Using a fine-pointed instrument like a wooden pick, our dermatologist deposits the acid exclusively onto the scarred tissue. This targeted approach ensures the powerful chemical agent works only where it is needed, leaving the surrounding healthy skin completely untouched.
Why Choose Cross TCA Peel Treatment
When it comes to treating deep, pitted acne scars, a general approach is often not enough. You need a treatment that is as deep and precise as the scars themselves. The CROSS TCA Peel is a specialist technique, chosen for very specific and powerful reasons, especially when other treatments like creams or standard peels haven’t delivered the desired results.
Here’s why CROSS TCA is the definitive choice for the right candidate in Mumbai:
1. Unparalleled Precision for Deep Scars This is the primary reason. CROSS TCA is a “spot-on” treatment. Instead of applying a chemical to the entire face, the high-strength acid is meticulously applied only to the scarred tissue at the base of the pit. This laser-like focus ensures maximum impact on the scar with minimal trauma to the surrounding healthy skin, which is crucial for safety and effective healing.
2. It’s Specifically Designed for Depth Superficial treatments simply cannot reach the bottom of a deep ice pick or narrow boxcar scar. The CROSS technique is uniquely designed to penetrate to the very base of these pits. It effectively breaks down the old, tough scar tissue and stimulates new collagen production right where it’s needed most—at the foundation. It’s about rebuilding the scar from the bottom up, not just polishing the surface.
3. It Creates Permanent Structural Improvement CROSS TCA is not a temporary filler or a surface-level fix. The goal is the permanent reconstruction of the damaged skin. By stimulating a powerful, localized collagen-building response, the floor of the scar is physically raised. This improvement in your skin’s structure is lasting.
4. It is a Highly Efficient Use of Powerful Treatment For a person whose main concern is a number of deep pits rather than overall skin texture, treating the entire face repeatedly can be inefficient. CROSS TCA allows our dermatologist to focus all the treatment’s power specifically on the problem areas. This makes it a highly efficient and targeted component of any comprehensive scar revision plan.
5. It Can Be the Perfect Foundational First Step Often, the best overall scar revision results come from a multi-modal approach. CROSS TCA is an excellent first step to “lift” the deepest, most difficult scars. Once the pits are made shallower with CROSS, other treatments like Microneedling (MNRF) or Laser Resurfacing can then be used more effectively to blend the overall skin texture for a seamless and uniform final result.
A Note on Suitability: It is crucial to understand that CROSS TCA is a powerful medical procedure reserved for specific types of indented scars. An expert consultation with our dermatologist is the mandatory first step to properly assess your scars and determine if you are a suitable candidate for this advanced technique.
Benefits of Cross TCA Peel Treatment
Dramatically Improves Deep, Pitted Scars
This is the primary purpose and greatest benefit of the CROSS technique. It is one of the most effective treatments in the world for significantly reducing the depth of ice pick scars and narrow boxcar scars. These types of scars are notoriously difficult to treat with surface-level peels or creams, and CROSS is specifically designed to target them at their base.
Provides Permanent Structural Correction
CROSS TCA is not a temporary filler or a surface illusion. The treatment stimulates your body to produce its own new, healthy collagen at the base of the scar, physically raising the depressed area from within. This skin remodeling creates a permanent structural improvement in the skin's architecture.
Highly Precise Application Protects Healthy Skin
A major benefit of the CROSS method is its precision. By meticulously applying the high-strength acid only to the scar tissue, we avoid causing chemical trauma to the surrounding healthy skin. This targeted approach maximizes the corrective action on the scar while ensuring the safety of the rest of your face.
Results in Smoother Overall Skin Texture
By raising the deep pits and indentations that cause a "pockmarked" appearance, the overall texture of your skin becomes visibly smoother and more uniform. This makes the skin look healthier and can also improve the way makeup applies to the skin's surface.
Enables Comprehensive Scar Revision
For individuals with several different types of acne scars, CROSS TCA serves as an essential foundational treatment. By first lifting the deepest scars with this technique, it creates a more even "canvas." This allows other treatments like Microneedling (MNRF) or Fractional Lasers to then work more effectively on the overall texture and tone, leading to a complete and synergistic final result.
Results
FAQ
Is the CROSS TCA Peel painful?
The application of the acid causes a brief (less than a minute) but intense stinging sensation. However, because the procedure is so quick, no topical anaesthesia is typically required. The discomfort subsides almost immediately after application.
What is the social downtime?
The main downtime is the 5 to 7 days when you will have small, visible dark scabs on the treated areas of your face. While you can perform most daily activities, you may not be socially comfortable during this specific period.
How many sessions will I need?
CROSS TCA provides gradual improvement. To achieve significant levelling of deep scars, a course of 3 to 6 sessions is typically required, with each session spaced at least 6-8 weeks apart to allow for complete healing and collagen remodeling.
Is CROSS TCA safe for Indian skin?
When performed by an expert dermatologist, CROSS TCA can be used cautiously and effectively on Indian skin. However, due to the strength of the acid, there is a notable risk of Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH), or skin darkening, at the treatment site. Strict adherence to our prescribed pre-care and post-care routine, especially sun avoidance, is mandatory to minimize this risk.