Peelings, which appeared in ancient Egypt, have not only not lost their popularity, but have also become one of the most sought-after aesthetic procedures. In addition to the many advantages of this method of correcting skin imperfections, traditional chemical peels are characterized by a rather aggressive effect on the skin and a high likelihood of side effects.
However, thanks to many years of experience in peeling, continuous improvement of technologies, as well as scientific discoveries and achievements, pHformula has managed to create a unique system of controlled chemical skin renewal.
Irina Ivanovna Medvedeva – dermatovenereologist of the highest category, candidate of medical sciences, honored doctor of Ukraine.
Dermatovenereologist of the highest category, candidate of medical sciences, Honored Doctor of Ukraine IRINA MEDVEDEVA.
Tell us why peels are so popular
The popularity of peelings lies primarily in the fact that, on the one hand, they give a quick effect, and on the other hand, the procedure for their implementation is technically simple. However, this is a misleading impression, since the effects of peels can be both magnificent and terrible, with a lot of complications.
Therefore, the peeling system, which has firmly entered the arsenal of every cosmetologist, actually requires a thoughtful approach, a good basic education, an understanding of the problem that we solve with the help of this or that peeling, and a very good knowledge of the methodology for performing the procedure itself.
What are the main differences between the pHformula Chemical Skin Resurfacing System and other peels on the market?
From my point of view, the concept of the company that introduced the pHformula brand is unique and even revolutionary, because it is fundamentally different from existing peels. Until now, the main task of chemical peeling was to remove a certain number of skin layers, to initiate aseptic inflammation and, as a result, skin remodeling. Indeed, in skillful hands, such peels provide excellent results; but at the same time they are extremely aggressive and therefore dangerous for the skin.
pHformula has come up with a completely different approach: firstly, not one, but several acids are used in one preparation; and secondly, any pHformula product includes a transport delivery system РH-DVC – a complex of three components that allows you to introduce extremely aggressive substrates into the deep layers of the skin without damaging it.
What I like about pHformula is that it doesn't destroy skin structures so much as it restores its natural physiology and through this process restores youthfulness to the skin.
Inside the skin, acids behave completely differently than on the surface: they powerfully and steadily launch their own skin regeneration processes, restore its physiology. What I love about pHformula is that it doesn't break down skin structures so much as it restores the skin's natural physiology and through this process brings back youthfulness to the skin.
Which aesthetic skin imperfections can be corrected with the pHformula system?
Another very interesting feature of pHformula is that when starting to work with this system, the doctor is guided by clear protocols aimed at solution of the problem of acne, pigmentation, rosacea or signs of aging. The protocol clearly states the sequence of application of products, exposure time, recommendations for home care, which ensure a good result.
But as the doctor gradually masters the nuances of using these products, he realizes that he can combine different protocols, creating a personalized plan for eliminating a particular problem for each patient. This is very important, because very rarely the patient is only concerned with one aesthetic problem, such as acne or rosacea. Most often they are combined, so the approach to their elimination should be comprehensive.
Equally important, being innovative, revolutionary, the pHformula product system complies with the existing canons – this line follows the protocol drawn up by Dr. Obagi – pre-peeling, peeling and post-peeling. The company provides this compliance with the widest range of products for pre-peel facial skin care, performing the peels themselves and maintaining the results after the course of procedures.
What are the results of using the pHformula system and how quickly do they develop?
There is no magic wand whose touch allows you to instantly save the patient from a serious and long-term problem. Healthy skin, beautiful appearance – it is the result of many components:
- genetic predisposition;
- proper nutrition;
- proper skin care, etc.
However, for example, acne – a serious problem that cannot be solved by proper nutrition alone. This is where the pHformula system comes in handy.
I would like to draw your attention to two important points:
- A single procedure gives a noticeable result, the patient immediately sees that he is feeling better, that the procedure was completed without any pain or other unpleasant sensations. He understands that he did not spend money in vain. However, this does not mean that the problem has been solved.
- The patient clearly understands that if he takes the course prescribed by the specialist, he will look simply brilliant. This is how we motivate the patient for subsequent visits to the specialist – and this is very important.
The doctor must explain to the patient that it is impossible to remove all the signs of the years lived at once. Suggest that he perform the procedure, look at the result, and then discuss and approve a further treatment plan. If the patient sees that his skin condition has improved after the procedure, he more willingly agrees to undergo a course of procedures, wants to know what skin care products to use at home.
This is how a collaboration between doctor and patient begins that can last a lifetime: active treatment, depending on the need, is supplemented by supportive procedures.
Can the pHformula system be combined with injectable anti-age treatments?
There is no one method on the market that can solve all the aesthetic problems that patients face. Therefore, it often becomes necessary to combine different methods.
If we are talking about some general protocol for the use of pHformula peels and injection techniques (mesotherapy, biorestructuring, redermalization, biorevitalization, fillers), of course, it is necessary to prepare the skin with peels, and only then attach the injections.
In case of force majeure, I combine in one procedure only peels and the introduction of Profhilo, that is, drugs that do not require anesthesia. Applying an anesthetic cream after peeling is absolutely unacceptable – this can not only completely nullify the result of the procedure, but also cause various complications.
It is possible to combine peels and injections in one procedure, the introduction of which does not require local anesthesia.
If we do biorestructuring, biorevitalization, redermalization over the entire surface of the skin of the face or neck, this necessarily requires the application of an anesthetic cream. In this case, you need to perform the procedures at different times.
Given that pHformula peels are performed once every 14 days, the scheme will be as follows:
- peeling;
- 7 days after peeling – biorestructuring;
- 7 days after biorestructuring – re-peeling.
How to achieve maximum effect with pHformula peels?
The main recommendation here is: if the patient wants to get a stunning result, one must choose one. If it's a pHformula system, you need to use both cleansers, eye cream, homemade moisturizer, and pHformula sunscreen for maximum effect.
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All these drugs are developed according to a very strict scheme – each subsequent product potentiates the action of the previous one. And only with such use the patient will see the maximum effect. If you stop only at the procedures in the clinic, without providing proper home skin care, the results will be noticeable, but to a much lesser extent than when using an integrated approach.
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