TCA PEEL

Ingredients: TCA (various concentrations)

Action: Trichloroacetic acid (TCA) is a chemical cauterant and causes denaturation of the proteins in the skin (presenting as white frost on the surface)

Use: Wide variety of applications depending on the concentration used. Selection of appropriate strength is critical when performing a peel. Depending on the protocol and application procedures, TCA may be used to produce superficial to medium-depth peeling with concentrations from10-50%. Several dermatologic and aesthetic procedures use TCA 70- 100% as spot application for skin scars, atrophic acne scars and xanthelasma.

TCA cannot be neutralised

Requires neutralisation with a suitable solution