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How to Perform a Chemical Peel at Home

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Thanks to modern technology, people in their forties can look 10 years younger. Chemical peels are a quick solution to aging skin; however, they can cost a lot of money when performed in a doctor´s office or spa. Don´t panic. Manufacturers have come up with a reasonable solution: perform your own home chemical peel and save a bundle. Read the information below to find out more.

Difficulty: Challenging
Instructions
  1. Step 1

    Go to the Dry Chemical Peel website (see Resources below).

  2. Step 2

    Read all of the information on the page, and decide between AHA peel, TCA peel or a combination peel.

  3. Step 3

    Scroll down to the bottom of the page and click on the ¨Find the cheapest chemical peels to treat these problems >>¨ link to read more about where to purchase your chemical peel.

  4. Step 4

    Visit and register at ebay.com to purchase your home chemical peel kit. Type the words ¨Chemical Peel¨ in the search box and press the ¨Search¨ button.

  5. Step 5

    Scroll down the product options. Check for strength and ingredients before purchasing product. Select and purchase a home chemical peel.

  6. Step 6

    Wait for product to arrive by mail. Follow manufacturers instructions carefully. Check for adverse reactions before doing the actual peel.

  7. Step 7

    Prepare your skin for chemical peel as instructed by manufacturer and perform chemical peel accordingly.

  8. Step 8

    Expect some flaking and dryness. Watch how your skin´s texture improves with regular use.

Tips & Warnings
  • Always wear sunscreen after using AHA or TCA peels.
  • Start off with a lower percentage strength peel first and work your way up to a full strength peel.
  • If you have any pre-existing health conditions, check with your doctor before using a chemical peel.

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cattwuman said

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on 3/27/2008 the article directs you to the dry chemical peel website to read the information. Alls the site is is a search engine. Type chemical peels in the search box and it brings you to more listing of sites. Where's the info?

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