeling like they burnt their face off for two weeks, may want to try something like Proactive/AcneFree products to see if they can make a difference first.
Just keep it awat from clothing as it will discolor.</p>
<p>Glycolic acid is an AHA that is derived from sugar cane.
<a href=“Alpha hydroxy acid - Wikipedia”>http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alpha_hydroxy_acid</a>
Glycemic has to do with the impact a food has on the bodys glycemic or glucose level.</p>
<p>Try to keep it as natural as possible. To remove toxins, I use a DIY charcoal face mask. Charcoal is amazing for removing toxins internally or externally. The molecules bind to toxins and eliminate them.</p>
<p>Empty two charcoal capsules
Mix it with a little bit of oil, salt, raw aloe gel and slightly warm it. Leave it on your face for about an hour. </p>
<p>Be mindful: It is a messy process, so you should be sure to wear rubber gloves. </p>
<p>It will get rid of redness, blackheads, and acne.</p>
<p>Oops I read too fast and didn’t see this was for acne. Hmm, some of those peels could really aggravate the skin. I would have to be certain they knew it wouldn’t. My spa has an acne facial that is supposed to be good.</p>
<p>Light peels will help and that’s all anyone should do for acne, anyway. The goal is opening pores and sloughing off dead skin. It is possible that it’ll get worse before it gets better. Acid can do funny things. </p>
<p>Can’t say Ive ever heard of that. Where do you get activated charcoal?
Does it work any better than clay?
I bought a lb of Aztec Secret indian healing clay for about $6.
You need to mix it with water or apple cider vinegar to apply, but I bet if you used an enzyme like papaya or pineapple juice, you could get even better results.</p>
<p>Ive gone to an esthetician, which is really relaxing and I enjoy it, but frankly its easier to buy the products at the grocery store and do it myself when I have time.</p>
<p>I alternate this with the clay, about once a week.
It says face peel, but it is very mild.</p>
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<p>Tututaxi - The hair stylist I’ve been seeing for almost 25 years is just going through this with her 16-year old son. Being in the business, she is up-to-date on what services and products are out there - which to try and which to avoid. She tried it all and nothing helped. She finally relented and went with Acccutane, and now swears by it. I know it’s a serious step, and she’s glad she tried a few things, but after seeing what Accutane did, she’s a big believer. </p>
<p>“Try to keep it as natural as possible. To remove toxins, I use a DIY charcoal face mask. Charcoal is amazing for removing toxins internally or externally. The molecules bind to toxins and eliminate them.”</p>
<p>Charcoal doesn’t “remove toxins internally,” though your liver already does a good job of doing so.</p>
<p>This is about as aggravating as when I’m in yoga class and the instructor tells me that by doing a move that involves a rotation (such as the prayer twist), I’m “removing toxins from my body.” Uh, no. I’m doing a lot of good for my body from a balance and muscular standpoint, but I’m not “removing toxins.”</p>
<p>Charcoal is used in emergency treatment for non - corrosive poisons.
I think poison control centers now recommend to keep some on hand to use instead of ipecac.</p>
<p>Your yoga instructor is probably referring to the stimulation your digestive tract receives from the pose if done correctly.
( from a Stanford study)</p>
<p>Oh my goodness. Please get advice from a dermatologist instead of listening to people who are trying to sell you spa services or people with quirky “cures” they found online. No peel unless a doc confirms 1) it will actually be helpful for acne; 2) it won’t be harmful; and 3) there’s no preferable alternative for her condition.</p>
<p>I did ask in #4 if she has seen a dermatologist, but if it is a relatively mild case, the Dr is likely to take a wait and see approach, as they should.
Strong medication is nothing to take lightly, and is likely to have longer lasting effects than some redness from overzealous application of papaya puree.</p>
<p>I agree - go to a dermatologist. Some of them do peels & laser but good ones will suggest what will work for you.
As for peels, I have heard that gradual light exfoliation via daily or weekly regimen works better long term.</p>
<p>I personally think those estheticians are simply trying to upsell her stuff that she does not need, so an evealuation by a dermatologist is the first thing I would do. If insurance covers dermatologist visits, it could be way cheaper, too, than seeing another beauty specialist or dealing with the consequences of a disastrous self-treatment. </p>
<p>My D had issues with acne and in conjunction with other therapy (topical washes and creams currently) the dermatologist recommended Acleara laser treatments…wow they really made difference! She had them when home and now that she is at college we are looking for a dermatologist in her area who also has this treatment available so she can continue them when needed. Really no downtime ( a little red right after the treatment but she has very fair and sensitive skin) and no pain/discomfort. </p>
<p>Thanks ALL. D is going to look for a new dermatologist in NYC. It has been difficult because of her work schedule to see her dermatologist in CT. I’ll have her ask about Acleara, but I don’t think her problem is severe enough to warrant the procedure.</p>