Chemical Peels

What are chemical peels?

Chemical peels are resurfacing skin treatments that use acidic solutions to strip the top layers of dead skin from your face, neck, and other areas. At Élan Aesthetics, the team helps you choose a peel tailored to your skin's needs, whether it needs minimal improvement or more intensive treatment. They may perform:

Superficial peels

Superficial peels are the gentlest of the three options and typically use mild acids, such as alpha-hydroxy acids. 

Medium peels

Medium-depth peels are stronger than superficial peels and offer longer-lasting results. They remove upper layers of skin cells using trichloroacetic or glycolic acid. 

Deep peels

Deep peels are strong enough that you can only get them once in a lifetime. For intense results, deep peels use phenol or trichloroacetic acid. 

What are the benefits of chemical peels?

Chemical peels of any depth offer skin-smoothing effects and renewal. The team at Élan Aesthetics makes suggestions for chemical peels based on the needs of your skin and the features you want to minimize. 

A chemical peel at Élan Aesthetics can reduce or erase:

• Acne scars
• Fine lines
• Hyperpigmentation and spots
• Melasma
• Sun damage
• Redness

A deep peel eliminates features like these in one go. If you opt for gentler options like superficial or medium peels, you can talk to your provider about getting them regularly for skin maintenance. You can safely get medium peels every once in a while, depending on your skin’s needs, or get superficial peels as often as every 2 to 5 weeks. 

Am I a good candidate for a chemical peel?

Just like all other treatments available at Élan Aesthetics, chemical peels may or may not be the best option for you. You should visit for a consultation initially to discuss the treatment with your provider and compare it to other available procedures. 

The Élan Aesthetics team reviews your medical history and examines your skin before recommending a chemical peel. You might be a candidate for the chemical peel of your choice if you:

• Have mild-to-moderate skin concerns
• Don’t scar easily
• Don’t get cold sores
• Have a realistic idea of the results
• Have not used exfoliants for at least a week
• Haven’t taken isotretinoin in at least six months

Your provider teaches you how you can care for your skin after a peel or between peels to calm any irritation and keep your skin looking its best.

To learn more about chemical peels and how they revitalize your skin, call Élan Aesthetics or book an appointment online today.