Chemical Peels (Glycolic, Beta and Alpha Hydroxy Acids)

Skin resurfacing through controlled chemical application

Chemical Peels have been a mainstay of Dermatology for decades. Only in recent years have lasers attempted to replace these trusted and effective methods of resurfacing your skin. Dr. Gary Rothfeld, a board Certified Dermatologist in NYC, Manhattan has experience with both methods which allows him to tailor a treatment regimen that precisely resolves skin surface irregularities and maintains smooth and luminous skin.

"How do Chemical Peels work?

There are basically four major types of chemical peel solutions:

• Alpha Hydroxy (Glycolic Acid - other fruit and sugar based acids)
• Beta Hydroxy (Salicylic Acid)
• Cosmelan
• TCA (Trichloroacetic Acid)

Chemical peels work by "ungluing" the top layer of damaged and discolored skin so it can peel away and reveal the fresh new skin beneath. By forcing the turnover of the cells, the old dull and damaged cells peel off much more quickly.

Lighter superficial peels using Alpha Hydroxy acids such as Glycolic Acid can be very effective in a series of "no downtime" procedures. Your skin will have a light pink look and flaking or peeling may be unnoticeable. Superficial peels are ideal for improving pigmentation problems, fine wrinkles and sun damage. They can be used anywhere on the face and body.

Special peels containing salicylic acid (beta hydroxy acid) are especially effective for those suffering from acne and oily skin. Salicylic acid has the ability to penetrate the pores as it is soluble in oil. Great for unclogging pores and improving acne. All peels can be adjusted to your skin type and condition, making them extremely customizable according to Dr. Rothfeld at NYC dermatology in Manhattan, New York

Dr. Rothfeld is meticulous in the selection and application of your chemical peel.

Cosmelan has become the treatment of choice for melasma and especially for sensitive skin types prone to hyperpigmentation from sun exposure, heat or blemishes. Cosmelan works by blocking the action of the process that causes hyperpigmentation.

Cosmelan Advantages

1. Effective in all kinds of melasma and chloasma.
2. It can be used any time of the year.
3. Compatible with all types of skin.
4. It permits sun exposure without the risk of spots appearing.
5. It is completely safe and does not include TCA or hydroquinone.
6. There are minimal side effects (very little redness and flaking).
7. Beneficial for acne patients by regularizing sebaceous secretion.
8. Skin becomes bright and rejuvenated with lightening of spots and brown areas in just 10 days.

Moderate medium-depth peels result in a temporary all-over peeling with deeper pink tone to your skin for several days to a week. These peels are more effective on moderate wrinkles, precancerous skin growths and more problematic pigmentation. Mostly used on the face, medium peels are typically TCA peels.

Usually a TCA peel will produce enough peeling that you may wish to stay in for a few days. Discuss with Dr Gary Rothfeld at NYC Dermatologist  which peel level works into your lifestyle.

What will a chemical peel feel like?

Dr. Rothfeld, a board certified dermatologist at NYC Dermatology will first clean your skin of any oils. The chemical solution is either brushed on or applied with a pad. You may feel a slight stinging as the peel solution penetrates your skin.

Once removed, your skin will be moisturized and you will be advised to wear a sunscreen. Your skin will feel tight and will look rosy for a few hours to several days. Your chemical peel will cause some flaking and peeling.

Chemical peels may be augmented with V Beam Laser for resolving broken blood vessels and IPL Fotofacial for removing encapsulated or resistant pigmentation

NYC Dermatology by Board Certified  Dermatologist Dr. Gary Rothfeld, a dermatologist in NYC. Offices in New York City. Dr. Rothfeld is a licensed  Dermatologist with a  New York City office in Manhattan  providing expert skin care, dermatology, and cosmetic dermatology services.

Our goal at the manhattan office of Board Certified  Derrmatologist , Dr. Gary Rothfeld is to create an atmosphere of professionalism, trust and complete patient satisfaction at the NYC Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery Center in Manhattan, New York.  Dr. Rothfeld, Dermatology Director of NYC Dermatolgy is a Board Certified  Dermatologist at NYC Dermatology who has treated many patients in the  entertainment industry.   Schedule an appointment at our  office which provides top of the line  expert skin care, dermatology, cosmetic dermatology services, chemical peels and advanced facial rejuvenation for cosmetic needs of the patients. We offer a full range of services including surgery for skin cancer, laser hair removal, Botox®, the Fractionated Resurfacing laser, Titan laser, and acne photodynamic treatments. Our main goal is to provide you with the most effective and advanced treatment. Join the NYC Laser Center NYC Dermatology Mailing List. Our periodic newsletters include exclusive offers, educational articles, as well as free treatment & product drawings! Email: nycdermatologist@aol.com in our Media  office and   including different offers and many more. We offer a variety of services from Botox® to chemcial peels . Please contact us with any questions you may have or schedule an appointment online or by phone for a consultation. SoYouWanna Improve Your Complexion   Remember that Beauty Is Forever!  and our board certified Dermatologist Dr. Gary Rothfeld  at NYC Dermatologist has over 20 years of experience with his beauty tips.

During your office consultation  and examination you will be provided with a detailed plan of the treatments that will benefit you most.  NYC Laser Center NYC Dermatology top laser dermatology center offering skin care, dermatolgy, cosmetic dermatology services, chemical peels and laser treatments for sun damaged skin, acne, acne scars, rosacea, pigmentation, laser hair removal, broken blood vessels, as well as superficial and deep wrinkles. We offer patients in Manhattan,  services including general dermatology, wrinkle fillers such as Restylane®, Captique, Cosmoderm and Cosmoplast, Perlane, collagen, Radiance® (radiesse) and Sculptra. We also offer Botox®, Cosmelan, Velasmooth, Fotofacial, Titan laser, Refirme, and the Fractionated Resurfacing laser. in the treatment of acne, rosacea, skin cancer and  surgery.  Dr. Rothfeld has taught numerous other physicians on the proper use of Botox®, medical hair transplants, and lasers in  the country.   Acne Photodynamic Treatment - Botox® - Botox® for Hyperhidrosis - Cellulite - Cool Laser  - Cosmelan Depigmentation Treatment - Glycolic Acid Peel - Fat Transfer - Fotofacial / IPL Fractionated Resurfacing Laser - Hair Loss - Laser Hair Removal - Liposuction -  - Surgery - Minimal Scar Technique -  Photodynamic Rejuvenation Radiance® - Restylane® - Sclerotherapy - Sculptra - Smoothbeam - Stretch Marks - SunFX - TCA Peel - Tattoo Removal - Titan Laser Facelift - V-beam Laser Treatments - Velasmooth Our cosmetic surgeon includes Dermatologist  Dr. Gary Rothfeld Board Certified Dermatologist  at NYC Dermatology.  Our dermatologist offers advanced dermatology laser treatments for cosmetic needs and medical skin conditions. We offer our services to Manhattan , Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens locations through our Manhattan office in NYC.

Facial rejuvenation

Over time, skin loses its youthful appearance. This natural ageing process is often accelerated by:

• Hereditary factors
• Sun exposure
• Cigarette smoking
• Chicken pox and acne

The visible results are superficial blemishes – broken capillaries, freckles (lentigos), and keratoses (dry spots), scars, fine wrinkles and deep furrows.

Rejuvenation of facial skin can be achieved in a number of different ways.

Filler substances (implantations): for crows' feet, whistle lines and some scars.

• Collagen: a natural bovine extract. Tests for allergy are essential.
• Hyaluronic acid: non-collagen material suitable for deeper lines and lip augmentation: allergy testing is not necessary.
• Fat injections: extracted from patients own surplus fat
• Synthetic fillers containing polytetrafluoroethylene.

Resurfacing – treatment suitable for the whole face to improve fine lines, dryness, and blotchiness.

• Glycolic acid lotion: apply at night to soften the skin
• Kinerase® (furfurinyl acid), an anti-ageing preparation applied twice daily
• Vitamin-C solutions: antioxidant to mop up free radicals
• Topical retinoid: prescription cream to reverse photoageing
• Glycolic acid peels; a series of ‘lunch hour’ freshening peels
• TCA chemical peel: medium depth, so a week or so off work is necessary
• Erbium-YAG laser resurfacing: medium depth, a few days off work are needed
• Dermabrasion: mechanical smoothing of the skin
• C02 Laser resurfacing: remarkable results are possible.
• New techniques termed nonablative resurfacing; a laser, intense pulsed light or radio-device (thermage) is used to burn or tighten the collagen without removing the surface skin – the skin texture improves with repeated treatment but there is no ‘downtime;rsquo;.

Surgery – for sagging and loose skin.

• Full face lift includes muscle/facial tightening for jowls
• Neck lift for loose skin and muscles of the neck
• Temporal lift or endoscopic forehead lift for sagging of the forehead and eyebrow
• Blepharoplasty to remove baggy eyelids.

Botulinum toxin: to paralyse overactive muscles of facial expression especially in the central forehead.

Vascular laser: almost painless treatment of facial capillaries and brown spots on the hands.

Our office at NYC Dermatology by Board Certified Dermatologist is located in Manhattan, New York City and has convenient access to Manhattan , Brooklyn, Bronx,  and Queens via the new york subway sytems. Many patients from Brooklyn, Bronx, and Queens will find it very easy to  commute to our office NYC Dermatology by board certified dermatologist Dr. Gary Rothfeld which is right near Bloomingdales.Please enjoy our dermatology directory of procedures that we do at NYC Dermatology. 

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