What are Chemical Peels?

Chemical peels offer precise and personalized skin rejuvenation. By causing controlled peeling of the skin’s outermost layers, old, dull cells peel away to reveal firm, radiant skin beneath. Can be used to treat almost all skin conditions ranging from acne to fine lines and pigmentation.  Safe for all skin types and ethnicities including sensitive skin.

What can I expect during a chemical peel?

Before your chemical peel begins, we will cleanse and degrease your skin to prepare it for treatment. We will then apply the peel directly to your skin. Once the peel has been on your skin for the right amount of time, we will remove it and begin infusing your skin with topical products to enhance your results. 

Chemical Peels We Offer At Surface Medspa

cosmelan® Peel: Radiant, Even Skin Tone.

The cosmelan® Peel is an advanced depigmentation solution that gently yet powerfully addresses persistent pigmentation concerns. Achieve dramatically clearer, uniformly toned skin with minimal downtime. Experience a brighter, revitalized complexion that beautifully showcases your skin’s natural radiance.

Best For

  • Hyperpigmentation
  • Melasma
  • Age spots
  • Uneven skin tone

Benefits

  • Targets existing pigmentation and helps prevent future recurrence
  • Controls melanin production within deeper skin layers
  • Effective and safe for all skin types
  • Offers lasting improvement for an even skin tone

Dermamelan® Peel: Enhanced Clarity & Rejuvenation.

Dermamelan® Peel is a medical-grade treatment specifically designed to address deeper and resistant pigmentation. It significantly reduces melasma, age spots, and sun-related discoloration while stimulating collagen production, enhancing skin firmness, and restoring youthful vitality.

Best For

  • Persistent melasma
  • Stubborn pigmentation issues
  • Sun-damaged skin

Benefits

  • Regulates melanin production to prevent future pigmentation
  • Enhances skin brightness, clarity, and uniformity
  • Provides intensive correction for deep discoloration

ZO® 3-Step Peel: Transformative Skin Renewal.

Developed by ZO® Skin Health, this elegant 3-step treatment begins with gentle exfoliation, followed by a deeper peel to renew skin layers. The process concludes with an antioxidant-rich infusion to boost hydration and support skin health, resulting in refreshed and luminous skin.

Best For

  • Fine lines and wrinkles
  • Acne scars
  • Uneven texture and pigmentation

Benefits

  • Deep exfoliation boosts collagen and elastin production, enhancing elasticity
  • Refines texture and promotes even skin tone
  • Includes retinol for powerful skin rejuvenation
  • Addresses acne and reduces future breakouts

Obagi Blue Peel®: Renowned for Skin Refinement.

Harnessing the power of trichloroacetic acid (TCA), the Obagi Blue Peel® gently resurfaces your skin, diminishing imperfections, tightening pores, and smoothing texture irregularities. This iconic treatment leaves your skin visibly younger and refined.

Best For

  • Aging skin
  • Sun damage
  • Fine lines
  • Uneven texture

Benefits

  • Dramatic enhancement of skin tone, texture, and clarity
  • Stimulates collagen for smoother, youthful skin
  • Provides vibrant, refreshed, and even skin tone

Perfect Derma Peel®: Comprehensive Youth & Vitality.

The Perfect Derma Peel® features a unique combination of glutathione, potent antioxidants, and effective exfoliants to address multiple skincare concerns. It visibly reduces fine lines, wrinkles, and enlarged pores, revealing radiant, healthy, youthful skin.

Best For

  • Anti-aging needs
  • Acne-prone skin
  • Melasma
  • Dull, tired complexion

Benefits

  • Significantly brightens and revitalizes skin after just one treatment
  • Improves elasticity and overall skin health
  • Safe for all skin types with minimal downtime

AlumierMD® Peels: Personalized Elegance for Your Skin.

Individually tailored to meet your specific skincare goals, AlumierMD® medical-grade peels gently exfoliate and rejuvenate. Blending advanced skincare science with luxury, these peels leave skin soft, luminous, and deeply refreshed.

Best For

  • All skin types, including sensitive
  • Aging skin concerns
  • Acne management
  • Pigmentation issues

Benefits

  • Gentle yet highly effective exfoliation
  • Suitable for even sensitive skin types
  • Comfortable treatments providing visible, lasting results
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What to Expect After a Chemical Peel

cosmelan® Peel

Following a cosmelan® Peel, mild redness, peeling, and sensitivity may persist for up to two weeks. Initial improvements in skin pigmentation often emerge within the first week, while the most noticeable results develop over four to six weeks. Adherence to the recommended skincare regimen is essential to prolong the benefits and prevent new discoloration.

Dermamelan® Peel

Recovery from a Dermamelan® Peel typically involves moderate peeling and redness lasting between 7 to 14 days. Deeper pigmentation concerns begin to show improvement within the first two weeks, with optimal results appearing over two to three months. Consistent post-treatment care is key to maintaining a luminous, even complexion.

ZO® 3-Step Peel

After undergoing the ZO® 3-Step Peel, expect moderate peeling for approximately 5 to 7 days, accompanied by temporary redness and mild discomfort. Within a week, skin texture will become smoother, fine lines will appear diminished, and overall brightness will improve. Continued use of targeted skincare enhances and sustains these results over time.

The Perfect Derma Peel®

With The Perfect Derma Peel®, peeling, redness, and mild sensitivity can last 5 to 7 days. As the peeling subsides, skin texture refines, pigmentation fades, and fine lines become less visible. Optimal results typically appear within 2 to 4 weeks, revealing a refreshed, youthful glow.

AlumierMD® Peels

AlumierMD® peels generally cause mild redness and peeling for 3 to 7 days, depending on the specific treatment. Over the following weeks, the skin appears softer, more hydrated, and radiant. Routine follow-up treatments and a customized skincare routine are recommended to maintain these improvements.

General Post-Peel Care Guideline

For the best recovery and long-lasting results, gentle cleansing and deep hydration are essential. Protect your skin by avoiding direct sun exposure and applying broad-spectrum SPF daily to safeguard your newly revitalized complexion.

Explore More Skin Rejuvenation Options

Chemical peels are just one of the many ways we help patients achieve smoother, healthier skin. At Surface Med Spa, we offer a range of advanced treatments to support clearer tone, better texture, and long-term skin confidence.

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Chemical Peels FAQ

What do chemical peels treat?

How do I know which type of peel is right for me?

Is there any downtime after a chemical peel?

How many treatments will I need?

Can chemical peels be combined with other treatments?

What can I expect after my peel?

What do chemical peels treat?

Chemical peels are used to improve skin texture, reduce the appearance of fine lines, minimize sun damage, lighten hyperpigmentation, and treat acne and acne scars.

How do I know which type of peel is right for me?

Your provider will evaluate your skin during a consultation and recommend a peel based on your skin type, tone, and goals. Options range from light glycolic acid peels to deeper TCA or Jessner's peels.

Is there any downtime after a chemical peel?

Downtime varies by peel strength. Light peels may involve minor flaking, while deeper peels can require several days of peeling and redness. Your provider will give post-treatment instructions based on your peel level.

How many treatments will I need?

Most patients see best results with a series of 3 to 6 treatments, spaced a few weeks apart. Maintenance peels can be done every few months to keep your skin looking refreshed and radiant.

Can chemical peels be combined with other treatments?

Yes, chemical peels pair well with microneedling, BOTOX®, or dermal fillers for comprehensive rejuvenation. Your provider will customize a treatment plan to meet your specific goals.

What can I expect after my peel?

You may experience some redness, flaking, or tightness as your skin renews itself. Be sure to avoid sun exposure and use gentle skincare as directed to maximize results and protect your new skin.

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