A chemical peel can help reduce some of the more common signs of aging, fade the look of dark spots and address lines and wrinkles. However, what works for one patient may not produce desired results for another. For this reason, always work with a dermatologist or skin care specialist who values personalized chemical peel treatment to customize your experience and results.

For more than 30 years, Berman Skin Institute has delivered world-class dermatological care to our patients seeking treatments, including chemical peels. To begin, book a consultation at any of our Northern California locations.

How Chemical Peels Can Turn Back the Clock

Chemical peels rely on naturally derived peeling agents such as alpha-hydroxy glycolic acid and beta-hydroxy salicylic acid to remove layers of dead skin cells and lift debris from the pores. Throughout the process, the older, damaged skin layers disappear, revealing smoother, younger-looking skin.

Since all patients require unique chemical peel levels to achieve their desired results, the chemical substances used during the process will vary from light or medium to deep. At Berman Skin Institute, our team does not take a one-size-fits-all approach to chemical peels. Instead, we evaluate your concerns and adjust your chemical peel to maximize its rejuvenation effects.

What Types of Skin Issues Can Chemical Peels Address?

The exfoliation and stimulation process of a chemical peel can promote healing and restoration of the skin. This can help promote a visible reduction in unwanted skin issues such as:

• Brown age spots
• Acne and acne scars
• Sun damage
• Fine lines
• Wrinkles
• Discoloration
• Melasma, or mask of pregnancy
• Enlarged pores

Even if you simply want to improve the tone, contours and quality of your skin, a chemical peel may be the right solution. Talk to one of our skin care specialists to find out if you are a candidate for a chemical peel or another transformative cosmetic procedure.

What to Expect When Getting a Chemical Peel

Treatment with chemical peels requires no downtime, and side effects such as in-process skin tingling tend to be temporary. Some patients may experience some skin irritation or redness during and after a chemical peel. Any responses will be monitored throughout the chemical peel procedure.

Recovery is fast, and most patients can go back to their work or normal routine after undergoing a chemical peel treatment. That said, stronger chemical peel agents may affect some patients more than others. All patients should avoid exposure to sunlight and stop using retinoic acid-based products in the days before and after treatment.

Chemical Peel FAQs

What determines which kind of chemical peel a patient needs?

Our physicians, aestheticians and physician assistants always take multiple factors into consideration when recommending the right type of chemical peel for a patient. Some of these factors include skin type, acid concentration, application time, neutralizing agent for the final rinse and the pH and class of the chemical agent.

Is a chemical peel a safe treatment?

Chemical peels typically produce reliable and safe results. However, any treatment can carry risks. We’ll discuss any concerns you may have prior to the chemical peel.  

Who can get a chemical peel?

Most healthy adults with minor skin concerns are candidates for chemical peels.

Bring out the Beauty of Your Skin

Uncovering your most youthful skin can begin with a consultation at Berman Skin Institute. Schedule a time to meet with a skin specialist.