Chemical Skin Peels: Rejuvenating Your Skin and Improving Texture

Chemical skin peels are a highly effective method for rejuvenating the skin and improving texture. Chemical skin peels work by exfoliating the outer, damaged layers of skin and revealing the fresh, smooth skin beneath. The experienced providers at Moss Dermatology in Forest Hills, NY, offer chemical skin peels that deliver more radiant looking skin. 

How Chemical Skin Peels Help 

Chemical skin peels are cosmetic dermatology treatments for resurfacing the skin and reducing the signs of aging. The top layers are exfoliated to expose smoother, fresher looking skin underneath. A chemical skin peel can be applied to most areas of the body. The most common treatment areas include the face, hands, neck, and chest. 

Chemical skin peels can help address a diverse range of cosmetic concerns, including:

• Uneven skin tone
• Fine lines and wrinkles
• Dull or blotchy complexion 
• Skin discoloration (e.g., hyperpigmentation)
• Sun damage and age spots
• Rough skin texture 
• Acne scars 

We offer different types of chemical skin peels at our office in Forest Hills, NY. Superficial peels treat only the top layer of skin and are best for addressing minor issues, such as acne, sun damage, or melasma. Medium peels penetrate a bit deeper and target the upper-middle layer of skin. This type of peel helps treat superficial scars, pigment disorders, and irregular skin discoloration. Deep peels penetrate deeper layers of skin and can treat more severe issues, such as deep wrinkles or scars. 

How Chemical Skin Peels Are Performed 

A chemical skin peel is a non-surgical, outpatient procedure performed in our dermatology office. Since the treatment does not involve surgery, no incisions are made and deep anesthesia is not needed. The area being treated is cleaned and then a special solution is carefully applied to the skin. The solution is left on for a certain amount of time to allow it to penetrate and exfoliate the skin. During this time, some clients feel a tingling or stinging sensation while the peel works. 

After the peel has had time to work, the chemical solution is either neutralized or washed off the skin. Depending on the type of peel used, the skin might temporarily appear red, irritated, or swollen. Recovery time also depends on the type of chemical peel. The skin needs a few days to fully recover after a light peel, whereas it could take up to three weeks or more to recover from a deep peel. 

If you want to rejuvenate your skin and improve the texture, a chemical skin peel could be right for you. Schedule an appointment with one of our skilled providers to learn more about chemical skin peels by calling Moss Dermatology in Forest Hills, NY, at (718) 268-3161.