What happens to my skin during a TCA peel?

When TCA is applied to the skin, it causes the top layers of cells to dry up and peel off over a period of several days. When the old skin has peeled off, it exposes a new layer of undamaged skin which has a smoother texture and more even colour.

How soon can I resume my normal outdoor activities?

Anyone who has had a TCA peel is more sensitive to sunlight for at least 6-8 weeks after their peel. During this time it is very important to protect the new skin with sunscreens, hats and the avoidance of strong sunlight. However, most people are anxious to protect their new improved skin from the damage of excessive sun exposure and they continue to wear sunscreen daily

Can TCA peels be performed on other areas of the body besides the face?

Most people have similar aging and sun damage changes on the neck, chest and hands as are present on the face. Fortunately, TCA peels can be performed successfully on these other non-facial areas as well.

Is TCA EasyPeel The Only Treatment Option Available?

Medical technology actually offers a number of treatment options to revitalise and renew damaged skin. Many treatment options are designed to accelerate the removal of old dead cells at the surface of the skin, bringing forth the softer, smoother skin below. Some treatments are very slow and mild, while some are faster and more aggressive.

One of the mildest of these treatments is Microdermabrasion, which removes a layer only a few cells deep from the skin surface. This is a painless, gentle procedure described in more detail on the Microdermabrasion page of this website. The results are subtle but quite pleasing, and no healing time is required after a treatment. Multiple treatments are usually required (usually 7 to 10 treatments given about a week apart) for optimal results.

You may consider combining your TCA EasyPeel treatment with Microdermabrasion, or even IPL Photorejuvenation. The doctor will be able to advise you of your treatment options and produce an individual treatment programme to achieve your cosmetic goals.