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Financing Options The TCA peel is a type of chemical peel which uses trichloroacetic acid. The main purpose of the TCA acid is to stimulate collagen synthesis, which plumps the skin and improves the appearance of fine lines, enlarged pores, uneven texture, and acne scars. The peeling process can also significantly improve hyperpigmentation and surface bumps. The TCA peel is a very effective and universal treatment that promotes a greater well-being of the skin.
At the Vitenas Skin Institute, we recommend that microdermabrasion be used directly before the TCA peel, and that patients receive a series of at least five treatments. This can provide quicker, more optimal results. Good candidates for the TCA peel include men and women who are looking to improve the appearance of the skin. This treatment is not appropriate for patients with darker, sunburned, or heavily tanned skin, or those on Accutane or with active cold sores on the face.
The TCA peel is an in-office procedure that takes about fifteen minutes to complete. Anesthesia is not required. The skin will appear normal during the day of treatment and on the day after, allowing patients to immediately return to work and other normal activities. Patients may experience a tight feeling of the skin during this time. About seventy-two hours after treatment, the skin will begin to shed in layers. While the first two days of shedding are the most intense, this may continue for two to three more days.Q - What is a TCA Peel?
The TCA, or trichloroacetic acid peel is a type of chemical peel which stimulates collagen synthesis and promotes a greater well-being of the skin. The procedure plumps the skin and improves the appearance of fine lines, uneven texture, acne scars, enlarged pores, hyperpigmentation, and surface bumps. For quicker, more optimal results, we recommend that the TCA Peel follow microdermabrasion and that there be a series of at least five treatments.
Q - Who is a candidate for a TCA Peel?
Men and women who are looking to improve the appearance of the skin may be good candidates for a TCA Peel. Patients with darker, sunburned or heavily tanned skin should not undergo a TCA Peel. The procedure is also not appropriate for those with active cold sores on the face or people taking Accutane.
Q - Where is the TCA Peel procedure performed?
The TCA Peel is performed in Dr. Vitenas’ office.
Q - Is anesthesia used for the TCA Peel?
Anesthesia is not required for the TCA Peel.
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