Is a chemical peel an effective treatment for blotchy skin?
By Dr. Mary Lupo
Chemical peels are special “masks” that are applied to cleansed skin, and removed at a precise time for best results. They are made with a combination of ingredients. The formulation chosen for the chemical peel will vary depending on the condition the patient seeks to treat. Patients who have acne may want a chemical peel that incorporates salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide. Some ingredients chosen by the Board-certified dermatologist may include those that are best for exfoliation. Drs. Mary Lupo works closely with the patient during an initial consultation appointment, to lean about the individual’s concerns and to determine the most appropriate chemical peel treatment.
Not only can poor skin tone and texture be addressed, but also issues such as:
- Hyper- or hypo-pigmentation
- Freckles
- Age spots
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Acne
- Sun damaged skin
- Scars
The after-effects of a chemical peel will vary depending on the formulation used. Some chemical peels are less invasive than others. More aggressive peels may require the patient to take a few days of downtime, as skin peels and rejuvenates. Others that are milder may just cause some slight redness but can be easily covered with cosmetics if needed, to get through social activities. The more aggressive the chemical peel, the faster and more effective the results. However, patients may choose multiple superficial chemical peels for similar effects.
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Our mission at the Lupo Center is to provide patients with innovative, effective and ethical care to make each person look and feel their personal best. To fulfill our goal, we provide state-of-the-art medical, surgical and cosmetic treatments to all patients.
Board certified dermatologist and clinical professor of dermatology Mary P. Lupo, MD has been a leader in the field of non-surgical rejuvenation since 1983. She travels internationally to teach her innovative techniques, and her reputation brings in patients from around the country. She started the first formal residency training program for injectables and peels in 1983 at Tulane Medical School and served as past president of Women’s Dermatologic Society, adjunct professor of dermatology at Tulane and a founder of Cosmetic Boot Camp. Dr. Lupo holds membership in many prestigious dermatology associations, participates in clinical trials for approval of new drugs and devices and acts as an advisor for numerous aesthetic-minded companies.
