The Process

How Chemical Peels works?

One of dermatology's most studied resurfacing tools, modern peels are precision formulated for every skin type and concern.

01

Acid Activation

Carefully selected acids loosen the bonds between dead surface cells, dissolving the dull, damaged outer layer and unclogging pores at a microscopic level.

02

Cellular Renewal

As the outer layer sheds, the skin signals deeper layers to accelerate cell turnover, producing fresher, healthier cells that surface faster than they normally would.

03

Collagen Response

Medium and deeper peels prompt a controlled wound healing response, stimulating fibroblasts to produce new collagen and elastin for firmer, more resilient skin.

Proof of Efficacy

Before & After

Real, unedited, no-makeup results. While individual outcomes vary, they represent common responses in our clinic.

Before chemical peel treatment at The Vancouver Aesthetician — visible post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and dark acne scar marks on skin

BEFORE

After chemical peel treatment at The Vancouver Aesthetician — PIH and hyperpigmentation from acne scars visibly faded and skin tone corrected

after

Hyperpigmentation

Progress at 6 sessions · 22 weeks in

Before chemical peel treatment at The Vancouver Aesthetician — visible post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and dark acne scar marks on skin

BEFORE

After chemical peel treatment at The Vancouver Aesthetician — PIH and hyperpigmentation from acne scars visibly faded and skin tone corrected

after

Hyperpigmentation

Progress at 6 sessions · 22 weeks in

Before chemical peel acne treatment at The Vancouver Aesthetician — active breakouts and visible blackheads on congested skin

BEFORE

After chemical peel acne treatment at The Vancouver Aesthetician — acne cleared, blackheads removed, and skin visibly clarified and refined

after

Acne & Blackheads

Progress at 7 sessions · 26 weeks in

Before chemical peel acne treatment at The Vancouver Aesthetician — active breakouts and visible blackheads on congested skin

BEFORE

After chemical peel acne treatment at The Vancouver Aesthetician — acne cleared, blackheads removed, and skin visibly clarified and refined

after

Acne & Blackheads

Progress at 7 sessions · 26 weeks in

Before chemical peel melasma treatment at The Vancouver Aesthetician — visible melasma pigmentation and dark patches on skin

BEFORE

After chemical peel melasma treatment at The Vancouver Aesthetician — melasma visibly reduced and skin tone noticeably more even

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Melasma

Progress at 4 sessions · 16 weeks in

Before chemical peel melasma treatment at The Vancouver Aesthetician — visible melasma pigmentation and dark patches on skin

BEFORE

After chemical peel melasma treatment at The Vancouver Aesthetician — melasma visibly reduced and skin tone noticeably more even

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Melasma

Progress at 4 sessions · 16 weeks in

why Chemical Peels

Benefits & Results

Smoother Skin

Resurfaces the top layer to refine roughness, soften bumps, and reveal a noticeably smoother, more polished feel.

Even Tone

Targets pigmentation, dark spots, and post acne marks, helping the skin look brighter and more uniform over time.

Clearer Pores

Dissolves the debris, oil, and dead cells that congest pores, reducing breakouts and visible blackheads.

Renewed Glow

Boosts cell turnover to lift dullness and restore the fresh, luminous quality of younger, well rested skin.

Relevant treatments

Where do we use Peels?

After tens of thousands of faces, we’ve mastered how to maximize the benefits of Peels.

●●○○ Corrective

Complete Extraction Facial

For congestion that keeps returning, this treatment clears what is ready to go, smooths stubborn texture, and leaves skin feeling lighter and able to breathe again.

●●○○ Corrective

HydraBright Melanin Correction

For dark spots and uneven tone that mute your charm, this treatment brightens gradually, softens hyperpigmentation, and helps your skin look clearer and more refined.

●●○○ Corrective

Lift & Firm Facial

Your steady anti aging maintenance facial with a polished lift. This detox facial protects and revives tired skin. You will get the TVA glow and look fresher, firmer, and well rested.

●●○○ Corrective

Men's Ultimate Refresh

Designed for thicker skin, larger pores, long days and shaving stress, this treatment clears buildup, restores hydration, and leaves you looking sharper, fresher, and more pulled together.

●●○○ Corrective

TexturePro Corrective Peel

A controlled correction for lingering scar texture, this treatment smooths roughness and helps skin look more even, refined, and quietly polished over time.

●●●○ Regenerative

Advanced Acne Erase

When stubborn breakouts make you lose hope, this stronger reset tackles them from multiple angles by reducing inflammation, clearing congestion, and helping your skin look cleaner each week.

●●●○ Regenerative

Advanced Pigment Reduction

For stubborn dark spots that steals attention, this top performance protocol breaks up uneven pigment and restores a clearer, brighter, more confident baseline.

●●●○ Regenerative

BioScalp Peptide Infusion

When your scalp feels congested, unhealthy, or your hair no longer feels as full as it used to, this no-downtime treatment deeply cleanses buildup, supporting a healthier scalp environment and growth over time.

●●●● Regen+

Men's Total 360° Hair & Face

Our ultra high-performance session for face and scalp. It refreshes tired skin, supports stronger looking hair, and leaves you looking more magnetic, polished, and in command.

FAQ

Your questions, our answers

What is a chemical peel and how does it work?

What is a chemical peel and how does it work?

Are chemical peels safe for all skin types?

Are chemical peels safe for all skin types?

What concerns can chemical peels actually treat?

What concerns can chemical peels actually treat?

How long does it take to see results from a peel?

How long does it take to see results from a peel?

Will my skin actually peel after the treatment?

Will my skin actually peel after the treatment?

THE SCIENCE

Chemical Peel Science

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Chemical peels are one of the most rigorously studied tools in modern dermatology, with decades of clinical evidence supporting their ability to resurface, repair, and renew skin. At their core, peels introduce acids such as glycolic, lactic, salicylic, mandelic, or trichloroacetic onto the skin in a controlled, time limited way. These acids interrupt the bonds that hold tired, damaged cells in place, allowing the outer layer to release and reveal fresher tissue underneath. Beyond surface exfoliation, peels signal deeper structural changes. They influence melanocyte behaviour to balance pigmentation, regulate the sebum and bacteria involved in acne, and stimulate fibroblasts to produce new collagen and elastin. The outcome is not just a brighter complexion, but a recalibrated, healthier functioning skin that responds better to every product and treatment that follows.

Customized Peel Plans

No two skins respond identically to chemical peels, which is why depth, acid type, pH, concentration, and pairing matter as much as the peel itself. A well designed peel protocol considers your skin type, sensitivity, pigmentation tendency, lifestyle, and the specific concerns you want to correct. For acne and congestion, salicylic and mandelic based peels are often favoured for their oil soluble, anti microbial action. For pigmentation and melasma, gentler layered approaches with lactic, kojic, or azelaic ingredients help avoid rebound darkening. For aging, texture, and tone, glycolic and TCA based peels offer deeper renewal and collagen support. The strongest results often come from a planned series, paired with supportive treatments, home care, and consistent sun protection. Done thoughtfully, peels become precise, progressive corrections that strengthen the skin over time, not harsh resurfacing events.

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