Wrinkles like frown and smile lines may be a sign of the joys you’ve experienced over the years. Unfortunately, they also contribute to an aged look. If you want to fight wrinkles, you’ve got to take action as early as possible. Luckily, it’s possible to do so right in your own home.
We’re exploring what to look for in at-home chemical peels to best meet your skin’s needs and your anti-aging concerns. By the end, you’ll be well on your way to choosing the best chemical peel for wrinkles that will work for you.
How Do Chemical Peels Fight Deep Wrinkles?
Collagen is incredibly helpful in keeping skin looking young and beautiful. Unfortunately, over time, our bodies produce less collagen. This leads the skin to become thinner and less resilient. When this happens, we start to get more wrinkles, especially in areas where folding or repetitive movements happen. Notably, you’ll see wrinkles on the forehead, known as frown lines; eyes, called crow’s feet; and the mouth, called smile lines.
In addition, other factors can lead collagen fibers to break down even quicker and further age our skin. This includes environmental pollutants, sun exposure, and smoking.
Chemical peels work to reduce deep wrinkles in two ways. First, they peel off layers of the affected skin. The peel removes dead skin cells that lead to a dull and aged complexion. It also leads to controlled skin cell turnover. This helps your skin look healthier and glowing.
Peels also stimulate collagen production. Increased collagen helps plump up your skin to reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
Finally, chemical peels can also help your other skincare products penetrate deeper, leading them to be more efficient as well.
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What to Look for in an At-Home Chemical Peel for Deep Wrinkles
Choosing an at-home chemical peel means considering a few factors. You want to choose one that meets your skin’s unique needs and that will work for treating deep wrinkles instead of some other issue you may not be concerned about. Make sure to pay attention to:
Intensity: You’ll find light, medium, and deep peels. Each one targets different layers of your skin. The intensity is generally denoted by a percentage.
Active ingredient: Each peeling agent has different properties. This leads to different effects. Certain ones may also work better for certain skin types.
Skin type: Certain skin types can’t tolerate high concentrations of active ingredients. This generally includes sensitive skin. You might do better with a gentler peel over multiple sessions if you have sensitive skin or are a first-time peeler.
Type and severity of wrinkles: Deeper wrinkles may require stronger peels that are able to penetrate that layer. Meanwhile, fine wrinkles may be lessened with a weaker peel. The location of the wrinkles may also affect the intensity of your ideal peel. Thin, sensitive skin like that near the eyes may do better with a gentler peel, while tough forehead wrinkles may need something stronger.
Choosing the Best Chemical Peel for Wrinkles
When it comes to chemical peels, you’ll find a variety of options that can target deep wrinkles. Pay attention to the area of your face you’re targeting and if you have any additional anti-aging concerns. Many can give you multiple benefits in one product.
TCA 15% Skin Peel
TCA peels generally work well for moderate wrinkles as they can penetrate relatively deep. This means you may want to opt for our TCA 15% Skin Peel if you have forehead wrinkles. These tend to be deeper and tougher to resolve than those around the eyes and lips. This TCA peel could also be a good choice if you have frown lines or chest wrinkles, as it can help improve the smoothness and texture of the skin.
Looking to reduce wrinkles while hydrating your skin? Try our Hydra-RepairTM Wrinkle Cream, made with powerful peptides, hyaluronic acid, and natural plant extracts to replenish and repair your wrinkled skin.
Glycolic 50% Gel Peel
Are you dealing with stubborn wrinkles? You may want to consider a medium-strength peel. This glycolic acid peel is designed to be a bit more aggressive at targeting your anti-aging concerns. It rapidly sloughs off dead skin cells to encourage new growth. It’s also enhanced with retinol and green tea for maximum anti-aging benefits.
Because it’s stronger, this peel is not recommended for first-time peelers or those with sensitive skin. You may want to try the Glycolic 30% Gel Peel if you’re looking for these benefits in a less intense package.
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Lactic 50% Gel Peel
Lactic acid is a medium-depth peel that can work to improve forehead lines and other deep wrinkles. It also provides additional benefits that can help make your skin appear more youthful. This Lactic 50% Gel Peel can help even your skin tone, brighten your skin, and increase your natural glow. Just note that this peel is not recommended for sensitive skin.
Alternatively, you may want to try the Lactic 30% Gel Peel first. This is a superficial peel that would also be a better option if you have sensitive skin. Since the area around your eyes is thin and delicate, you may want to opt for a superficial peel. Lactic acid can also be a great choice because it has lightening effects that can help brighten dark under-eye circles.
Pineapple Pumpkin Enzyme Peel 30%
If you’re new to chemical peels or have sensitive skin, this peel may be for you. Not only does it help reduce wrinkles, but it also evens tone, brightens skin, and increases hydration.
The skin around your lips and neck tends to be thin and sensitive. If you’re dealing with lips or necklines, a gentle AHA peel like this can help target those wrinkles without aggravating your skin.
Want to also target dark spots, age spots, and hyperpigmentation? Check out our Hydro-GloTM Peel Pads 10% with several unique ingredients to brighten your skin and give it a more youthful tone.
RevitaboostTM Peel Pads 35%
The RevitaboostTM Peel Pads 35% are one of our strongest peels, formulated to target wrinkles and other skin blemishes. It’s ideal for reducing forehead lines and other deep wrinkles that just don’t seem to go away. Plus, it even works to fight acne and pitted scars, hyperpigmentation, age spots, and more.
Being a deeper surface peel, it works well for stubborn blemishes. You can even use it as a body or foot peel. However, because it is strong, it’s not recommended for first-time peelers or those with sensitive skin.
Find the Best Chemical Peel for Wrinkles
Finding the best chemical peel for wrinkles can be confusing. Once you understand the factors that you need to consider, you can choose one that will work best for your concerns and skin type.