help preparing for peel

[newflowers]

So I've been reading and reading everything I can find about doing an at-home peel, and now, at the sticking point, I am apprehensive. My mind is focused on all of the things that can go wrong - and I've read quite a few.

I have from Larachem www.larachem.com (http://www.larachem.com) :

Lactic acid 40%
Salicylic acid 20%
Hyaluronic Gel 90%
Glycolic Rejuvenating and Lightening Serum

Because the Salicylic acid is going to make my skin peel, I plan to use that one during the spring break but think I can start lactic acid now.

Thoughts, opinions, support please...

[Armyqt]

All of that stuff is pretty tame! Lactic acid is a great start. I don't have a ton of information, but you can get lots of info from www.makeupalley.com (http://www.makeupalley.com)

I think that you can probably go right in with the LA peel. This is one of the mildest ones. Make sure that you follow the instructions that came with your products. Please post your updates. :yep:

[newflowers]

Well, I bit the bullet and did it - and feel like the veriest baby because that stuff stings! I kept the lactic acid solution on for two minutes exactly - it felt like a long time.

The results: I mostly love - my face, even after only one application is softer, and I can see where the uneveness of my skin will continue to improve with time. The only bad thing is that I burned on the upper part of my cheeks and that part is red and is definitely going to scab, so it's going to be ugly for a time. On the whole, I am pleased with the results. The next time, I will probably layer the part that burned with oil. I do not think I will be using the salicylic acid on my face any time soon though.

[Monigirl]

Here are some videos from youtube.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9eV6Gpkwk0Q

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4oVJ3VjbJM8

[Monigirl]

More info below from the maker of this video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YNrVN1WFD_4

This is another vid which I've made about TCA peel. This vid states 50% , but I actually used 40% strength on my face...
( Forgot to amend, heehee )

Info about Chemicals Peels ~

Glycolic peel is to be used separately from the TCA Peel. DO NOT MIX The Two Bottles of Solution Together they are 2 DIFFERENT separate cosmetic peels.

My advice is to use Glycolic peel 1st , coz its less abrasive then TCA.

When your skin is used to the peel, then you can advance to TCA peel.

My advice is to start with 20% glycolic peel, then gradually 30%, and so on !!

The skin will turn brown and crust, much like a scab. This is normal. It is this browned outer layer of skin that is in the process of exfoliating. Keep it moist each day with moisturiser.

Glycolic acid vs TCA (Trichloroacetic acid)
3-4 Glycolic acid peel is equivelent to 1 TCA (Trichloroacetic acid) peel

Each treatment takes 1-4 mins , then wash treated area with cold water. Repeated treatment can only be done about 3-4 weeeks later.

To be mixed with Distilled water

I just wanna let you know that I'm not a professional skin care expert but I've been doing an extensive research on Chemicals peels for quite some time.

It's always recomended to start with Glycolic ACid 30% 1st,to allow your skin to get used to AHA.
Then you can use TCA, start with 20% then gradually increase the percentage.

Applying Glycolic Peel :

1 ) Wash face to get rid of excess oil & dirt

2 ) Take 2-3 Q~tips and hold them together.

3 ) Apply to the face using a mild circular action. Avoid eye areas, lips, and the insides of nostrils

4 ) Leave Glycolic Acid on initially for 30 - 60 seconds, building up to 2-3 minutes as your tolerance increases.
(You may fan the skin during this time to alleviate discomfort.)

5 ) After reaching the desired time wash off with cold water. NOTE: Should redness or excessive stinging occur, wash off immediately

6 ) Pat dry skin. (Do not rub the skin at this stage).

7 ) Apply a thin layer of Moisturizer

8 ) When you're using AHAs, it is advisable to use sun protection. It also is important to follow directions carefully and heed any warning statements on the label


I hope this info helps

[newflowers]

Thanks for the information - it is helpful. I am using a lactic acid peel because I read that it's milder than the others. I certainly hope so. My face did indeed peel, some areas more than others. On the areas that were red, I applied hyaluronic acid gel for moisture; after that dried, I appiled my usual Aminogenesis, and then topped everything with emu oil. Within threeish days, everything was better. After the la peel, I can see some small improvements, but I think I should have used a lower concentration - the 30 or 20% of lactic acid instead of the 40%.

I am going to try it again, but I need to make the solution milder. I'm thinking of mixing half 90% hyaluronic acid with the 40% lactic acid, try it on my inner arm or thigh - someplace sensitive to see if there is a negative reaction.