Chemical Peels in Indianapolis, Indiana

How Much Do Chemical Peels Cost in Indianapolis, Indiana?

How much your chemical peel costs will depend on the type of solution that you choose as well as other factors related to your specific treatment. At Hamilton Facial Plastic Surgery, we accept major credit cards, checks, cash, as well as the option to finance.

Benefits of a Chemical Peel

The results of chemical peels are beneficial for almost anyone. They are excellent rejuvenation treatments that may require several procedures but can help you achieve the results that you want by eliminating:

• Acne scars
• Blemishes, scars or spots
• Cracking or flaking skin
• Fine lines
• Pre-cancerous fibrous tissue
• Sun damage and spots
• Uneven skin pigmentation
• Wrinkles

Is A Chemical Peel Right for Me?

A chemical peel could be ideal for you if you want to reduce the appearance of skin conditions, such as acne scars, dull or rough skin, fine lines or sun spots. Chemical peels are generally performed on facial skin but they can also be performed on your hands, neck or other areas of your body. They are approved for adults who are in good health overall, but you should avoid getting a chemical peel if you are taking Accutane or using Retin-A.

What Types Of Chemical Peel Solutions Are There?

There are numerous chemical peel solutions available on the market and each of them vary in composition and strength. Alpha hydroxy acid, phenol, or carbolic acid, and trichloroacetic acid are a few of the chemical formulas used. Some of them only remove the top-most layer of your skin, but others go further into the skin. Although they have a bigger impact on your appearance, stronger chemical peels are considered more invasive and you will spend more time recovering from one.

SkinMedica® Peels

The line of chemical peels from SkinMedica® focus on and treat dermal flaws that are noticeable and often the result of acne, aging and sun exposure, including fine lines, hyperpigmentation, uneven skin texture and tone and wrinkles. SkinMedica® offers a range of distinctive products that vary in strength. Learn more about each one below.

Illuminize Peel®

The Illuminize Peel® may be the right option for you if you want to try the effects of a chemical peel and are getting the treatment for the first time. This gentle formula addresses and treats mild dermal blemishes to achieve luminous, radiant skin. It requires virtually no down-time for recovery. Patients generally like this treatment because they can see the results almost immediately and it is delicate on their skin. You can schedule an appointment for the Illuminize Peel® every two or three weeks.

Vitalize Peel®

Healthy men and women who have mild to moderate blemishes on the surface of their skin are the ideal candidates for the Vitalize Peel®. This chemical peel addresses and treats acne scarring, common lines and wrinkles, irregular texture, mild pigmentation, uneven skin tone and sun spots. A treatment takes about 20 minutes and produces full results within a week. You may need more than one treatment to achieve the results that you desire and each one can be scheduled every three or four weeks.

Rejuvenize Peel®

The Rejuvenize Peel® is ideal for patients who have moderate to severe skin blemishes, such as intense acne scarring and sun damage, moderate to severe pigmentation issues, noticeably irregular skin texture and tone and severe lines and wrinkles. One treatment takes about 20 to 30 minutes to complete, requires about one week of recovery time and produces visible results in about two weeks. You may need several treatments to achieve the results that you want and each one can be repeated every five to six weeks.

How Involved Is the Chemical Peel Procedure?

Chemical peel treatments generally take a total of one hour at Hamilton Facial Plastic Surgery and we will use a local anesthesia. We will thoroughly cleanse your face and then apply the chemical solution to the surface of your skin, at which time you may feel a hot sensation or mild stinging. We will leave the chemical formula on your skin and send you home with skin care instructions.

How Long Is the Recovery After a Chemical Peel?

Your skin will start peeling a few days after receiving your treatment like it is sunburned. This process removes the damaged, older top layer of your skin to reveal healthier, smoother-looking skin underneath. Recovering from a chemical peel will take up to 10 days depending on the strength of your treatment. During recovery, your skin might be slightly red or tender. It could also be sensitive to the sun, so you should apply sunscreen diligently, particularly during the first few weeks.

If you are a resident of Indianapolis or the surrounding area, you could achieve clearer, smoother skin with a chemical peel. Contact Hamilton Facial Plastic Surgery for a consultation at either our Carmel or Greenwood office