What is Chemical Peel?
Medical-grade chemical peels use carefully selected acid formulations to speed up your skin’s natural cellular renewal process, removing the outer layers of dead and damaged skin cells and stimulating the production of new, healthier skin underneath. At Skinology Laser, we offer a range of peel depths and formulations customised to each patient’s concern — from gentle brightening peels for dull skin and mild pigmentation, to more intensive resurfacing peels for melasma, acne scarring, and significant sun damage. Peel selection is always guided by a thorough skin tone and sensitivity assessment.
Treats These Concerns
How It Works
Chemical peels work by applying an acid solution — commonly glycolic, salicylic, lactic, TCA, or mandelic acid, individually or in combination — to the skin’s surface, causing controlled exfoliation of the outer skin layers. Superficial peels remove only the epidermis; medium-depth peels reach the upper dermis; deep peels penetrate into the mid-dermis. As the skin heals, new cells migrate to the surface, creating a fresher, more even, more luminous complexion. The right peel depth and acid type depends entirely on your skin concern, tone, and sensitivity.
Benefits
- Accelerated cellular turnover for fresher, more luminous skin
- Reduced melasma pigmentation and post-inflammatory dark marks
- Improved sun damage, age spots, and uneven skin tone
- Reduced acne and congestion, particularly with salicylic-based peels
- Smoother skin texture and reduced fine lines
- Enhanced efficacy of post-peel skincare products through improved penetration
Who Is a Good Candidate?
Chemical peels suit patients with dull skin, melasma, pigmentation, mild-to-moderate acne, sun damage, or textural concerns. Peel selection depends significantly on skin tone — deeper skin tones require gentler formulations to minimise the risk of dark marks after treatment. This is assessed at every consultation.
Results — What to Expect
Superficial and medium peels typically show results within 5–10 days as the skin completes its renewal cycle. Improvement continues with each session in a series. Most brightening and pigmentation protocols involve 4–6 peels spaced 2–4 weeks apart. Results are maintained with a consistent home care routine and ongoing sun protection.