Revitalize and refresh your skin
Restore clear, youthful skin with chemical peels. Chemical peels (also called skin peels) can correct fine lines, wrinkles, sun spots, textural irregularities, acne scars, and other common signs of damaged and aging skin. A chemical peel uniquely formulated for your needs can give you the beautifully soft, smooth, and blemish-free skin you desire.
Nearly any healthy adult may be a candidate for a chemical peel. Candidates typically want to correct signs of aging or damaged skin on the face or body, including fine lines, wrinkles, sun spots, discoloration, textural irregularities, dryness, active acne, acne scars, precancerous lesions, and more.
Chemical peels can be performed on various areas of the body to restore a more youthful and even skin tone and appearance. Most commonly, they are performed on the face, hands, neck, and décolletage (upper chest area).
Chemical peels are specially formulated to meet each patient’s precise needs. Depending on the degree of treatment desired, a chemical peel can be administered in mild, moderate, or deep depth. During the treatment, the chemical solution is applied directly to the skin for approximately 15 to 60 minutes (depending on depth), then removed. Over the following days, the reaction causes the damaged skin layers to peel away.
The recovery experience varies based on the individual and the depth of the peel. Typically, the skin reacts as though to a sunburn and reddens, develops scales or blisters, then peels away within one to two weeks to reveal healthy new skin. Skin care and sun care should be performed as instructed to protect the treated skin and reduce the risk of inflammation and sensitivity. Additional instructions will be provided to help you have a successful recovery.
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Reveal smoother, brighter skin.
A chemical peel is a proven, effective skin rejuvenation treatment that improves tone, texture, and clarity by gently exfoliating damaged outer layers of skin. Using carefully selected chemical solutions, skin peels stimulate healthy cell turnover—allowing fresher, more radiant skin to emerge.
At Winter Park Plastic Surgery & Laser Center, chemical peels are fully customized based on your skin type, concerns, and desired level of correction. From light refreshers to deeper corrective peels, our goal is to help you achieve clearer, smoother skin with results that look natural and balanced.
You may be a good candidate for a chemical peel if you want to improve:
During your consultation, our team will evaluate your skin type and concerns to determine which peel is the safest and most effective option for you.
Chemical peels offer a wide range of skin-enhancing benefits, including:
By encouraging healthy skin renewal, chemical peels not only correct visible concerns but also support long-term skin health.
Chemical peels work by applying a carefully selected chemical solution to the skin to exfoliate damaged outer layers. As the treated skin sheds, younger and healthier skin cells rise to the surface—revealing a smoother, brighter, and more even complexion. As the skin heals, chemical peels also stimulate collagen production, helping improve overall texture, firmness, and radiance. With regular treatments, chemical peels can deliver long-term enhancements in skin tone, clarity, and overall skin health.
Each chemical peel is customized to your skin type and specific goals. Lighter peels refresh the surface of the skin, while medium and deep peels reach further to address more advanced concerns such as pigmentation, acne, fine lines, and uneven texture.
Many patients notice their skin feels softer and looks clearer shortly after just one treatment session, with continued improvement over time. Your recovery and results will depend on the depth of the peel performed.
After your treatment:
Regardless of peel depth, consistent sun protection and post-treatment skin care are essential to protect your results and support healing.
A deep-pore cleansing facial can be added to any chemical peel for improved hydration, calming, and overall correction. We offer a variety of collagen masque options based on your skin type, specific concerns, and preferences. At your appointment, we will discuss these options with you and recommend the collagen masque that best complements your peel to help maximize results and comfort.
Chemical peels work by destroying layers of damaged, aging skin. The body naturally replaces the old, damaged skin with a fresh, healthy layer of skin tissue. Chemical peels can be performed at various depths to address damage and rejuvenate the skin. Depending on the peel, patients may get repeat treatments as needed to optimize their results.
Chemical peels can correct fine lines, wrinkles, sun spots, age spots, other pigmented lesions (such as freckles or melasma), textural irregularities, dryness, and uneven skin tone. They can also eliminate shallow acne scars, some types of active acne, and even some precancerous lesions.
Each chemical peel is formulated for the patient’s unique skin. The depth of the peel provides a different treatment experience depending on the patient’s needs. Mild chemical peel: A mild peel removes only the outermost skin layer to treat acne, fine lines, wrinkles, dryness, and skin tone. Treatment can be repeated every two to five weeks. Moderate chemical peel: A moderate peel removes the outermost and some upper middle skin layers to treat acne scars, uneven skin tone, and moderate wrinkles. Treatment is not done frequently but can be repeated occasionally to maintain results. Deep chemical peel: A deep peel removes outer, middle, and deeper skin layers to treat deep wrinkles, scars, and even precancerous skin growths. Usually, only one treatment is necessary to achieve results.
Chemical peels are best performed on individuals with light to medium skin tones, but with caution they can be safely performed on darker skin tones. Dr. Poris will determine the safest and best technique for your needs.
Chemical peels can yield dramatic results. They have been proven to significantly improve and even eliminate many pigmented lesions, fine lines, wrinkles, textural irregularities, dryness, acne scars, active acne, and precancerous lesions. You can expect your skin to appear noticeably smoother, younger, and healthier.
Results from chemical peels can be long-lasting. The best way to maintain your results is to adopt good skin care practices and wear daily sun protection. Regular mild chemical peels can also help you maintain your results long-term. Dr. Poris can recommend a treatment regimen to help you achieve your aesthetic goals.
Some patients notice improvement after a single peel, while others benefit from a series of treatments spaced several weeks apart. Light peels are often repeated regularly, while deeper peels are performed less frequently.
Most patients experience only mild side effects, including redness or irritation in the treated area and mild peeling or dryness as the skin heals. These side effects are generally temporary and usually subside within a few days.
Downtime varies based on peel depth. Light peels have little to no downtime, while medium and deep peels involve visible peeling and recovery over several days to weeks.
Many patients notice brighter, smoother skin within days of a light peel. Medium and deep peels reveal results gradually as peeling subsides and new skin develops.
Following the post-treatment instructions provided by our team is essential to achieving the best possible outcome. For most patients, this means avoiding sun exposure during recovery, moisturizing regularly, and using recommended skin care products to support your skin health. Many patients will also benefit from regular light peels to promote lasting results.
Yes. Chemical peels can reduce active breakouts, unclog pores, and improve post-acne discoloration. For deeper acne scars, peels are often combined with microneedling or laser treatments for optimal results.
Absolutely. Chemical peels are commonly combined with HydraFacialMD®, microneedling, BBL® Photorejuvenation, and collagen masque treatments. We will design a personalized plan that safely sequences these procedures to enhance your overall results.
Stephenie Poris, MD sees patients at both the Orlando and Winter Park offices.
