What is a glycolic facial?
A glycolic facial peel is the mildest form of a chemical facial peel offered. It uses a glycolic facial cleanser and peels away the top layer of your skin. People who would benefit from glycolic facial treatment have damage from excessive sun exposure, lines and light wrinkles in their skin and have issues of skin tone difficulties. Often times if a bleaching agent is added to the glycolic treatment then age spots and blotchiness can also be removed.
The glycolic facial peel removes dead tissue from the outer layers of the face allowing regenerated and underexposed skin to shine through. The outer layer of skin is peeled off exposing healthier, underexposed skin. Your facial skin will look tighter and younger.
Cosmetic stores will often offer a glycolic facial peel home treatment. This should be used at your discretion and care. The prices of the glycolic facial vary according to the source of the treatment, the location of the salon and the experience of your aesthetician. A small salon will charge about $150, but a dermatologist or plastic surgeon will probably charge $500 to $1000. In Beverly Hills expect to pay as much as $5000. Glycolic facial peels are often performed after receiving a mild cleansing facial treatment. Be should contact a well trained aesthetician or a person well versed in skin care to consult your decision and to perform the glycolic facial treatment.
Before receiving a glycolic facial you must prepare your skin accordingly. Don’t use any masks, scrubs or harsh exfoliating creams on your skin. Avoid usage of anti-wrinkle creams, tanners, facial waxing, or any irritating substances for at least two days prior to the treatment. Also make sure to warn the aesthetician performing the glycolic facial peel prior to receiving the treatment if you are taking the prescription acne medicine Accutane, if you have fever blisters, cold sores or are sun burnt. Failure to doing so will result in added sensitivity and irritation. You may receive glycolic facials in a series. The recommended usage is 4-5 facial peels and should be done weekly or every other week depending upon your skin and the opinion of your aesthetician.
After returning home from getting a glycolic facial, you should not exercise for several hours. Your skin will be reddened and slightly more sensitive than usual. Be sure to stay out of direct sun exposure and wear sunscreen when outdoors. Makeup may be used accordingly but any harsh, abrasive, tingling, anti aging creams should be avoided for 2 days following the procedure. Your face will be more sensitive than usual due to the chemical process involved but once your new skin is revealed it will be healthy, vibrant and younger looking. You will be sure to get lots of complements on your refreshed skin!