Phenol peeling is a cosmetic procedure known to be effective in smoothing wrinkles and scars. The treatment has gone viral on the internet in recent days after a patient named Joao Castro showed the evolution of his skin before and after the peel on Tik Tok.
According to dermatologist Marcio Souza, phenol peels are highly penetrating and work in the deepest layers of the dermis, which is why they have such amazing results. The doctor explains it The treatment works like a “burn”.which will regenerate and cause a “new skin” to appear.
“Because it is a somewhat more stringent procedure, it should only be performed by a qualified and experienced professional,” Sousa stresses.
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Phenol peel: How does it work?
According to Marcio Souza, phenol promotes intense cell regeneration, stimulates collagen production and treats the most widespread wrinkles and scars. A dermatologist analyzes that phenol peels have an “excellent outcome” in patients with extensive photodamage (sun damage accumulated over the years), with visible wrinkles and even acne scars.
The procedure can be performed on the entire face or only in specific areas, such as the eyelid area and the area around the lips, which reduces sagging and wrinkles in these areas.
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Phenol peeling: where the treatment takes place
Treatment, although not considered surgery, must be carried out in an appropriate setting and requires certain care. The dermatologist knows the substance used Contains potential risk of heart arrhythmias.
Therefore, in some cases, such as if it is performed on the entire face, the procedure is only performed in a hospital setting, with anesthesia and cardiac monitoring.
If it is only on a specific area of the face or if phenol is not used with croton oil, peeling can be done on an outpatient basis. Souza explains that this oil works to increase the depth of exfoliation, and to enhance the regenerative ability of phenols.
Phenol peel: When not indicated
Like all treatments, phenol peeling cannot be applied to any patient. The dermatologist he met the people It states that people with preexisting heart conditions should not undergo the peel.
In addition, people with the highest phototypes, ie people with black skin, should not undergo the procedure either, due to the risk of developing dyschromia, ie scarring.
According to dermatologist José Antonio Brandao, lupus patients, with atopic dermatitis or unknown patches, are also not indicated to undergo treatment, as it may lead to complications in the future.
Phenol peel: recovery time
Marcio Souza notes that recovery from a phenol peel varies from weeks to months, depending on the substance’s concentration and the size of the treated area.
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