Light and medium chemical peels
Superficial or Light peels are the mildest type of chemical peel and can be used on all skin types. These mild peels remove only a small part of the epidermis or outer layer of skin and are most often used to improve the appearance of fine lines, mild scarring and minimal hyperpigmentation.
Superficial peels should be repeated every 2-3 weeks. A series of 6 consecutive treatments are recommended for best results. After 6 consecutive treatments, peels may be repeated monthly to maintain results.
Medium-depth skin peels penetrate further than superficial peels to remove the epidermis and some of the dermis, or underlying middle layer of skin. Medium peels are used to clear pores, reduce wrinkles, blemishes, hyperpigmentation, and sun damage..
Medium strength peels cause excessive pinkness for two to three days and may not completely fade away until the skin has fully healed. New skin should appear within the first two weeks after treatment.