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A chemical peel is an effective way to rejuvenate the skin, remove minor imperfections like wrinkles and scars, and achieve a younger-looking complexion. Chemical peels essentially strip away the outer layers of skin to allow smoother, younger-looking skin to grow in its place.<ref name="rf1">http://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/chemical-peel/basics/definition/prc-20023436</ref> The procedure typically targets one of three skin depths: a light peel removes the epidermis, a medium peel removes skin down to the dermis, and a deep peel works down to the lower layers of dermis.<ref name="rf2">http://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/chemical-peel/basics/why-its-done/prc-20023436</ref> Many peels do not require any significant preparation, but some require a skin care regimen leading up to the day of the peel.<ref name="rf3">http://illuminateskinclinic.co.uk/treatments/chemical-peels/</ref> Knowing how to prepare for your chemical peel can help you ensure a successful treatment session. | A chemical peel is an effective way to rejuvenate the skin, remove minor imperfections like wrinkles and scars, and achieve a younger-looking complexion. Chemical peels essentially strip away the outer layers of skin to allow smoother, younger-looking skin to grow in its place.<ref name="rf1">http://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/chemical-peel/basics/definition/prc-20023436</ref> The procedure typically targets one of three skin depths: a light peel removes the epidermis, a medium peel removes skin down to the dermis, and a deep peel works down to the lower layers of dermis.<ref name="rf2">http://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/chemical-peel/basics/why-its-done/prc-20023436</ref> Many peels do not require any significant preparation, but some require a skin care regimen leading up to the day of the peel.<ref name="rf3">http://illuminateskinclinic.co.uk/treatments/chemical-peels/</ref> Knowing how to prepare for your chemical peel can help you ensure a successful treatment session. | ||
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== Steps == | == Steps == | ||
===Avoiding Skin Stress Before Treatment=== | ===Avoiding Skin Stress Before Treatment=== | ||
