difference between a chemical peel and a sunburn
While it may sound like a facial, a âdeepâ chemical peel is actually a surgical procedure using potent chemicals such as glycolic acid, lactic acid, trichloroacetic acid, phenol, and resorcinol. An acid solution is applied to the skin, which dissolves the outer layers, and regenerates collagen in the underlying skin.
Sunburn and sun poisoning facts. Sunburn is an inflammation of the skin caused by overexposure to UV radiation from the sun. UV radiation damages the skin and also can damage the eyes. UV rays are most intense at noon and the hours immediately before and after (between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.).