Your phenol-peeling in Düsseldorf

1. What is a phenol-peeling?

In contrast to fruit acid peelings, which only reach the upper layer of skin, phenol-peeling is a deep peeling which aims to renew the elastic and collagen fibers in all the skin layers. We offer our patients different levels of depth in a phenol-peeling based on their personal preference.

The basic rule is: a deeper peeling produces a deeper and more thorough renewal and structural rejuvenation of the facial skin. This lasts for many years and creates a significant tightening of the skin, which is similar to a surgical lift. Your facial expression and distinctive facial features will be completely preserved.

2. Who are deep chemical phenol-peelings suitable for?

If the elastic fibers have lost function due to aging skin, and if they have led to medium-deep and deep wrinkles, this treatment method can achieve a significant smoothing effect.

Cornification disorders of the skin, scars (especially acne scars), as well as severe pigment disorders and even some precursors of skin cancer can be excellently treated by a phenol-peeling. If only a refreshing and fine skin texture needs to be improved, a superficial phenol-peeling can be of great help.

3. Who is this treatment not suitable for?

Phenol-peeling is not recommended for people with darker skin because this treatment can lead to permanent skin lightening. In addition, we do not recommend this deep peeling for people with inflammatory skin rashes, a restriction of heart, liver or kidney function or diabetes with insulin intake.

4. What downtime should I expect?

With a surface to medium-deep phenol-peeling, the downtime is a few days to a maximum of one week, due to significant redness and flaking of the skin.

In contrast to other peelings, the skin needs an even longer healing phase after a deep phenol-peeling. After a deep peeling treatment you should be able to socialize again two weeks after the surgery, at the earliest.

5. What do I have to consider before and after the treatment?

For a deep phenol-peeling there will be a preparation phase of several weeks, during which your skin will need to be conditioned. We will provide you with a care package and precise instructions (see below) on how to use our care products to achieve perfect results. The preparation phase can also be beneficial for superficial to medium-deep peelings. We will give you detailed advice on this in a preliminary consultation.

The peeling is performed on an outpatient basis without any problems. Anesthesia is unnecessary - even for deep peeling. When doing a deep phenol-peeling, a powder mask is  applied to protect the skin from infections and crust formations. The mask will be removed at our practice after 6 days. Further skin care is carried out at home according to our instructions. This process is not necessary for superficial to medium-deep peelings. It is sufficient enough to simply use the care products provided by us according to our instructions.

The skin that is renewed after a deep phenol-peeling is similar to that of a newborn baby: extremely sensitive to sunlight. You should avoid unprotected exposure to direct sunlight for a period of four months after the treatment. Careful sun protection and balanced skin care are an essential part of the phenol-peeling treatment. Undoubtedly, we will provide you with the necessary products.