TCA is a colorless, crystalline solid used as a peeling agent. It is highly soluble in water; therefore, peels are generally made using strictly water. One can also find gel peels and treatments with additional ingredients to help thicken the product. While gel peels are sometimes easier to work with due to their thickness, some people opt to use liquid peels as they are simple in terms of ingredients. TCA is a very versatile product and is used for a variety of applications in the skincare community. One of the most popular usages, and what we will focus on in this book, is the application as a skin peel. However, TCA is often used as an alternative to laser tattoo removal. Finally, it can be used for the treatment of warts and moles. These peels work by resurfacing the skin. In other words, it will promote the peeling and removal of the upper layers of the skin and allow new skin to be uncovered. Do to this, it is used in the treatment of issues such as wrinkles, sunspots/dark spots, and scars such as those due to acne. This peel can be an extremely effective, deep skin peel, but must be handled with care. It is accepted in the industry that these peels should only be applied by licensed medical professionals, however, many people choose to do DIY peels. If a person chooses to do this, they should understand fully the precautions that need to be taken and understand the process prior to attempting the peel. While a TCA peel can be a great treatment, improper use can lead to damage of bodily tissues and membranes. These peels are considered safe if used correctly. The strength of the peel desired and/or necessary will also vary from person to person. For a skin peel, such as a facial peel, a lower percentage is suggested, such as 15%. Some people choose to go as high as 50%, but this should only be done by a trained professional as applying 50% TCA to one’s face can be very damaging if done incorrectly. Additionally, people who use these peels need to be very pat
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