A chemical peel is a cosmetic procedure where a chemical solution is applied to the skin to remove the top layers. Peels can be done on the face, neck or hands. They are generally used to reduce fine lines, treat wrinkles, improve the appearance of mild scars, treat certain types of acne, reduce skin discoloration and even out skin tone. All of them improve the look and feel of the skin.
Chemical peels can be performed alone or combined with other cosmetic treatments. They are designed to go to a specific depth of the skin, from light to deep. Light options are usually more gentle and may require more than one treatment to reach the desired results. Deeper options offer more dramatic results but have longer downtime.