Unoccluded Baker-Gordon phenol peels--review and update.
Phenol is used to induce peeling of certain superficial skin lesions, for improving eyelid rhytides, and for total facial rejuvenation. Contraindications and complications of the phenol chemical peel are examined. Phenol solution formula and mechanism of action are described along with techniques for sedation, cleansing, application, and postoperative care.
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Cosmetic Surgery Center of Connecticut, P.C., Westport 06880.
D000287:Administration, Topical; D002615:Chemexfoliation / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods*; D004954:Esthetics; D006801:Humans; D019800:Phenol; D010636:Phenols / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D012879:Skin Physiological Phenomena
D010636:Phenols; D019800:Phenol