What is chemical peel?
Controlled chemical exfoliation to resurface the skin.
What is chemical peel?
Controlled chemical exfoliation to resurface the skin.
Also known as
- tca peel
- phenol peel
- glycolic peel
Common reasons people choose this procedure
Approaches and motivations vary by surgeon and patient anatomy. Compare techniques and real outcomes on the main Chemical Peel page.
Alternatives
Laser resurfacing
Different mechanism. CO2 laser delivers similar depth to medium-deep peels with more controllable energy delivery.
Microneedling
Mechanical injury vs. chemical. Combined with PRP, can address similar concerns with less aggressive recovery.