Skin peeling dates back thousands of years. Historically, it is thought that the ancient Egyptians used animal oils, salt, alabaster and sour milk (lactic acid), American Indians would use dried corncobs and Polynesians would use crushed shells to abrade the surface of their skin, all to improve its quality.1,2
Although today’s approaches are not as alternative, skin peeling is a significant part of most aesthetic practices, where it is often achieved through topical chemical formulations.
Today’s patients are often over-worked, stressed and living in over-populated cities, which we know is having detrimental effects on the skin, so it’s no surprise that chemical peels are a popular solution. They can improve signs of dullness, reduce lines and even improve the appearance of mild scars, amongst many other common concerns.3-7
“We wear our skin every single day. It’s how we communicate with the outside world so it’s understandable that good skin quality is a top priority for so many patients,” says surgeon and aesthetic…
