Uneven tone and sun damage
For brown spots, patchy pigment, or cumulative sun-related changes. Possible paths can range from skincare and peels to light or laser treatment, depending on the type of pigment and your skin.
Maintain and support · Corrective Chemical Peel
Match the peel to the skin—not the trend.
A chemical peel applies a selected solution to create controlled exfoliation. The formulation and depth affect what it may address, who should perform it, and how much recovery to expect.
- Price
- $225–$350
- Duration
- 30–45 minutes
- Downtime
- Minimal to approximately 7 days, depending on depth and protocol
- Typical course
- One treatment or a planned series after assessment
- Provider
- Appropriately qualified or delegated provider for the selected peel depth
May be discussed for
- Superficial uneven tone or selected discoloration
- Dullness and rough-feeling skin
- Congestion or selected acne concerns
- Fine surface lines
May not be appropriate when
- The skin is infected, injured, or actively inflamed
- Recent sun exposure, tanning, procedures, or certain medication increase risk
- The pigment pattern needs diagnosis
- Healing history or skin sensitivity makes the proposed depth unsuitable
The appointment
The process
- Consult
- Prepare
- Peel
- Recover and review
Preparation may involve adjusting active skincare before treatment. At the appointment, the provider cleanses the area, applies the selected solution, monitors the response, and gives protocol-specific aftercare.
Allow time
What to expect
Timing and response vary. Use these phases to plan for recovery, not as a promise of results.
Immediately
Warmth, tightness, pinkness, or little visible change, depending on the peel
Following days
Dryness, flaking, peeling, or temporary darkening may occur
Gradual change
Tone or texture may appear more even as the skin recovers
Course
Some goals may require a series; progress should be reviewed before repeating
Alternatives and trade-offs
A Custom Clinical Facial may suit maintenance with less expected recovery.
Explore Custom Clinical FacialIPL may be considered for selected pigment or vessels when light-based treatment is appropriate.
Explore IPL PhotofacialFractional laser may address more persistent texture or pigment with greater cost and recovery.
Explore Fractional Laser Resurfacing
Provider and standard
Provider qualifications and medical oversight depend on the peel formulation and depth. We explain who will assess and perform your peel, and how their qualifications match the proposed depth.
Meet your care teamUnderstand before deciding
Risks and limitations
Chemical peels can cause redness, irritation, swelling, blistering, infection, scarring, cold-sore reactivation, or temporary or lasting changes in skin color. Risk varies with depth, skin tone, health history, and aftercare. At-home or unsupervised high-strength peels can cause serious injury.
Pricing
$225–$350. Cost changes with the protocol, peel depth, treatment area, preparation, and required follow-up. Before agreeing to a series, review both the per-session price and the total cost.
Individual suitability requires assessment.
Common questions
Will my skin visibly peel?
Possibly, but not every peel creates dramatic shedding. Visible peeling is not a reliable measure of quality or effectiveness.
Are chemical peels suitable for darker skin tones?
They may be, but the formulation, depth, preparation, and provider experience matter. Assessment is essential because pigment changes are a potential risk.
Can I use retinoids before a peel?
Do not change prescription or active products based on website advice. Your provider should review what you use and give protocol-specific preparation instructions.
Explore related concerns
What the Planning Consultation clarifiesYour next step
Find the appropriate depth and pace.
Use a consultation to compare a peel with lower- or higher-intensity options.
$150 · 45 minutes · No treatment obligation
$100 applicable to a first treatment of $350+ booked within 60 days.
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