Skin Care: Chemical Peels

madeline_ellis — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 03:07:00 -0800

Chemical peels are one of the most commonly used techniques for improving the appearance and texture of the skin. The procedure destroys parts of the skin in a controlled manner so that new skin can grow in its place. The types of chemical peels differ based on the type of chemical solution used and how deeply the chemical penetrates. There are three basic types of peels; superficial, medium and deep.

Skin Care: Alpha Hydroxy?

madeline_ellis — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 02:58:58 -0800

It seems that whenever skin care is mentioned, alpha hydroxy acids are mentioned in the same breath. These acids can be found in numerous products including cleansers, toners, moisturizers, and masks for the facial area as well as body lotions, body washes, and exfoliating scrubs for all areas of the skin. But what are alpha hydroxy acids? What do they do and are they right for you?