What To Expect During A Glycolic Acid Peel?
When going in for a glycolic acid chemical peel, you can expect that your skin will be treated. Makeup will be removed and then the acid would be spread evenly across the face. This will be done till the entire face is covered. Once this is done you may feel a burning sensation for a few minutes. During this time the skin will turn white and then pink. After 20 minutes the solution would be washed off with cold water and that should conclude your first glycolic acid peel treatment. The glycolic acid peel should not damage your skin once the acid concentration is at safe levels and it is used and applied properly. After the treatment there should be some flaking all throughout the face, this is normal and should only last 1-2 days. The face might also become red and irritated. The skin may also turn brown, feel dry, flake and peel for a couple of days. Sunscreen should be used in the weeks and months after treatment to ensure that the sun does not damage it. Because glycolic acid causes
