Chemical peels cannot remove loose or sagging skin and do not serve the same function as a face lift, brow lift, or eyelid lift. They do not eliminate the gravitational forces that produce loose skin. Chemical peeling will not remove deep scars or wrinkles. Laser resurfacing , scar excision, or collagen injection may be much more effective for these conditions. Tumescent liposculpture is often effective for loose and sagging skin of the face and neck in addition to facelifts.
Many patients are good candidates for chemical peels.
The ideal patient has fair skin and a light complexion with no history of pigmentation problems. Patients with darker skin can also have chemical peels, but the risks of pigment changes after the procedure are higher. The type of peel being used also influences this risk. Dr. Viehman and Dr. Clark will assess your skin and help you choose from among the various types of peels we offer. Chemical peels are cosmetic procedures performed at the request of the patient.