Chemical Peel for Men

Getting a chemical peel is a great way to reduce lines and wrinkles on the face.  Chemical peels can also help make the skin appear more healthy and even give a mans' skin a certain "glow".  Since the affects of chemical peels are noticeable and appreciated by many quite a few men have started taking advantage of this new plastic surgery procedure.  In addition to helping improve the health of the skin chemical peels can also be used to reduce the scarring that is sometimes caused by acne and other skin issues.

The Chemical Peel Procedure

As popular as chemical peels for men are becoming many people do not quite know what they are. The name "chemical peel" is one of several that refer to the procedure.  Chemical peels are also referred to as derma-peeling or chemexfoliation but both names refer to a procedure which helps to improve the overall health and physical appearance of skin.  The procedure is a simple one and is done by applying a chemical to the skin which will make the skin peel off.  When the solution is removed the old skin comes with it leaving fresh, smooth, skin behind.  Immediately after the procedure most men notice a reduction in wrinkles, acne scars, and other skin blemishes such as age spots and dark patches.  Chemical acid peels can be used on the hands, face, and neck to remove wrinkles in men. 

Cost of Chemical Peels

The average chemical peel for men costs between $300 and $6,500 per treatment.  Some might wonder why there is such a large price range but the reason for the broad price structure is that there are different types of chemical peels available.  The milder chemical peels that most first time customers seek are usually between $300 and $800 per treatment.  In some areas spas will even perform chemical peels for $100 a treatment.  These mild chemical peels are usually done to remove small or minor blemishes or to rejuvenate the hands or neck.  Chemical peels get more expensive when they are done on the face by experienced plastic surgeons or dermatologists.  The procedure gets extremely expensive when it is done to remove deep wrinkles, extensive scarring, and more noticeable blemishes.  Since more than one treatment is often necessary to get maximum results the final price could be astronomical even if you opt for milder chemical peels.

Risks Associated with Chemical Peels

Chemical peels are outpatient plastic surgery procedures that most men go through without a problem.  However, after the procedure the skin is often extremely sensitive to the touch and to outside light.  Sunburn often occurs immediately after a chemical peel if precautions are not taken.  Plus, before a chemical peel can be performed it is necessary to stop taking certain medications including Retin-A micro to help prepare the skin.  Failure to stop taking the medication or not being told to stop taking birth controls and other medication can result in abnormal facial discoloration and even blisters.

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