Chemical Peels
A customisable exfoliating treatment that encourages skin renewal and can be tailored to your skin and downtime tolerance.
What is Chemical Peels?
A chemical peel applies a controlled solution to the skin to exfoliate the outer layers, encouraging cell turnover and revealing fresher skin beneath. Peels range in strength from light, with little to no visible downtime, to deeper peels with more significant peeling and recovery. The right strength and type of peel depends on your skin and the concern being treated — from pigmentation and congestion to fine lines and overall texture.
What's involved
What to expect
Your skin is cleansed and the peel solution applied in a controlled manner. You may feel warmth, tingling or mild stinging during application. Depending on the peel strength, treatment takes 15–30 minutes.
Recovery
Lighter peels may cause only mild flaking. Medium and deeper peels cause more visible peeling over several days, and skin will be more sun-sensitive during this time. Strict sun protection is essential during and after recovery.
Potential benefits
This treatment may:
- May improve skin texture, tone and overall clarity
- Can help address pigmentation and congestion
- Tailored in strength to suit your skin and how much downtime you can accommodate
- Can be layered into an ongoing skin maintenance plan
Outcomes vary between individuals and cannot be guaranteed.
Risks and complications
All treatments carry some risk, even non-surgical ones. Key risks include:
- Redness, tightness and visible peeling, with severity depending on peel strength
- Pigmentation changes — a recognised risk, particularly with deeper peels and in darker skin types
- Scarring — an uncommon but recognised risk with stronger peels
- Increased sun sensitivity during recovery, requiring strict sun protection
- Not suitable for certain peel types during pregnancy or breastfeeding
This is a summary, not a complete list. Peel strength and ingredient selection is tailored to your skin at consultation — not all peels are appropriate for all skin types or concerns. Please raise any concerns with our clinical team directly.
Frequently asked questions
Will my face visibly peel?
This depends on the peel strength. Lighter peels may cause minimal visible flaking; deeper peels cause more noticeable peeling over several days.
Can I wear makeup afterwards?
This depends on peel depth and how your skin is healing — your clinician will advise you specifically after your treatment.
How often can I have a peel?
This depends on the peel type and your skin's response. Your clinician will recommend an appropriate schedule.
Why Evolve
Skin clinic treatments at Evolve are delivered within our plastic surgery practice, by our fully qualified dermal clinician. Every treatment begins with an assessment of your skin rather than a fixed package, and you'll be told honestly if a different treatment — or no treatment — is more appropriate for your goals. Our skin clinic only operates from our Bulleen location.
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Book a ConsultationCall 03 9075 0005Important: The information on this page is for general educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Individual results vary and cannot be guaranteed. A consultation is required to assess your suitability for treatment.