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Chemical peel

What it is: A chemical peel is a skincare procedure that involves chemical solution being applied to facial skin. A chemical peel is intended to remove damaged outer layers of skin and the blemishes that come with it. There are a number of different chemical peel concentrations typically classified as mild, moderate, or deep peel.

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What is AHA and how does it work?

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September 18, 2007
Sam Dhatt
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Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHA’s) work by releasing the “intercellular glue” which hold skin cells together, allowing the newly released cells to “slough off”. This activity stimulates or speeds up the cellular turnover process, which naturally slows down as we age.

Also, glycolic acid, the most popular AHA, has a low molecular weight which allows it to penetrate deeply in the skin and stimulate collagen production.

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