Chemical Peels | Aesthetic Permanent Beauty

Aesthetic Permanent Beauty offers light, medium-depth, strong chemical and VI MD medical peels for clients in Lake Worth who want to address sun damage, acne scars, melasma, fine lines, and rough texture through controlled exfoliation. You may notice dark spots that have deepened over time, uneven skin tone that does not improve with topical products, or shallow wrinkles that make your skin look older than you feel. Chemical peels use acid solutions to remove the damaged outer layers of skin, which stimulates collagen production and allows fresh, healthy skin to surface. The type of peel selected depends on your skin condition, tolerance, and the depth of correction needed. A consultation is required to assess your skin type, discuss your goals, and choose the appropriate peel strength.

Light peels use alpha hydroxy acids or beta hydroxy acids to gently exfoliate the surface and are ideal for dullness, mild acne, and minor pigmentation. Medium-depth peels use trichloroacetic acid to penetrate further and treat deeper wrinkles, sun damage, and more pronounced discoloration. During the treatment, the solution is applied evenly across your face or targeted areas, left on for a specific duration, and then neutralized or allowed to self-neutralize. You may feel tingling or mild stinging, but the sensation is temporary. The skin begins to peel within two to three days, and the process lasts about one week depending on peel strength.

If you are considering a chemical peel and want to understand which strength is appropriate for your skin and what the recovery will involve, schedule a consultation to review your options and plan your treatment.

After the peel is applied, your skin may appear red or feel tight. Light peels cause minimal visible peeling, often just light flaking that can be mistaken for dryness. Medium-depth peels produce more obvious peeling, where the skin sheds in sheets over several days. You are given a post-peel kit that includes gentle cleanser, healing ointment, and sunscreen. You avoid sun exposure, do not pick at peeling skin, and keep the area moisturized to support the healing process.

Once the peeling is complete, you will see noticeably smoother skin with reduced pigmentation, smaller pores, and a more even tone. Fine lines soften, and acne scars become less visible. The results continue to improve over the following weeks as collagen production increases and the skin continues to regenerate. Aesthetic Permanent Beauty recommends a series of light peels spaced several weeks apart for progressive improvement, or a single medium-depth peel followed by maintenance treatments every few months.

Not all skin types tolerate chemical peels equally. Your candidacy is evaluated during the consultation, and contraindications such as recent isotretinoin use or active cold sores are reviewed before proceeding. The best peel for you is determined using skin conditions, ethnic background and age.After evaluation your medical aesthetician will advise on what peel is best for you.

What makes a chemical peel more effective than exfoliating scrubs?
Chemical peels dissolve the bonds between dead skin cells at a deeper level than physical exfoliation, allowing more thorough removal of damaged tissue and stronger collagen stimulation.
How do you choose between a light and medium-depth peel?
The choice depends on the severity of your skin concerns, your tolerance for downtime, and how much correction you want to achieve in a single session versus over multiple lighter treatments.
When can I return to work after a medium-depth peel?
You may return to work the same day after a chemical peel. However, it is up tp your personal preference.
Why is sun protection critical after a chemical peel?
The new skin is more vulnerable to UV damage, and exposure can cause hyperpigmentation or reverse the benefits of the peel, so daily sunscreen and limited sun exposure are required for at least two weeks. SPF 45 or stronger must be used at all times, not just after a peel.
How does the strong sun exposure in Lake Worth affect post-peel care?
Although the sun may be stronger during the warmer months, you may schedule your treatment at any time of year with the correct sunscreen and at home care routine!