What To Know About Chemical Peel Under Eyes

When it comes to skincare, the area under the eyes requires additional attention because it is delicate and sensitive, and it is frequently the first place from which signs of aging, fatigue, or environmental stress manifest themselves. One of the treatments that is becoming increasingly popular for revitalizing this area is the chemical peel. However, what exactly is involved in a chemical peel that is performed behind the eyes? Is there a risk involved? And what are the requirements for aftercare, as well as the benefits and risks? This article will lead you through all you need to know before deciding to go through with this cosmetic operation, whether you are thinking about getting it done or you are simply curious about the consequences it will have to your appearance. Let’s take a look at the science that lies behind chemical peels, understand how they function, and discuss what you may anticipate from the procedure.

What To Know About Chemical Peel Under Eyes

Since the skin around your eyes is the thinnest on your body, you have to be careful with it. Medical professionals generally use a medium peel in this area, since it targets the outer and middle layers of the skin to improve the skin cells deeper in the skin.

Some of the many chemical peel benefits include promoting the production of collagen, hyaluronic acid, elastin and other grown factors, which will generally slow down as people age. All of these factors combine to create a thicker dermis, tighter skin and a smoother skin surface. A chemical peel works to boost the production of these factors to enhance your skin.

When a chemical peel is administered, it may take a day or two for clients to notice anything happening. The first signs will be dry-looking skin, and it may even make your skin look older for a day or two. Your skin may change colors slightly, depending on your natural skin color by the third day. By the fourth day, or even up to one full week, the skin usually peels off and will have a pink appearance. At this point, the healing process has begun and you need to follow the advice of your medical professional to have the best healing experience.

Chemical peels have many benefits and can technically be administered on your own. However, if you’re dealing with your eyes, you should allow a medical professional to administer your chemical peel to prevent any accidents from happening. Just look at some chemical peels before and after photos to get an idea of the difference it can make in your appearance. When you have a medical professional administer yours, you’ll get the best results without any risks.

Under Eye Peeling Treatment

Rejuvenation of the upper and/or lower eyelids using chemical peels quite simple and quick procedure. It is also referred to as ‘chemical blepharoplasty. The chemical peel uses a chemical solution i.e. acids of different types, which is applied to the skin to break down the top layer. The application of acid on the skin produces “blisters” and sometimes the skin gets peeled off. This will help diminish fine lines, wrinkles, and uneven skin tone making the skin look smoother than earlier.

The techniques exist since the mid-1800s, however, it has got actual popularity in late ’90s.

As per the report by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, approximately 1.4 million chemical peels were applied in the United States in 2017.

Chemical Peel Is Used To Treat The Following Conditions:

• Reduce fine lines under the eyes 
• Reduce wrinkles caused by sun damage and aging
• Treat certain types of acne
• Improve the look and feel of the skin  

It uses different types of products with varying impacts on the skin. Accordingly, there are three types of chemical peels available: superficial, medium-depth, and deep-depth.

• Superficial peels are mildest and are used to cure fine lines, wrinkles, large pores, dark spots and tighten the skin.
• Medium depth peels are used for skin having photo-damage, sun spots, acne scars, and creepy skin under the eyes.
• Deepest peels used to treat more serious skin issues such as severe acne scars, excessive sun damages, or looseness of the skin.

Working Of Chemical Peel

In the chemical peels process, the skin is reacted with acid used and causes a chemical reaction. This leads to dissolving the outer layers of dead skin and reveals spotless, flawless, lineless skin which is just under the topmost layer of skin. Hence, this results in even skin tone and texture and promotes the building of collagen.

For peeling the eye area various peelers are available. The choice of eyelid peeler depends on the safety and lifting effect on the skin of the eyelid. The alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) and trichloroacetic acid (TCA) peels are ineffective as they are unable to reach the reticular dermis and modify. For treating small areas with less quantity, phenol peeler is an effective and very low risk of toxicity. 

DSHS Advantage

At Dr. Divya’s Skin and Hair Solutions all chemical peel procedures are conducted under strict guidelines and protocols to ensure patient safety at all times.

Side Effects Of Chemical Peeling For Dark Circles

A chemical peel can cause various side effects, including:

• Redness, scabbing and swelling. Normal healing from a chemical peel involves redness of the treated skin. After a medium or deep chemical peel, redness might last for a few months.
• Scarring. Rarely, a chemical peel can cause scarring — typically on the lower part of the face. Antibiotics and steroid medications can be used to soften the appearance of these scars.
• Changes in skin color. A chemical peel can cause treated skin to become darker than normal (hyperpigmentation) or lighter than normal (hypopigmentation). Hyperpigmentation is more common after superficial peels, while hypopigmentation is more common after a deep peel. These problems are more common in people with brown or black skin and can sometimes be permanent.
• Infection. A chemical peel can lead to a bacterial, fungal or viral infection, such as a flare-up of the herpes virus — the virus that causes cold sores.
• Heart, kidney or liver damage. A deep chemical peel uses carbolic acid (phenol), which can damage heart muscle and cause the heart to beat irregularly. Phenol can also harm the kidneys and liver. To limit exposure to phenol, a deep chemical peel is done a portion at a time, in 10- to 20-minute intervals.

A chemical peel isn’t for everyone. Your doctor might caution against a chemical peel or certain types of chemical peels if you:

• Have taken the oral acne medication isotretinoin (Myorisan, Claravis, others) in the past six months
• Have a personal or family history of ridged areas caused by an overgrowth of scar tissue (keloids)
• Are pregnant
• Have frequent or severe outbreaks of cold sores