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Chemical Peels in Anti-Age Therapy

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Bagdasarian Goar Karenovna 1 ,
4 Beauty Salon Alexander Lvovich Volchenkov, Sole Proprietor Moscow, Russia

Abstract

Against the backdrop of the dynamic expansion of the aesthetic medicine segment, chemical peels retain their status as a fundamental tool in anti-aging therapy. The aim of this study is to systematically summarize the scientific literature, assessing the clinical efficacy, mechanisms of action, and safety profile of chemical peels, with an emphasis on their combination with mesotherapy for the correction of age-associated skin changes. A systematic review and comparative analysis of peer-reviewed clinical studies, meta-analyses, and industry reports indexed in Scopus, Web of Science, and PubMed over recent years was conducted. The results confirm the significant efficacy of alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) and trichloroacetic acid (TCA) monotherapy in smoothing skin texture, reducing the appearance of wrinkles, and correcting discolorations. A key finding is the demonstrated synergy between peels and mesotherapy: clinical trials have documented a statistically significant superiority of the combined protocols compared to monotherapy in terms of skin hydration, elasticity, and overall skin quality. The comprehensive effect achieved by combining chemical peels and mesotherapy encompasses both epidermal and dermal structures, providing a more pronounced and lasting clinical effect. These data support the hypothesis and highlight the high practical significance of this approach. The presented materials are intended for dermatologists, cosmetologists, and aesthetic medicine specialists focused on optimizing anti-aging protocols.

Keywords

chemical peeling, anti-age therapy, photoaging, skin rejuvenation, trichloroacetic acid, glycolic acid, combination therapy, mesotherapy, neocollagenesis, dermatocosmetology

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