Chemical Peels: TCA and Glycolic Aftercare Instructions

Aftercare is the most critical part of a successful chemical peel. Learn how to dilute and apply TCA peels safely, manage redness and peeling, and discover the best at-home peels for dark-skinned women to improve facial pigmentation.

How to Neutralize a TCA Peel

Published Jul,18 2017 | By Brynne Chandler

Home skin peels are a less expensive way to give your face a little extra glow. One of the most popular is the trichloroacetic acid, or TCA home peel. TCA is available in concentrations from less than 5 percent to 30 percent or more.

How to Exfoliate the Skin After a TCA Chemical Peel

Published Jul,18 2017 | By Brynne Chandler

Chemical peels are designed to remove the top layer of skin, revealing fresh, young skin underneath. Trichloracetic acid (TCA), is used in different concentrations ranging from mild peels you can do at home to deeper ones that require a doctor's care.

Brynne Chandler is an avid runner, swimmer and occasional weight-lifter who fell in love with all things fitness related while writing TV Animation in Los Angeles. Her passion for healthy living and fascination with nutrition led to taking classes at the University of California Northridge, working with chefs, caterers and inspired her second career writing non-fiction and instructional articles. Brynne is hard at work on her first cookbook which combines simple, fresh recipes with science-based natural health remedies.