For patients whom never had the treatment before, Chemical Peels is a cosmetic procedure to achieve smoother and younger looking skin. It has been commonly used throughout the world most notably in ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome. Chemical Peels are popular for being quick and having great results.

Chemical Peels contains acid solution which easily removes dead skin cells that become glued to the surface of the skin, revealing the fresh newer skin underneath.

The procedure is so effective it has been used to treat facial blemishes, acne scarring, wrinkles, uneven pigmentation, and fine lines around eyes, freckles, and melasma. Chemical peels can be performed on your entire face, specific areas of your face and also on the neck, chest, hands, legs or arms. There are various types of acids involved in the peeling which may include alpha hydroxy acids, beta hydroxy acid, or salicylic acid, lactic acids and retinol acids.

Types of Chemical Peel Strength

Light Chemical Peels

 This procedure is also known as a Glycolic Acid Peel. It lightly peels the skin and gives you a bright and smooth look, since the recovery time is very short it can be done during your lunch break from work, in fact it has earned the name “lunch hour” Peels. The procedure can be done multiple times to achieve optimal results.

Medium Chemical Peels

Medium Peels contains TCA (Tichloracetic Acid) that is best used for patients who have moderate sun damage, fine lines and weathered skin. For the best results this procedure is performed several times in a span of weeks or months. This chemical solution is left on the skin for an appropriate amount of time. The physician then washes it away with water and applies a soothing ointment. Medium chemical peels are usually prescribed in multiple treatments, with one treatment every 2 to 3 months apart. 

Deep Chemical Peels

Phenol Peel is the strongest form of all three types of Chemical Peels. This Peel is highly recommended for severely sun damage skin, acne scars and deep wrinkles. It has the most dramatic rejuvenation effect. This one-time procedure can last up to years.

Benefits of Chemical Peels

• Will make uneven skin tones more uniform
• Can brighten and lighten the color of your skin
• Refine wrinkle lines
• Improve skin tightness and makes firmer
• Reduces visible pores

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