Chemical Peels Demystified: Choosing the Right Peel for Your Skin Type

Drawing depicting the layers of the skin, with colored graphics indicating the depth of different chemical peels

Chemical peels aren’t one-size-fits-all. Whether you have normal, oily, dry, aging, or sun-damaged skin, Enhance® Medical Center offers chemical peels tailored to your unique needs in Beverly Hills, CA. Renowned board-certified plastic surgeon Charles S. Lee, MD, is known for combining innovation with the highest standards of care, so you can feel confident about both safety and results. 

Because your skin type plays an important role in determining the right option, understanding how each peel works can help you make the best choice for healthier, smoother skin.

Light Peel

If you have normal, oily, or acne-prone skin, a light peel can help reduce breakouts, minimize enlarged pores, and even out surface discoloration. Using gentle alpha-hydroxy or beta-hydroxy acids, this treatment focuses on exfoliating the outer layer of the skin.

It’s also a good option for dry or sensitive skin, but the specific acid used may vary. For example, alpha-hydroxy acids such as lactic or mandelic acid are very gentle and may be right for someone with dry skin.

A light peel provides a subtle refresh, resulting in a brighter, smoother appearance. Results can build if you schedule regular light peels (generally safe every 2-5 weeks).

Medium Peel

Medium peels penetrate a bit deeper, reaching the upper dermis with agents such as glycolic acid, TCA, or Jessner’s solution. This type of peel may be ideal for normal, oily, aging, sun-damaged, and acne-prone skin.

A medium peel can effectively help blur wrinkles, improve skin tone, reduce age spots, and smooth texture, resulting in a more noticeable effect than a light peel. It can also soften acne scars, making it a versatile choice for patients wanting more noticeable improvement without committing to the longer downtime of a deeper peel.

A medium peel usually requires 7-14 days of healing time.

Deep Peel

For significant signs of aging, such as deep wrinkles, blotchy pigmentation, or dramatically sun-damaged skin, a deep peel could be the right choice.

Using phenol, this peel penetrates the deeper dermis and can provide a dramatic transformation. Since it requires a longer recovery time (14-21 days), it’s typically best suited for those who are ready for a one-time treatment with lasting results.

A careful evaluation of your skin type and a discussion of your concerns help you find the perfect peel to achieve your goals while fitting your lifestyle.

Beyond Peels: Advanced Options for Skin Renewal

Enhance® Medical Center is known for leading-edge skin rejuvenation solutions. One popular example is combination treatments, like pairing radiofrequency microneedling with a regenerative skin booster like Rejuran®. This approach works to boost collagen, refine pores, smooth texture, and create skin that looks firmer, more radiant, and refreshed overall.

Chemical Peel Consultations in Beverly Hills, CA

Ready to find the chemical peel perfect for your skin? At Enhance® Medical Center, serving Beverly Hills and West Hollywood, CA, Dr. Lee tailors your care to your unique skin type and goals. Call us at (310) 271-5954 to book your appointment.

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