Chemical Peel in Iran

2.Chemical Peels Procedure in Iran

There are generally three techniques to perform Chemical Peels. However, the main infrastructure of all these methods remains the same. In deep chemical peels, the initial step is applying intravenous (IV) fluids. For other techniques (medium and light chemical peels), your cosmetician first applies a chemical solution typically containing glycolic acid or salicylic acid. This will be performed by means of a brush, cotton ball, gauze or sponge. The chemical solution makes the treated skin whiten. At last, the procedure ends with a neutralizing solution or washing the chemical solution off the treated skin. The number of sessions can vary between 1 (usually for deep peels) to 6 (for light peels) spaced 1 to 2 months apart. Each session takes around 45 minutes.

4.Chemical Peels Follow-up

For all clients, Flora offers its 2-years-long follow-up services regardless of the procedure they chose. During the time, our specialists will be in contact with you to keep your results under observation. You will also be able to speak with your doctor if necessary. Still, there are tips to follow for this time period. The following tips are to be following for your recovery time after the first week:

• Avoid sun exposure for at least 2 weeks after treatment
• Full results take 1-2 weeks to become visible
• It might take 3 months for redness to fully go away
• Do not smoke for 4-6 weeks following your chemical Peels (This helps oxygen supply to the treated areas)
• Quit drinking for 5 weeks after the procedure as it may cause dehydration to the skin

How Much do Chemical Peels Cost?

Chemical Peels costs vary from one country to another one. This price also depends on the type of chose procedure. For example, the average price for deep peels can is around $3,000. The quality of chemicals and the procedure is high in United States and Europe. However, the fees are considerably higher setting the average price of Chemical peels around $4500 in US and up to $5,000 in Europe. Iran offers Chemical Peel with lower amount of fees while maintaining the quality at a price of $500. This makes it an advantageous choice in terms of cost. Flora offers you fully inclusive packages for Chemical Peels at $450.

Why Chemical Peels are done?

There are several reasons why one might need or be willing to undergo a Chemical peel including:

• Lack of surgical risks
• Treating wrinkles, discolored skin and scars
• Faster recovery (about two weeks)
• Results become visible after two weeks

Chemical Peels Target Areas

The main areas used in Chemical Peels treatment are as following:

• Face
• Neck
• Trunk
• Hand

Am I a Good Candidate for Chemical Peels?

You are generally a good candidate for Chemical Peels in the following cases:

• Scarring sign or discoloration in your face
• Having facial wrinkles
• Being realistic about your results (facial improvement is not as dramatic as a surgical facelift)
• Staying in good physical health without heart disease, and lung or kidney problems
• Being prepared to pass a recovery period and follow the related instructions

Preparing for Chemical Peels

In order to prepare for a chemical peel procedure, you need to follow a certain lifestyle before the time of your procedure. The instructions for this lifestyle include:

• Keep a healthy diet, full of mineral and necessary vitamins for at least 1 month prior to your treatment
• Well-hydration of body for a month before the procedure
• Getting near your BMI by the time of your surgery
• Quitting smoking and drinking for a minimum of 2 weeks prior to the procedure
• Avoiding prolonged sun exposure for two weeks before your chemical peels session

Chemical Peel Options

There are several surgical and non-surgical alternative procedures that you may choose to undergo in place of a Chemical Peel. In below you can find these options with a brief description.

• Surgical

Facelift: Facelift is a surgical procedure which removes the excess skin and pulls it back to create a rejuvenated profile. It can be used in place of Chemical Peels

• Nonsurgical

Botox: Similar to a Chemical Peel, Botox is a chemical solution used in treatment of skin. This substance can weaken paralyze muscle. This can, in turn, reduce skin wrinkles and help treat some medical conditions.

Microneedling: Microneedling works by pricking the skin with tiny sterilized needles to stimulate the growth of collagen and elastin. This stimulation can subsequently treat acne scars, large pores, and brighten the hyperpigmentation.

Microdermabrasion: Microdermabrasion uses a mildly abrasive instrument to gently remove the outer layer of skin. This can renew overall skin tone and texture and remove unwanted appearance of skin-related problems.

HydraFacial: HydraFacial uses a wand to clear your skin from dirt and oil lying deep in the pores. A vacuum-like object can also be attached to the wand to help extract debris from your pores. The procedure may also use a peel to remove upper skin layers.

Dermaplaning: Dermaplaning uses an instrument that looks like an electric razor and has an oscillating blade. The blade can remove surface layers of skin that surround the craters, or other facial defects.

Dermal Fillers: For those patients with uneven skin profile, Dermal Filler can also be a good option. This treatment injects gel-like substances into the skin to restore volume and smoothen the shape.

What Procedures can be Combined with Chemical Peels?

There are a number of procedures that your doctor may perform with your Chemical Peel to boost the rejuvenation results. The below list contains the common types of procedures that may come alongside a Chemical Peel:

• Facelift
• Microneedling
• Dermaplaning
• Botox

Is Chemical Peels Worth the Results?

For the right candidates, the following items shows why Chemical Peels is a worthy choice:

• The recovery period is considerably faster than a facelift; lasting only about 1 to 2 weeks
• Results will be visible after two weeks from the procedure
• Redness, however, may remain on skin for up to three months
• Chemical peel produces dramatic results lasting up to 10 years
• The number of sessions required depends on the chemical Peel techniques chosen. For deep chemical peel 1, for medium peel 2 to 3, and for light peel 4 to 6 sessions.

Chemical Peel VS Microneedling

Microneedling is a common alternative to a Chemical Peel. In below you can find a general comparison between the two procedures:

Similarity

• Both Microneedling and Chemical Peel are non-surgical options
• Microneedling and Chemical Peel are usually performed in several session

Differences

• Microneedling results usually take four to six weeks to be visible while Chemical Peel results are visible after two weeks
• Chemical peels work best for superficial imperfections on outer layers of skin, but, Microneedling can treat deeper layers

Chemical Peel VS Microdermabrasion

Microdermabrasion is another non-invasive option for Chemical Peel to improve overall skin tone and texture. In the following you can find how similar or different these two procedures are:

Similarity

• Both procedures are non-surgical
• Microdermabrasion and Chemical Peels work best for outer layer of the skin 
• Chemical Peel and Microdermabrasion are both good treatments for treating sun-tanned skin, wrinkles, fine lines, age spots, acne scarring, melasma, and other conditions

Differences

• Microdermabrasion removes the epidermis by suction, but chemical peel dissolves the skin off by means of a chemical solution
• It usually takes more sessions in Microdermabrasion (6 to 12) than in Chemical Peels (3 to 6) to reach the desired results

Chemical Peel VS HydraFacial

In below you can find a comparison between HydraFacial and Chemical Peel.

Similarity

• Both procedures are non-invasive
• HydraFacial and Chemical Peel both create fast results with low down time

Differences

• Chemical peels use Chemical solutions to dissolve the top layer of the skin. On the other hand, Hydrafacial uses specific acids with milder elements that will remove the dirt, sebum and the dead skin cells
• HydraFacial treats more superficial layers of skin, but Chemical Peels can penetrate into deeper layers and create more dramatic results

Chemical Peel VS Laser Skin Resurfacing

One of the least invasive alternatives for Chemical Peel is Laser Skin Resurfacing. Below is a brief comparison between the two procedures:

Similarities

• Both Chemical Peel and Laser Skin Resurfacing are non-invasive treatments
• Same as Chemical Peel, Laser treatments involve removing skin layer by layer

Differences

• Instead of Chemical Solutions used in Chemical Peel, Laser Skin Resurfacing uses Laser energy
• Laser Resurfacing is much more precise than Chemical Peel
• To treat deeper layers of skin, Laser Skin Resurfacing is a better option

Chemical Peel VS Green Peel

Are you a fan of Herbal treatments? If you think chemical solutions might be harmful to your skin, there is another Green option for you; Green Peel. Here you can find a brief comparison to get to know more about Green Peel:

Similarity

• Green Peel is also non-invasive treatment
• Both procedures can treat skin conditions such as pale skin, scars and pigmentation such as hyperpigmentation

Differences

• As its name suggests, Green Peel uses natural and organic ingredients instead of artificially made chemicals
• The results of Green Peel are not as dramatic as Chemical Peels