If you’re looking for a solution for fine lines and wrinkles, a chemical peel is a great option to strip away dead skin cells to reveal youthful skin underneath. But before trying a new treatment option, it's important to find out what products you’re using on your skin and make sure they’re safe for you.

Chemical peels are a safe and effective treatment option that can rejuvenate dull skin, reduce scars, even out skin tone, decrease sunspots, smooth wrinkles, and more. Before you get your next chemical peel, let’s take a closer look at the ingredients and talk about safety. 
## How Do Chemical Peels Work?
A chemical peel is an acid-based treatment that chemically exfoliates your skin. At the beginning of your appointment, your face is gently cleansed to prep your skin for the chemical peel. Next, the chemical peel is applied evenly over your face. As the product settles into your skin, you may feel some tingling or discomfort. That’s a sign the chemical is working. After a few minutes, the acid in the chemical is neutralized and gently removed from your skin. 

During the next few days, you’ll notice some redness, flaking, or peeling. As the top layers of your skin peel off, you’ll see younger, more radiant skin appearing underneath. 
## What Is in a Chemical Peel?
A chemical peel contains a few ingredients designed to strip away dead skin cells and exfoliate your skin. the active ingredients can include:
Glycolic acid
Trichloroacetic acid
Salicylic acid
Lactic acid
Retinoic acid

Do you use revitalizing serums or creams? If you check the ingredients list, you’ll find that many of these products contain the same ingredients to rejuvenate your skin. The difference between your serum and a chemical peel is the concentration and strength of these ingredients. 
## What Are the Types of Chemical Peels?
There are three main types of chemical peels: light, medium, and deep. 
Light chemical peels target the topmost layer of skin to minimize pores, reduce fine lines, and improve skin texture. 
Medium peels go into the middle layers of skin to even out skin tone, treat sun damage, and tighten skin. 
Deep peels can treat serious skin concerns such as acne scarring and hyperpigmentation. They reach deep into the skin and take two to three weeks to heal. 
## Are Chemical Peels Safe?
Chemical peels contain strong active ingredients that clean out pores, strip away dead skin cells, and deeply exfoliate your face. They’re a safe and effective treatment option for a range of skincare goals. But not all peels are recommended for everyone, and the perfect treatment option for you depends on your skincare needs and your goals.
## At-Home Chemical Peels with Persimmon
If you’re considering a chemical peel, start by booking a consultation with a certified skin care professional. During your first consultation, we’ll discuss your goals, health history, and best treatment options. You may be an ideal candidate for a light chemical peel, or a medium or deep peel may be best suited to your goals. After selecting your treatment, book an at-home appointment with one of our skilled healthcare professionals for a relaxing at-home treatment.

large_iStock-1301622592.jpg