Chemical peels are a professional skin resurfacing treatment that removes damaged outer layers of the skin to reveal a smoother, more radiant complexion. They help reduce fine lines, acne scars, pigmentation, and sun damage while promoting collagen production and healthy skin renewal. Treatments are customized to each patient’s skin type and goals, delivering safe, effective, and long-lasting results with minimal downtime.
Chemical Peels exfoliate the skin using a chemical solution of varying strengths to improve texture, tone, and signs of aging. They remove the outermost layers of the skin to reveal new, smooth, more-youthful skin underneath. Peels can reduce acne, scarring, wrinkles, and various forms of skin discoloration.
Treatments are entirely customizable, with three distinct depths (light-deep) to cater to each patient’s cosmetic goals and concerns. Chemical Peels are an excellent option for those looking to rejuvenate their appearance without surgical intervention or significant downtime.
Chemical Peels involve applying a chemical solution to the skin, which removes and exfoliates the top layers, resulting in improved skin appearance. Patients can choose from three different types of Chemical Peels, based on their goals. The number of sessions necessary for optimal results varies depending on the selected peel.
This superficial chemical peel removes the outermost layer of skin to improve acne, fine wrinkles, and uneven skin pigmentation. Results initially last 1-2 months and up to 6 months with consistent treatment.
This chemical peel removes the outermost skin layers and the middle layer’s upper portion. Ideal for reducing acne scars, deeper wrinkles, and uneven skin tones. Results can last 2-4 months at the beginning and up to 6 months after repeated treatments.
The deep chemical peel yields the most drastic results, penetrating deeper skin cells and improving the appearance of deeper wrinkles, scars, freckles, and age spots. A single treatment can produce results that endure for up to ten years.
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At Spa26, we offer three specific peel treatments:
This medium complexion peel clears breakouts and discoloration associated with acne. The peel formula features skin-clearing boosters of benzoyl peroxide, kojic acid, and hydrocortisone.
A transformative medium peel that combats the signs of aging and discoloration, including melasma. Boosters of hydroquinone and kojic acid produce a more even skin tone. Patients may combine the Purity Peel and the Pure Peel Plus with dermal fillers and neuromodulators to enhance results.
The PowerPeel is considered the grand slam of all medical-grade peels and does not require any anesthesia. It prevents and eliminates discoloration, such as post-inflammatory pigmentation, freckles, age spots, and melasma.
Chemical Peels diminish the signs of aging and minor imperfections by removing damaged layers of skin to reveal a smoother, glowing appearance. Peels are highly customizable to serve each patient’s specific skin concerns. Light and medium peels are long-lasting and make a great addition to any skincare routine. One deep peel treatment delivers indefinite results.
The duration of results depends upon peel strength (light-deep):
The cost of chemical peels treatment varies depending on peel selection and the treatment area(s). Light peels are less expensive than deeper peels but require more sessions to yield optimal results. Consult with an experienced practitioner to determine which peel is best for you.
Melasma and hyperpigmentation can be stubborn because the pigment often sits deeper than patients expect. A good chemical peel helps by loosening damaged outer layers, speeding up cell turnover, and encouraging clearer skin to move up to the surface. For patients dealing with uneven skin tone, dark spots, post-inflammatory marks, or sun damage, chemical peel treatments can be a useful part of a broader pigment plan.
That said, not every peel is right for every case of melasma. Heat, irritation, and the wrong formula can make pigment rebound, especially in patients with darker skin tones or skin that reacts easily. This is why treatment selection matters. At Spa26 in Beverly Hills, we look at your skin type, the depth of the discoloration, your history with sun exposure, and whether your pigment tends to flare with hormones, inflammation, or aggressive skincare. In many cases, medical-grade chemical peels with ingredients like kojic acid, hydroquinone, lactic acid, or trichloroacetic acid are chosen based on how much correction the skin can tolerate.
Patients often ask whether one peel is enough. Sometimes you will see a brighter, more even tone after one session, but melasma usually responds best to a series of treatments plus strict sun protection and smart maintenance at home. Pigment is one of those skin concerns that likes to come back when people get casual with SPF. The goal is not to push the skin into irritation. The goal is steadier correction, healthier skin, and a more even tone that holds.
For acne-prone skin, a peel can do two useful things at once. It helps clear congestion in the outermost layer of the skin, and it improves the post-acne marks and rough texture that breakouts tend to leave behind. That is why chemical peels Beverly Hills patients choose for acne often focus on both active blemishes and the skin damage left after the breakout is gone.
Superficial and medium peels can help treat acne, reduce excess oil, and clear out dead skin cells that trap debris inside the pores. Ingredients like salicylic acid, glycolic acid, and other alpha hydroxy acids or beta hydroxy acids are often used for this reason. For patients with acne prone skin, those acids can improve skin texture, reduce blackheads, and calm the cycle of clogged pores that keeps inflammation going. If acne scars are also part of the picture, medium peels may help soften post-inflammatory marks and improve mild textural irregularities over time.
Acne scars are a separate conversation from active acne. A peel can brighten discoloration and smooth some uneven texture, but deeper pitted scars may need a different plan or a combination approach. In some cases, we pair peels with treatments like Microneedling or HALO Fractionated Resurfacing, depending on the scar pattern and how much downtime makes sense for the patient. The key is choosing a treatment that matches the type of scar. Brown marks, red marks, rough texture, and true indentations do not all respond the same way.
These treatments all improve the skin, but they do it in different ways. A chemical peel works by applying a chemical solution to exfoliate damaged skin cells and remove the dull outer layers. That makes it a strong option for uneven skin tone, rough texture, acne, enlarged pores, and mild pigment issues. It is often one of the easiest ways to reset the surface of the skin when it looks congested, tired, or blotchy.
Microneedling works differently. Instead of exfoliating with acids, it creates controlled micro-injuries in the skin to stimulate collagen production. That makes it a good choice for texture, early acne scars, fine lines, and skin that needs more support from within. Patients who want help with crepey texture or mild laxity often do well with microneedling because it can trigger collagen without removing as much of the surface. If the concern is more about tone and pigment than firmness, a peel may be the better first step.
Laser treatments such as HALO Fractionated Resurfacing can penetrate deeper and are often chosen when the skin needs a more intensive resurfacing treatment. Lasers can address sun damage, deeper wrinkles, stubborn discoloration, and more advanced textural concerns. They also tend to involve more downtime and more planning. The right choice comes down to your skin type, your tolerance for recovery, and what you are trying to fix. Some patients need exfoliation. Some need collagen. Some need both. That is where a consultation helps narrow it down.
Preparation has a direct effect on how evenly a peel works and how well the skin heals after treatment. Patients usually do best when the skin is calm going in. Too much recent sun exposure, exfoliation, waxing, or strong active skincare can leave the barrier irritated before the peel even starts. When that happens, the skin is more likely to sting harder, peel unevenly, or develop lingering redness.
Depending on the peel and your skin concerns, your provider may ask you to stop retinoids, acne medications, or other exfoliating products for several days before treatment. Some patients may also be placed on a pigment-prep routine, especially if they are treating melasma, post-inflammatory marks, or have a history of hyperpigmentation. This is common with medical-grade peel plans because prep can reduce the risk of irritation and help the skin respond more evenly.
It also helps to think about timing. If you have a wedding, trip, major event, or a week packed with sun and outdoor plans in Beverly Hills, that may not be the best window for a peel. Even light peels can leave the skin dry, flaky, or pink for a few days. Medium chemical peels and deep chemical peels require more planning. The skin heals best when you can protect it, hydrate it, and give it a little space.
Improve your skin texture and reduce signs of aging with Chemical Peels!
A chemical peel treatment is relatively simple and takes place in-office. Preparation and aftercare may differ slightly depending on the strength of the peel. Before treatment, your provider will clean the area and provide proper eye protection to ensure optimal safety and effectiveness.
There are a few conditions the practitioner may request the patient follow before the procedure to aid with the healing process and reduce side effects.
Chemical Peels combat skin afflictions such as dry or scaly skin, uneven texture and tone, wrinkles, and discoloration on multiple body areas, including:
Improve your skin texture and reduce signs of aging with Chemical Peels!
What you do after a peel matters almost as much as the peel itself. Freshly treated skin is more vulnerable to irritation, heat, and UV exposure while the peeling process is underway. The goal of post treatment care is simple: keep the skin clean, supported, and protected while the new skin comes in.
For the first several days, stick with a gentle cleanser, a plain moisturizer, and diligent SPF. This is not the time for scrubs, acids, retinoids, or aggressive actives, even if you use them all the time. Let the skin finish shedding on its own. Picking at flaking skin can interrupt healing, increase inflammation, and leave behind post-inflammatory marks that take longer to fade than the original issue. Patients sometimes think they are helping when they start rubbing off loose skin. They are not.
Once the skin has settled, your provider may guide you back into a maintenance routine that supports skin health, pigment control, and collagen production. That may include vitamin C, pigment inhibitors, barrier-supporting moisturizers, or a retinoid if your skin tolerates it. The right skincare after a peel helps protect your results, maintain a more radiant complexion, and keep rough texture, uneven tone, and breakouts from creeping back in.
A chemical peel may benefit those looking to rejuvenate the skin and reduce abnormal pigmentation, acne, fine lines, and wrinkles. Deep Chemical Peels may be a good fit if you would like to address extensive sun damage or certain precancerous growths. The value of a consultation with a healthcare provider is essential to establish expectations.
You may not be a good candidate if you:
Chemical Peels and microdermabrasion can work well together to enhance your treatment results.
Chemical Peel | Diamond Glow Microdermabrasion | |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanism of action: | Exfoliates with a chemical solution | Exfoliates and extracts with a diamond tip wand |
| Duration of Results: | Light- 4 weeks, Medium- 6-12 months, Deep- 10 years | 4-6 weeks |
| Recovery Time: | 2 weeks | 1 day |
| Optimal Results in: | Up to 2 weeks | Instantly |
| Duration of Procedure: | 30-90 minutes | 30-45 minutes |
| Stimulates Collagen Production: | Yes | Yes |
Chemical Peels can have some inherent risks. Deep Chemical Peels may induce more side effects than a medium or light peel.
Improve your skin texture and reduce signs of aging with Chemical Peels!
A chemical peel exfoliates and improves the texture and uniformity of your skin tone and fights fine lines and acne. This procedure treats a range of skin afflictions and reveals glowing, healed skin underneath.
A light chemical peel can last 1-2 months, while the medium peel lasts up to 2-4 months. A deep peel can last up to 10 years, especially if the client takes care to protect their skin from sun damage.
Improvement in skin texture and tone are noticeable after one treatment. It takes about two weeks for the skin to heal completely after a deep peel, whereas it will take approximately five days for a medium peel to heal.
Side effects can include irritation, redness, skin pigmentation, and scarring. The more severe side effects include infection, heart, liver, and kidney damage.
A chemical peel can combat skin imperfections, including fine lines, wrinkles, discoloration, acne, and scarring. It is an effective tool to rid the face of blackheads and other forms of acne.
Yes, but the timeline depends on which peel you receive. You can wear makeup as soon as the next day with a light peel, while medium peels require a clean face for five days during the healing process. Wait two weeks before applying makeup after a deep peel.
It is best to avoid direct sun after a peel. Freshly treated skin is more prone to irritation and abnormal pigmentation, especially if you are treating melasma or hyperpigmentation. Daily SPF and sun protection are important if you want your results to hold.
It can be, but peel selection matters. Patients with darker skin tones may be more prone to post-inflammatory pigmentation if the peel is too aggressive. A consultation helps determine which formula and strength make sense for your skin type.
Picking can slow healing, increase redness, and raise the risk of scarring or pigment changes. Let the skin shed on its own and follow the post-treatment instructions you were given.
Many patients prefer fall or winter because it is easier to avoid heavy sun exposure, but chemical peels in Beverly Hills can be done year-round if you are disciplined about SPF, hats, and avoiding direct sun while healing.
