Key planning information for this type of chemical peel in South Africa.
On requestQuoted per case
3 hospitalsList Chemical Peel
3 typesOf chemical peel
Light Peel in South Africa is priced per case; 3 hospitals in South Africa list Chemical Peel. Each hospital quotes its own price for your case.
About this procedure
A light or superficial chemical peel is used to treat fine lines or wrinkles, mild sun damage and mild pigment changes. A light peel commonly uses alpha hydroxy acids (AHA), for example glycolic, lactic or fruit acids. The surgeon applies the acid solution to the areas being treated and removes only a small part of the outer layer (epidermis) of the skin.
Who is a suitable candidate for a Light Chemical Peel?
A light chemical peel is suitable for all skin types.
Key facts to plan your treatment: how long it takes, your hospital stay, anaesthesia, risks and recovery.
Duration of surgery/treatment
A light chemical peel takes between 5 and 15 minutes to carry out.
Number of sessions required
A series of light chemical peels may be carried out, 1 to 2 weeks apart, and maintenance peels once a month to achieve the required results.
Days admitted
None.
Anesthesia
None, but you may receive an oral sedative while a light chemical peel is carried out.
Recovery
- Following a light chemical peel, skin pinkness and redness fade after a few days. - You can resume your normal activities immediately after the procedure.
Risks
- Pinkness or redness on the skin. - Allergic reaction.
After care
- Avoid exposure to sunlight directly after the light chemical peel and use sun block every day. - You may need to wear make-up to hide the redness as it fades.
Hospitals in South Africa offering Chemical Peel
These hospitals list Chemical Peel in South Africa; ask any of them to quote Light Peel for your case. The order reshuffles every hour so each gets equal exposure.
Life Healthcare is a leading private hospital operator in South Africa and primarily serves the market for privately insured individuals, representing approximately eight million people. The group provides mainly acute care, high technology private hospital services.
The extensive hospital network includes 64 hospitals (of which 57 are majority owned by Life Healthcare and another seven in which the group holds substantial minority ownership), providing a range of healthcare services throughout South Africa.