Peeling affects the health and appearance of the skin, achieving positive changes in the skin. It is a method in which dead and damaged layers of skin cells are purposely removed, resulting in faster regeneration and a visible improvement in the appearance of the skin. There are several methods used in aesthetic medicine - mechanical peeling (skin abrasion), chemical peeling (treatment with special cosmetic products containing glycolic acid) or laser peeling.
At our clinic we perform laser peeling, which is one of the most effective methods and is suitable for regenerating and rejuvenating aging skin, as well as for refining enlarged pores, unifying skin tone and reducing pigment spots, smoothing fine lines and increasing overall skin elasticity by activating collagen production.
The laser beam is used to vaporize the thin upper layers of the skin. At the same time, the laser also uses heat energy, which is transmitted to the deeper layers of the skin, where it impacts collagen and elastin fibres. The heat causes their shrinkage (shortening) and, at the same time, the start of new formation. We are talking about long-term rejuvenation of collagen.
During the healing process, new skin is formed, which is smoother, more elastic and firmer. There is a significant reduction of fine lines and wrinkles, an overall smoothing and tightening of the skin. However, laser peeling is also used to treat other skin problems, such as the removal of hyperpigmentation, age spots, refinement of rough skin texture, tightening of enlarged pores, reduction of acne scars and more.
Local facial treatments (e.g. upper lip wrinkles) are performed under local anaesthesia, while full face treatments are performed under general anaesthesia. After the treatment, it is necessary to respect the post-treatment regime and use appropriate, doctor-recommended creams and cosmetics. It is also essential to protect the skin consistently from the sun and use a suitable sunscreen with SPF 50+.
The first results of the treatment are visible in 2-3 weeks, after the skin has healed completely. Significant improvement then occurs in the following weeks and months as new collagen fibres gradually form in the skin. Unlike erbium lasers, the effects of the CO2 fractional laser treatment we use to perform laser peels are long lasting (3 to 7 years).
Laser peeling is sometimes incorrectly understood as laser resurfacing. It is the same treatment method, but differs in the depth of penetration of the laser beam. In laser resurfacing, the penetration of the laser beam is deeper, the basal membranes and dermal cells are significantly destroyed and then a new strong elastin-collagen structure is formed. The anti-aging and lifting effect is thus much greater.
This does not mean that laser peeling is less effective in its effect. Each treatment is suitable for a different indication. Laser peeling for younger clients (aged 25 - 35 years), when wrinkles are not yet as deep and overall skin fatigue is not yet as significant. Laser resurfacing is then chosen for older age groups (35 years and above), where we already need to achieve a significant lifting effect.
