Are Chemical Peels Harmful
A Chemical Peel Can Lead to a Bacterial, Fungal or Viral Infection, Such as a Flare-up of the Herpes Virus — the Virus That Causes Cold Sores. Heart, Kidney or...
A chemical peel can lead to a bacterial, fungal or viral infection, such as a flare-up of the herpes virus — the virus that causes cold sores. Heart, kidney or liver damage. A deep chemical peel uses carbolic acid (phenol), which can damage heart muscle and cause the heart to beat irregularly.
Are chemical peels safe?
You should understand that all chemical peels carry some risks and uncertainties. A chemical peel is usually a very safe procedure when performed by a qualified and experienced board-certified plastic surgeon. While very rare, infection or scarring are risks of from chemical peeling treatments.
Why is chemical peel bad?
The superficial chemical peels are very safe when used properly but can cause itching, erythema, increased skin sensitivity, epidermolysis, allergic and irritant contact dermatitis, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH).
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