Chemical Peels

Chemical peels are a skin treatment that involves applying a chemical solution to exfoliate the outer layers of skin, revealing smoother, healthier skin underneath. The solution causes the skin to exfoliate and eventually peel off, which can improve skin texture, reduce wrinkles, and treat conditions like acne, pigmentation, and sun damage. There are different types of chemical peels—superficial, medium, and deep—depending on the depth of exfoliation needed.

HOW IT WORKS

Chemical peels use a chemical solution to exfoliate the outer layers of skin, revealing smoother, healthier skin underneath. The strength of the peel determines how deeply it penetrates, helping to treat concerns like wrinkles, acne, and pigmentation.

WHAT TO EXPECT

After a chemical peel, you can expect smoother, more radiant skin. The results improve as the skin heals, with reduced fine lines, acne, or pigmentation over time. For deeper peels, the improvements may be more dramatic, but full results can take a few weeks to appear. Multiple sessions may be needed for optimal results, depending on your skin concerns.

FAQs

How much treatment will I need?

The number of chemical peel treatments you’ll need depends on your skin goals and the type of peel. For mild skin concerns, 1 to 3 sessions may be enough. For more significant issues like deep wrinkles or scarring, 3 to 6 sessions spaced a few weeks apart are often recommended. Maintenance treatments may be needed every few months for lasting results.

Chemical peels can cause some discomfort, especially during medium to deep peels. You may feel a tingling or stinging sensation when the solution is applied. For deeper peels, this can be more intense, but numbing agents are sometimes used to minimize discomfort. Mild redness or irritation afterward is common but generally subsides within a few days.

Downtime after a chemical peel depends on the type of peel used. For superficial peels, there’s minimal downtime, with only mild redness and peeling for a few days. Medium peels may require about 5–7 days of recovery, with more noticeable peeling and redness. Deep peels involve longer downtime, usually 7–14 days, with significant peeling, swelling, and recovery time before the skin fully heals.

The results of a chemical peel can last anywhere from several months to a year, depending on the depth of the peel and your skin type. Superficial peels provide shorter-lasting results, while medium to deep peels offer more long-term improvements. Regular maintenance treatments can help extend the benefits and keep your skin looking fresh.

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