Medical-Grade Chemical Peels
Controlled exfoliation using professional-strength acids to reveal brighter, smoother, more even skin
Gabriel can help you find the right clinic and decide if this is a fit before you book.
During the visit
Skin assessment to determine appropriate peel type and strength
Skin is cleansed and degreased; no numbing needed for most peels
Peel solution applied in layers — you'll feel tingling to mild stinging
Application takes 5-15 minutes; some peels self-neutralize, others are timed
Duration
30-45 min
Starting at
$150
Practitioner access
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Category
Medical Aesthetics
About this treatment
What this treatment is designed to do
Medical-grade chemical peels use controlled application of professional-strength acids to remove damaged outer layers of skin, revealing fresher, smoother, more evenly toned skin beneath. Unlike over-the-counter peels, medical peels penetrate deeper and use higher concentrations of active ingredients for dramatically better results.
Peels are categorized by depth: superficial peels (glycolic, lactic, salicylic acid) address surface-level dullness and mild acne; medium peels (TCA, Jessner's) treat sun damage, hyperpigmentation, and moderate wrinkles; and deep peels (phenol, high-concentration TCA) address severe sun damage and deeper wrinkles. The ViPeel is particularly popular — a medium-depth combination peel that's effective on all skin tones with minimal downtime.
Chemical peels work by triggering controlled inflammation that stimulates new cell turnover, collagen production, and skin remodeling. They're one of the most cost-effective professional skin treatments available and can be customized for virtually any skin type and concern.
Visit flow
What happens during the session
Skin assessment to determine appropriate peel type and strength
Skin is cleansed and degreased; no numbing needed for most peels
Peel solution applied in layers — you'll feel tingling to mild stinging
Application takes 5-15 minutes; some peels self-neutralize, others are timed
Peeling begins 2-4 days post-treatment and lasts 3-7 days depending on depth
Results reveal smoother, brighter skin; series of 3-6 peels recommended for best results
Best for
Why people usually choose this
Dull, uneven skin tone needing a reset
Hyperpigmentation and melasma (specific peels for darker skin tones)
Active acne and post-acne marks
Fine lines and early signs of aging
Key outcomes
What people hope to improve
Dramatically improves skin tone, texture, and clarity
Reduces hyperpigmentation, sun spots, and melasma
Treats acne and reduces acne scarring
Stimulates collagen production for anti-aging benefits
Gabriel intelligence
How Gabriel makes this treatment more actionable
Treatment fit
Root-cause context before you book
Gabriel can help decide whether medical-grade chemical peels fits your symptoms, labs, and recovery goals before you spend money on a session.
Protocol pairing
Connect sessions to a real plan
Gabriel can pair this with diagnostics, supplements, peptides, and follow-up cadence so it fits into a real protocol instead of sitting in isolation.
Practitioner match
Find the right clinic, not just the nearest one
Gabriel uses trust, treatment fit, and modality overlap to surface practitioners who are more likely to be a strong match for this exact treatment path.
Evidence & safety
What to know before committing
Strong evidence — chemical peels are one of the most well-studied dermatological procedures. Very safe when selected appropriately for skin type. Risks include temporary redness, peeling (expected), and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation if aftercare instructions aren't followed. Sun protection is critical post-peel.
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