Chemical Peel in West Hollywood
Fresh, clear skin underneath.
A chemical peel lifts away dull, damaged surface skin to even out tone, texture and dark spots. Light peels need only a few days to recover.
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- Light, medium and deep peels
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- 30 to 60
- Minutes per peel visit
- 1 to 3
- Days of flaking after a light peel
- 4 to 6
- Light peels in a typical series
- 2 to 3
- Months for the full benefits
Ranges Dr Refresh publishes for chemical peels. Your provider matches the peel to your skin. Individual results vary.
What a chemical peel treats.
- Hyperpigmentation and sun damage
- The peel lifts away pigmented surface cells to fade age spots, sun damage and melasma over a series.
- Acne
- Salicylic acid peels reach into pores to dissolve oil and dead skin cells, which helps calm breakouts.
- Acne scars
- Medium-depth peels smooth the look of acne scars and the marks breakouts leave behind.
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Removing dead skin and prompting new collagen softens fine lines. Deeper lines may need a medium peel.
- Rough texture and enlarged pores
- Faster cell turnover leaves skin smoother, with pores that look smaller.
- Uneven skin tone
- Each light peel brightens dull, patchy skin for a more even, clear complexion.
What is a chemical peel?
A chemical peel is a skin treatment that applies a solution of exfoliating acids to the face. The acids remove the damaged outer layers in a controlled way, and fresher skin with better tone, texture and clarity shows through as they shed. Light peels use glycolic or lactic acid, medium-depth peels use TCA, and deeper peels are kept for more significant concerns. Chemical peels treat dark spots, sun damage, acne, acne scars, fine lines and rough texture.
A visit takes 30 minutes to an hour. Your provider cleanses the skin, brushes on the solution, times it to your skin, then neutralizes it and applies a soothing balm. Light peels cause a mild tingle and one to three days of flaking. Medium peels sting a little more and peel for three to seven days. At Dr Refresh in West Hollywood, your provider picks the peel depth and prices your plan at a free consultation.
Why people choose a chemical peel.
Applied and timed by your provider
The chemical peel is brushed on evenly, timed to your skin, then neutralized. Most people feel a mild tingle.
Fresh, even skin underneath
As the top layer sheds, smoother and brighter skin shows through, within days of a light peel.
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Chemical peel vs microneedling vs HydraFacial.
| Chemical peelAcid resurfacing | MicroneedlingCollagen building | HydraFacialSuction and serums | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Dark spots, sun damage, acne, texture | Scars, pores, fine lines | Congestion, dullness, dehydration |
| Works on | Surface layers | Deeper collagen | Pores and surface |
| Downtime | 1 to 7 days of flaking | 24 to 72 hours of redness | None |
| Surface pigment | Included | Ask at consultation | Ask at consultation |
| Free consultation | Included | Included | Included |
| Book now | Ask about Microneedling | Ask about HydraFacial |
A chemical peel is often the better pick for surface pigment. Microneedling may do more for scarring. A HydraFacial gives a glow with no downtime. Your provider will tell you which fits your skin.
Chemical peel recovery and results.
The visit
Your peel takes 30 minutes to an hour: cleanse, apply, time, neutralize, soothe.
Days 1 to 3
After a light peel, expect slight redness and flaking. Skin looks refreshed within a few days.
Week 1
Medium peels redden and peel for three to seven days. Results show at about one week.
Months 2 to 3
Full benefits develop. Light peels repeat every two to four weeks in a series of four to six.
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Chemical peel questions, answered.
What is a chemical peel and how does it work?
The peel applies a solution of exfoliating acids to the skin, which removes damaged outer layers in a controlled way. Fresher skin with better tone, texture and clarity is revealed underneath.
How much does a chemical peel cost in West Hollywood?
Pricing at Dr Refresh depends on the peel type your provider recommends and how many sessions you need. It is set at a free consultation, so you see the full plan and total before you start.
What types of chemical peels do you offer?
We offer light peels with glycolic or lactic acid, medium-depth peels with TCA, and deeper peels for significant concerns. Light peels have minimal downtime, while deeper peels do more per session.
What is the downtime after a chemical peel?
It depends on depth. Light peels bring slight redness and flaking for one to three days. Medium peels mean three to seven days of redness and peeling. Deep peels take one to two weeks or longer.
How many sessions will I need?
Light peels usually run four to six treatments, two to four weeks apart. Medium peels take one to three sessions. The plan depends on your concerns, the peel depth and your goals.
Does a peel hurt?
Light peels cause a mild tingling. Medium peels can sting more noticeably, but it fades within minutes. We use cooling techniques to keep you comfortable.
When will I see results from a chemical peel?
After a light peel, skin looks refreshed within a few days. Medium peel results show after about one week. Full benefits develop over two to three months.
How long do results last?
Light peel results last several weeks to a month. Medium and deep peels can last several months to a year with good skincare and daily sun protection.
Who is a good candidate?
Most adults with healthy skin who want better tone, texture or clarity. Lighter peels are safe for nearly all skin types. Fair to medium skin tones respond best to medium and deep peels.
Can a peel help with acne and hyperpigmentation?
Yes. Salicylic acid peels are a good fit, because they reach into pores to dissolve oil and dead skin cells. A series can reduce breakouts and fade the dark marks acne leaves behind. Peels also fade hyperpigmentation, like sun spots and uneven tone, over a series.
How do chemical peels compare to microneedling?
Peels mainly exfoliate damaged surface layers, while microneedling prompts deeper collagen production. Peels are often better for surface pigment, and microneedling may be better for scarring.
How do I prepare, and what is the aftercare?
Stop retinoids, AHAs, BHAs and other exfoliants five to seven days before, and skip waxing, laser and long sun exposure for two weeks. Afterward, keep skin moisturized, wear SPF 30 or higher every day, do not pick peeling skin, and avoid retinoids, active acids, heavy exercise and saunas until healed.
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Important safety information
Chemical peels are performed by trained providers overseen by Dr. Fisher, MD, our Medical Director. Temporary redness, peeling, flaking, dryness and mild sensitivity are expected. Deeper peels carry a slightly higher risk of temporary pigment changes, especially in darker skin tones.
Peels should never be done at home, where they can damage or scar skin. Tell your provider about sunburn, recent waxing or laser, and any skin conditions or medications. Your provider decides suitability at consultation. Results vary and no outcome is guaranteed. This page is not medical advice.
