Types of chemical peels for the face

A superficial facial peel gives controlled exfoliation at the surface and may be used for mild roughness, blocked pores, or uneven tone. Glycolic Acid is one ingredient used in this category. Medium-depth treatment reaches further and can produce stronger redness, peeling, and downtime. Deep peeling is reserved for selected situations because facial skin needs careful assessment and prolonged aftercare. A clinician may consider Acne, Comedonal Acne, Sun-Damaged Skin, Sun Spots, or Keratosis Pilaris when choosing a plan. Melasma and Post-Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation need particular caution because inflammation can deepen facial discoloration, especially in skin that marks easily.

Tell your clinician about cold sores, eczema, recent tanning, previous peels, medicines, and any history of dark marks after spots or procedures. Follow the preparation plan exactly. After treatment, wash gently, moisturise, and protect your face from sunlight. Do not scrub, peel flakes, use hot water, or restart retinoids and exfoliating products until the skin barrier has settled. Avoid scheduling a facial peel close to an event if you cannot accommodate redness or flaking.

Call the clinic if facial pain, heat, swelling, or redness is worsening rather than easing, or if blisters, spreading crusts, pus, or marked colour change appears. Urgent help is needed for swelling around the eyes, trouble seeing, or breathing difficulty. Do not apply another active product to mask a reaction before receiving advice.

What is the shallowest peel likely to address my concern? How will you reduce the chance of dark marks, what recovery should I expect, and when can I resume my usual routine?