lactic acid(LA) peels are alpha hydroxy acids (AHA). Derived
from milk, they are very mild chemical peels,depending on the concentration(which varies from 15-88%). Because lactic
acid is a natural human
metabolite, there is less chance
of an allergic reaction with this
type of peel.
Therefore, they are a good choice for first-time peel users
or for those with sensitive skin.
However, dry or oily skin types can also use this peel and get
good results.
BENEFITS OF LA
The benefits of LA peel
include:
Exfoliating the surface
of your skin.
Deep cleaning pores.
Fading dark marks Improving
hyperpigmentation.
Evening out skin tone.
Brightening and
lightening skin.
Improving the appearance of light wrinkles.
Stimulating natural
collagen production.
Overall, lactic acid peels are the best way to treat common
skin concerns. How great a
lactic acid peel will be at fixing
a skin problem will depend on
a number of factors though. These include ;
how your skin
reacts, the strength of the peel,
the number of
peels you get (you will usually
need more than one to get your desired skin results), and
how well you take care of your
skin post-peel.(after peeling).
GLYCOLIC ACID.
Glycolic Acid Peel also another family of AHA(alpha-hydroxy
acids or fruit acid), another mild peel(depending on its concentration)glycolic acid is considered to be natural. It comes from sugar
cane. Glycolic acid has many uses. In
fact, it's used in high
concentrations to remove rust
from metal, and anything with
a glycolic acid concentration of
more than 10 percent is considered a hazardous
material,but Keep in mind, that most
glycolic acid peels have a
concentration of 50 percent or
higher. but considering what
you're trying to accomplish,
that makes sense. During a glycolic acid peel, the
solution is applied using a
sponge and left on the skin for
a predetermined amount of
time based on concentration,It can be then be washed off with
water. Immediately after a treatment, the skin will look
red and continue to peel for
several days. The entire process
from treatment to recovery
can take a week or more
.With GA, outcome might not be as
noticeable as you'd like. It's typical that multiple peels will
be necessary to achieve the
desired result. The upside is
that there are very few
complications associated with
glycolic acid peels.
LA VERSUS GA
LA and GA are two of the more common peel
solutions,because they can do
similar things to your skin, it
can be confusing to decide
which one of these two chemical peels you should use. Texture wise, LA is a
thick (but not thick like honey), sticky/oily and yellowish solution
while GA is a very
watery, clear liquid. LA is more expensive, which is
why LA facials usually
cost more. Both peels yield similar results, though LA peels are less harsh and
tend to fade
hyperpigmentation better n faster. If you are deciding between a
GA peel and an LA peel, go with LA if you have never gotten a
peel before or if you have lots of dark marks you want to
fade. Once you find you can
TOLERATE lactic acid just fine,
you can try glycolic acid the
next time you get a peel.

HOW TO USE
Before the LA peel
solution is put on your skin,
your skin will first be
thoroughly cleansed.dirts/
oils will prevent the peel from
effectively penetrating your skin,so often a prep solution
is applied before the peel to make sure your skin is clean,
oil-free, and primed. Once the peel is applied,set a timer for when
the peel should be neutralized.
The longer the peel is left on your skin, the
more penetrating and
potentially irritating it will be.
P.s Highy concentrated peel doesnt indicate faster result.
You generally work your way
up to longer peel times and
higher strength peels as you get more follow-up peels.

During an LA peel, your
skin will feel warm and turn
pink. This post-peel pink skin
could last for a few hours or a
few days. It's normal and will
go away on its own,.
You can apply an LA peel raw/diluted in a DIY(do it yourself) solution.with your fvourite cream/lotion.This is the best and easiest way to use LA.apply with either an airbrush or your palm.

PRECAUTIONS
Most people have their
skin return to normal in 3-4
days, only experiencing some
redness, dryness, and skin flaking in the first two days
. This redness is
annoying, but can easily be
covered up with makeup.

Stay out of the sun
Avoid
exfoliating,until done.Avoid scrubbing your
skin until after your skin heals.

Do not pick skin.
Do not wear air'tight oufit,to avoid friction except u'r occulding.
Dont use RETINOIDS whilst on LA peel,this will be too aggressive on your skin because it is
already getting a strong dose
of exfoliation.

For certain skin issues, like
fading dark marks and erasing
fine lines, it will take multiple
chemical peel treatments to
see results. 1-2 treatments for
6-8 weeks will usually give you optimal results. Again, the
results will depend on your
skin, the strength of the peel,
the frequency of the peel, and
how well you take care of your
skin post-peel. A
lactic acid peel done at least every month
will revitalize and brighten
the skin, keeping it young and healthy.

This is the most dreadful stage of any chemical peel.PIH is an acronym for POST INFLAMMATORY HYPERPIGMENTATION.
Post- inflammatory means "after
inflammation." Hyperpigmentation means "increased pigmentation," or a
darkening of the skin. So post-
inflammatory
hyperpigmentation, or PIH, is
the discoloration or darkening
of the skin that develops after an inflammatory wound. PIH spots are darker than the
surrounding skin tissue, and
can vary in color from pink to
red, purple, or brown.

WHO GETS PIH
Hyperpigmentation usually occurs on areas of skin where the deepest parts of the peel are found. PIH will only affect the areas of skin that have been treated with a chemical peel (although this very rare).
Although hyperpigmentation can occur in all skin types, it is most commonly those with darker skin who are afflicted. This is because those with a dark skin tone have greater levels of melanin than those of a lighter complexion. This means that if the cells that contain melanin are over stimulated, as can happen after a chemical peel, the production of melanin will be reduced.

How To Avoid PIH
The best way to avoid PIH is PATIENCE.YES.it works! Once you are on a chemical peel,remember its no water,dont be in a haste to see fast peeling results.You'l DEFINATLY peel.That u dont peel in sheets doesnt mean you are not peeling.

LISTEN TO YOUR SKIN.
Once u apply a chem peel and it stings,neutralize immediately.

AVOID FITTED CLOTHINGS.
Its advisable to occulde for faster result,but most fitted wears causes friction/bruises

WEAR SUNSCREEN.
After a chemical peel,your skin is susceptible to the sun
our skin becomes suceptible to the sun. The SPF numbers on a
product can range from as low
as 2 to as high as 60.Dont be confused on what number to use,(lots of argument on high spf/level of sun protection).Make sure u get a good sunscreen with SPF 30+ and with ACTIVE INGREDIENT Active ingredients zinc oxide
or titanium dioxide.

How to Treat PIH
No one is extremely perferct with skin care.There are still chances you'll get a pih(very rare though)after all these.

ALLOW THE SKIN TO HEAL.
Preferably sheabutter,until skin heals

APPLY LIGHTNERS
Use creams with ingred;kojic acid,aha etc.

DO ANOTHER PEEL
This is simply the best,do another peel this time you are more experienced,.take your time and watch your PIH fade.

P.s.PIH after a chemical peel could last for up to two years.you could be lucky it clears faster.

you sabi ur onion wella on skincare.You're very correct on that pih thing.,never knew that was the name.my aunt did a peel at a beauty spa.abt 6months ago.it went wrong.gosh!.she's still on it.
But seriously,ur skintone is my goal,am few goals away sha.i wna do a lactic peel.hw do i go abt it

this is great! we need to talk.

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