A chemical solution is applied to the skin to remove the top layers. The skin that grows back is smoother. With a light or medium peel, you may need the procedure more than once to get the result you want.
Chemical peels are used to treat wrinkles, discoloured skin and scars, usually on the face. They can be done alone or combined with other cosmetic procedures, and at different depths – from light to deep. Deeper peels offer more dramatic results but also take longer to recover from.