Peeling with retinoic acid is a universal procedure for skin rejuvenation, which has a minimum of contraindications and a short period of rehabilitation.
Action retinoids
Being synthetic analogues of vitamin A, retinoids provoke active cell division, stimulate the production of collagen, have antibacterial action, and remove inflammation. Retinoids are found in many creams and gels from acne , with which you can carry out retinoic peeling at home - how to do it, described below.
The effect of retinoic peeling
After the procedure, the skin acquires elasticity and fresh blush, wrinkles are smoothed, and the pigmented spots lighten. The visible positive effect is manifested after 3 to 5 procedures, between which it is necessary to take a break 4 to 5 weeks. The repeated course is conducted not earlier than in six months.
In depth of action, retinoic peeling is the middle peeling. The procedure is shown for:
- acne and other severe skin problems;
- hyperkeratosis;
- hyperpigmentation;
- chronostage;
- photoaging;
- the first signs of withering of the skin.
Most retinoic peeling is done for the face, however for the skin of the hands, neck, décolletage, this procedure is no less effective.
Benefits of retinoic peeling
The procedure is safe even for very thin and sensitive skin. Unlike most chemical peelings, treatment with retinoic acid is completely painless and atraumatic.
The recovery period after the procedure is relatively small, in addition, retinoic peeling very rarely causes complications.
Skin Reaction
After the peeling procedure with retinoic acid, the skin becomes very red - the erythema passes only for 2 to 4 days. Often, the post-peel state is accompanied by a slight puffiness or slight itching. After 12 hours - 2 days, a large-lamellar exfoliation of the dead cells of the upper layer of the epidermis is observed. When peeling after retinoic peeling passes (2 - 5 days), a layer of new, rejuvenated skin becomes visible.
This peeling is often called "yellow" because of the color of the composition. By the way, in the first hours after the procedure the person also acquires a yellow color.
Skin care after retinoic peeling
Given the above-described skin reactions, the procedure is unacceptable to hold on the eve of important events - full rehabilitation comes in a week.
The skin that "survived" retinoic peeling requires special post-peeling care, which implies thorough moisturizing with day and night cream, and also reliable protection from the sun.
Contraindications of retinoic peeling
The procedure can not be carried out:
- during the reception of retinoids;
- with herpes, trauma, burns, severe respiratory diseases or cardiovascular system;
- after sunburn;
- during pregnancy and lactation;
- when the integrity of the skin is disturbed;
- with individual intolerance.
When carrying out a peeling in the salon, the cosmetologist individually selects the acid concentration in the composition of the remedy and gives recommendations regarding the preparatory period. Typically, a few weeks before the procedure you need to use creams with a low content
Retinoic peeling at home
Alternative salon procedure - home peeling with cream / gel from acne, containing retinoids. The "Differin", manufactured by Laboratoires GALDERMA, is the main component of which is adapalene.
The cream is applied to the cleansed skin in two layers. The procedure can be repeated every three weeks, while it is necessary to exclude aggressive effects on the skin (solarium, scrub, laser procedures). Such retinoic peeling has a weaker effect than the salon procedure, however it is quite effective.