Chemical peels work by removing the epidermis to a greater or lesser depth, depending on the strength of the peel. Peels are usually done in a series because repetition of the peel “teaches” the dermis to create tighter cells, giving the skin a tighter, smoother look.
The skin looks red for about six to twelve weeks afterwards, but the results are worth it. A deep peel reduces crows feet and the wrinkles around the mouth and across the forehead. It removes sun damage too. However, it is best done on people with fair skin, as it may injure the skin’s pigment cells and cause some skin whitening. The skin will not tan again.