Exfoliation treatments procedure using hydroxyacidsBeata Szmigiel 1/, Ewa Żymańczyk-Duda 2/, Stanisław Lochyński 1,2/ 1/ Instytut Kosmetologii, Wyższa Szkoła Fizjoterapii we Wrocławiu 2/ Zakład Chemii Bioorganicznej, Wydział Chemiczny Politechniki Wrocławskiej Summary Exfoliation is an intentional damage the epidermis or dermis in order to enhance regeneration, improve condition and skin appearance. The study describes the professional preparation for the surgery, which consists interview with the patient, to determine your skin type and the exclusion of contraindications such as: allergic reaction to ingredients of the formulation, damaged skin, skin infections, active herpes, severe forms of acne, cancer, nodules and others. List the parameters that determine the efficacy but also the safety of exfoliation, which should be considered prior to surgery. Discussed the course of exfoliation and the most important principles of postoperative care, which should be paid special attention. In conclusion, given the complications that can occur after completed treatment. Complete control during the treatment and knowledge about the skin reactions gives the ability to perform safe exfoliation. Key words: hydroxyacids, peeling, exfoliation procedure |