TCA peel and medical peels in Geneva
Choose the right peel to improve radiance, spots and skin texture.
A precise medical indication first
At SGL Esthétique in Geneva Cornavin, every treatment begins with a medical consultation. The aim is to understand your request, assess the skin or area concerned, and recommend a coherent, natural strategy adapted to your lifestyle.
The practice welcomes patients from Geneva and nearby areas such as Carouge, Lancy, Meyrin, Vernier, Thônex, Chêne-Bougeries, Plan-les-Ouates and Versoix.
Common indications
TCA peeling and TCA peel
The TCA peel, often searched as TCA peeling, is one of the medical peels used to improve texture, selected spots, radiance and imperfections. The choice of peel depends on phototype, season, skin sensitivity and the objective.
Treatment process
- Medical assessment, expectations, history and real indication for the treatment.
- Personalised treatment plan with a clear explanation of benefits and limits.
- Procedure or protocol performed with the aim of a natural, progressive result.
- Aftercare advice and follow-up adapted to the selected treatment.
Facial peeling
Indications
- Aging of the skin (face, hands, neckline)
- Pigment spots induced by the sun or pregnancy
- Acne and scars
- Skin damage from sun or tobacco
- Fine lines and wrinkles, crow's feet, wrinkles around the mouth
- Enlarged pores
TreatmentTo obtain optimal results, 4 to 6 sessions will be necessary, with a delay of 8 to 10 days between each session.The sequelsImmediately after treatment, the patient may feel slight tingling and a little redness. After a few days, the skin may peel.
Price: TCA: CHF 390.– per session | CHF 1000.– for 3 sessions — Fruit acids: from CHF 250.–
How does the TCA Peel work?
TCA is a trichlorinated derivative of acetic acid (= vinegar acid). It is a non-toxic and non-allergenic substance. Low concentrated TCA applied to degreased skin causes icing (= whitening and pinking of the superficial layers of the epidermis).
The practitioner begins by degreasing the skin using ether or acetone. He then applies the TCA using an instrument (compress, cotton, cotton swab, etc.). This application is often painful, with the patient complaining of a “hot” or even burning sensation for a few minutes when frosting of the skin appears. The practitioner can then carry out several passes and then apply moist compresses to relieve the feeling of heat and stop the action of the TCA.
The practitioner determines the depth of action of the average peel based on several parameters:
- the concentration of the TCA solution: a 25% TCA penetrates deeper than a 10% TCA
- the application technique: vigorous rubbing of the area to be treated using a compress saturated with TCA is more aggressive than sweeping with cotton
- repeating applications increases the depth of the peel: with each new application of TCA during the same session, deeper and deeper damage is created in the epidermis
- skin type: thin skin is more sensitive than oily and thick skin
- the treated region: the skin of the eyelids is much more fragile, for example
The aftermath of a TCA peel is marked by pinking and desquamation lasting about a week.
More rarely, the dermatologist can use resorcinol paste, which is more difficult to handle (need for a test behind the ear to detect an allergy to resorcinol, feeling of heat when applying the preparation to the face. The skin becomes brownish and flakes after a few days requiring downtime for a week, etc.)
Frequently asked questions
These answers are general. The right indication is always confirmed during the consultation.
Which peel should be chosen?
The choice depends on phototype, season, skin sensitivity and the objective.
Should sun exposure be avoided?
Strict sun protection is generally recommended after this type of treatment.
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