The treatments guide
Chemical peels
Acids that remove the outer layers of skin, from light to deep.
Awaiting clinical review. Written carefully from the sources below, but not yet signed off by a qualified clinician. Please don't use it to make decisions about your health. How we review.
What the evidence says
Light peels can help texture and pigmentation over a series. Deeper peels do more and carry more risk.
- Good for
- Dullness, mild pigmentation, texture.
- Not for
- Recent isotretinoin use, active infection; take care with darker skin.
- Risks
- Redness and peeling; pigment changes or scarring if too strong.
- Typical cost
- $150–$400 a peelAn estimate of typical prices in our cities, still being checked. Ask for the full price before you book.
Questions to ask
- Who will do the treatment, and what are their credentials?
- What results are realistic for me, and how long do they last?
- What are the risks, and what happens if something goes wrong?
- What will it cost in total, including follow-ups?
General education, not medical advice. Choose licensed providers, and talk to a doctor if you have a health condition, are pregnant or take medication. Medical disclaimer.
