Chemical Peel Tranexamic Acid

Tranexamic acid provides a powerful and specific anti-inflammatory action, inhibiting the tyrosinase synthesis in melanocytes. At the same time, blocks the transfer of pigment from melanocytes to keratinocytes in the epidermis. Tranexamic acid can also calm the skin and restore its barrier. By accumulating in the corneal layer of the epidermis as it strengthens keratin connections and the skin’s resistance to damage.

Tranexamic acid works in many ways at once:

• Blocks the production of melanin in the cells.
• Prevents melanin from accumulating locally.
• Dissolves the already present melanin.

This treatment is an effective method is removing and/or lightening pigmentation spots, melasma, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.

Before your peel, you might also need to:

• Take antiviral medication.
• Use a bleaching agent.
• Avoid unprotected sun exposure.
• Avoid certain cosmetic treatments and certain types of hair removal a week before the peel, or shave the targeted areas 24 hours before your peel.
• Also, avoid hair dying treatments.

Once completed, a neutralizing solution will be applied or wash procedure to remove the chemical solution from the treated skin.

Expect some mild stinging while the chemical solution is on your skin.

Your doctor will apply a surgical dressing to treated skin. He or she might also prescribe painkillers. You’ll need to soak the treated skin and apply ointment several times a day for about two weeks.

Your doctor might apply a protective ointment, such as petroleum jelly, to soothe the area and prevent dryness. After five to seven days, you can use cosmetics to cover any redness.

You might prefer to remain at home while you’re healing from a chemical peel.
Once new skin completely covers the treated area in about two weeks, you can use cosmetics to conceal any redness.

After a chemical peel of any depth, your skin will be red, tight, irritated or swollen. It may take several months before your skin color returns to normal and you can see the full results of the peel. Use ice packs for comfort. Over-the-counter pain-relieving medication may help. But remember to use sunscreen every day.

You’ll need to soak the treated skin and apply ointment several times a day for about two weeks. Treated areas will develop new skin within about two weeks after a deep chemical peel, although redness might last for months. Treated skin might become darker or lighter than normal or lose the ability to tan. You’ll likely need several follow-up visits soon after your treatment so that your doctor can monitor your healing

A chemical peel can cause various side effects, including:

• Redness, scabbing, and swelling.
• Scarring.
  
• Changes in skin color.
  
• Infection.