If you have age spots, wrinkles, and fine lines that you’d like to eliminate, skin resurfacing is a great way to get rid of them and restore healthy, beautiful skin. Lasers and chemical peels are two of the most popular skin resurfacing alternatives. Clients often compare CO2 laser vs chemical peels, and try to determine which is best for skin resurfacing. There are several factors to consider.
CO2 Laser skin resurfacing
Laser light is used to peel away damaged skin, and correct facial imperfections. CO2 lasers are great for reducing wrinkles, and other signs of aging skin. They also minimize pores, and treat brown spots, acne scars, uneven skin tone, and hyperpigmentation. The CO2 lasers also affect the collagen fibers, making skin tighter and firmer.
Chemical Peel skin resurfacing
During a chemical peel chemical solutions are applied to the skin, and they quickly strip away damaged skin, and create superficial changes. Alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) such as glycolic acid are popular choices. The solution is left in place for a specific time period, but this depends on the type of skin irregularity being treated.
Both the CO2 laser treatment and the chemical peel are excellent resurfacing techniques that can improve the look and feel of the skin. However, the laser is a better solution for people with loose, sagging skin, because it can tighten the skin as well. Downtime is also less, especially with the newer CO2 lasers.
If you would like more help in deciding whether to choose the CO2 laser vs chemical peels for skin resurfacing, contact Song Plastic Surgery, Irvine, CA. Call (949) 701-4454 to schedule an appointment with experienced plastic surgeon, Kyle Song, MD. During consultation Dr. Song will carefully examine your skin, and determine which skin resurfacing option would be the best fit for you.
