title: Croton oil peels.
abstract: This author discusses the utility and versatility of the modern croton oil peel, which, unlike older formulations, may be used for all ages and skin types for effective and long-lasting skin resurfacing. He provides the rationale for various croton oil concentrations, focusing on avoiding complications while achieving a desirable clinical result and includes a comprehensive guide to application, appropriate formulas, and the perioperative process. Of significance is that this is a procedure with a distinct learning curve; the goal for the experienced practitioner is to control the application process, proceeding slowly enough to be able to stop at the appropriate depth.
authors.affiliation: Private practice in Trumbull, CT, USA.
authors.forename: Richard H
authors.initials: RH
authors.lastname: Bensimon
mesh_terms: D002615:Chemexfoliation / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods*; D003436:Croton Oil / Q000008:administration & dosage* / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003879:Dermatologic Agents / Q000008:administration & dosage* / Q000627:therapeutic use; D004334:Drug Administration Schedule; D004339:Drug Compounding / Q000379:methods; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D019990:Perioperative Care / Q000379:methods; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000517:prevention & control*; D019233:Retreatment / Q000379:methods; D012307:Risk Factors; D015595:Skin Aging / Q000187:drug effects*; D014945:Wound Healing
chemical_list: D003879:Dermatologic Agents; D003436:Croton Oil