Chemical Peel Los Angeles

Chemical Peel in Los Angeles - Dr Julie Edween focuses on plastic surgery procedures and is also proficient with non-surgical procedures such as chemical peels. Her reputation for attention to detail and meticulous technique, along with a female perspective, has sparked a rising demand for her expertise. Her warm and approachable nature allows her patients to feel comfortable and most importantly, develop trust. Some of the procedures she performs include facelifts, browlifts, eyelid surgery, nose surgery, breast augmentation, liposuction, liposculpture, and tummy tucks. Please contact us today to learn more about this procedure.

Chemical peels in Los Angeles help patients to reverse the effects of an aging face or wrinkles that appear due to other factors such as sunlight and stress. A Chemical peel will help to smooth out the skin, reduce wrinkles, and cover blemishes. The procedure is simple, yet effective as it leaves no scars and does not involve surgery. While the results from a chemical peel may not be as dramatic as those which can be accomplished through a facelift, many patients have been very satisfied with the results. Learn more about a chemical peel in Los Angeles.

A facelift is a surgical procedure to tighten the face and reverse the effects of aging. It is a procedure that may be performed in conjunction with a chemical peel, as a peel simply cannot yield the same dramatic results that surgery can.

Several forms of chemical peels are available in our Los Angeles office. Before scheduling a chemical peel, patients should understand the procedures and meet with Dr. Edween to understand the effects of each procedure. Skin type and color, ethnic background, and age are important factors to be discussed prior to the procedure, as darker skin types may react differently to these procedures. Dr. Edween works together with industry skin experts who bring over 25 years of experience to your treatment. Recovery time, depending on the nature of the chemical is from one to four weeks. Please visit our home page to learn more about a chemical peel in Los Angeles.

Alphahydroxy acids (AHAs) such as glycolic, lactic, or fruit acids produce light peels. These peels are used to improve the texture of skin and can aid in controlling acne. Often times various concentrations in facial products are used as part of a daily skin care regimen to improve the skin’s texture and produce a healthy glow.

Trichlorocetic acid (TCA) a medium-depth peel, used to address fine surface wrinkles, superficial blemishes and pigment problems. Varying strengths and the amount of time the acid remains in contact with the skin will determine just how deep the peel goes. The changes will result in a smoother texture, and fresher looking skin.

Phenol is the strongest and produces a deep peel. It is used to treat deep facial wrinkles, damaged skin from sun exposure or pre-cancerous growths. This peel may lighten your skin color and mandates that you use sun protection with a sunblock. The results are long lasting and dramatic.

Doctor Julie Edween is a board certified plastic surgeon located in Los Angeles, California. Dr Edween specializes in all areas of plastic surgery including breast augmentation, liposuction, rhinoplasty, breast lifts, eyelid surgery, and more. Call 310.859.8885 to schedule a consultation, or contact us via email.