Color Atlas of Chemical Peels

Chemical peeling is a well known method attempting to restore a more youthful appearance and improving dermatologic defects. Over the last years this technique has been marked by constant innovation. This book is the first atlas on chemical peels, representing the state of the art in this field. In the first part the peeling techniques are shown in a step-by-step manner with an exhaustive text supporting the illustrations; in the second part different diseases are discussed in their pathogenesis and treatment options. Furthermore, each author provides his/her personal experience and treatment approach with different peeling techniques in acne, rosacea, melasma, photoaging, postinflammatory hyperpigmentations and dark skin.

From the contents:
Types of chemical peels: advantages/disadvantages, an illustrated algorithm. Modalities of application: Glycolic acid.- Salicylic acid.- Pyruvic acid.- Trichloroacetic acid.- Resorcinol.- Phenol.- Jessner's solution.- Combinations peels (Jessner's solution + TCA, Pyruvic acid + TCA, Salicylic acid + TCA). How to choose the best peeling for the patient: Acne.- Photoaging.- Melasma.- Senile lentigines.- Actinic keratoses.- Postinflammatory iperpigmentation.- Scarring.- Rosacea.- Dark skin. Management of the patient: Instructions.- Consent form.- Photographs.