Manila Bulletin, August 28, 2008
OTC vs Chemical Peels So what’s the difference between peeling products found in beauty stores and chemical peels like PCA?
According to Dr. Oblepias, OTC or home peels are designed to be milder than the ones performed by dermatologists. It also uses either retinol or salicylic acidor alpha hydroxyl acids which have the ability to exfoliate the skin superficially to give a "peeling" look.
"Chemical peels done as office procedures not only make use of the ingredients mentioned above but they usually either have it in greater concentrations--for example, with glycolic peels, take home concentrations will range from 5%-15% but peels will range from 20% to 70%--or [they] make use of trichloroacetic peel, pyruvate, or other ingredients [mixed] together to produce a more potent peel," explained Dr. Oblepias.
Meanwhile Marcelo advises clients to seek only licensed dermatologists to perform chemical peels. "Filipino skin is very prone to hyperpigmentation because of the melanin in our skin. It is not good to experiment [with] chemical peels. If we are thinking of doing one, it is best to go consult a certified dermatologist. Don’t have it done in parlors where you don’t know the ingredients of the peel they will use," said Dr. Oblepias.
"The strength of the peeling solution should also be compatible [with] the patient’s skin type to avoid irritation," she said.
PCA Professional Products and PCA Skin Clinical Care Products are the first of its kind as a non-prescription and clinically researched professional and home care products, available only through a dermatologist. PCA peels are exclusively administered by professionals who complete PCA Skin Training. It has no color additives, synthetic fragrances, harsh alcohols, comodegenic oils, and other known sensitizers, so it’s safe and mild for the skin. Specific PCA products are designed to effectively treat skin conditions like acne, psoriasis, hyperpigmentation, rosacea, and fine lines and wrinkles, while at the same time rejuvenating and nourishing the skin.
She also suggested that PCA peels be repeated every after two weeks to achieve the desired look, while for hyperpigmentation, peeling can be done after 3 weeks and maintenance should be every month. For body peels, there is a limit as to the number of areas you peel at a time because it can cause toxicity in the body
"For beauty regimens, it is always best to seek the advice of an expert and not use it because your celebrity idol is endorsing it, because what can be good for her may not be good for you," advises Dr. Oblepias ends.
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