Chemical Peels

At Dermatology Associates of Western Connecticut, we offer a variety of chemical peels to rejuvenate, brighten, and refresh your skin. From gentle, no-downtime options like the PCA NoPeel Peel and SkinMedica Illuminize Peel to advanced treatments such as the PCA 6% Retinol Peel and MD Peel, our expert team customizes each peel to suit your skin’s needs. Whether you’re addressing fine lines, uneven skin tone, or texture, our chemical peels deliver visible results for smoother, more radiant skin.

  • This red-carpet peel is appropriate for most skin types. This peel may cause slight flaking but not downtime. Perfect for first-time peel treatment.

  • SkinMedica’s most popular peel. This advanced peel is for mild to moderate skin imperfection and appropriate for most skin types. Clients can expect 1 to 3 days of flaking to peeling.

  • As the name implies, this gentle yet effective peel provides skin with a radiant glow with no downtime.

  • Improves surface texture and brightness and uneven skin tone. It is an excellent option for sensitive skin and as a first-time peel. This peel is customized with additional products to improve fine lines, wrinkles and clear complexions. 1 to 3 days of flaking or peeling can be expected.

  • A customized combination of the PCA deeper peels to clear complexions, improve pigmentation and exfoliation for thicker, more resilient skin. Recommended after a Sensi peel.

  • This medium-depth TCA solution is suitable for resilient skin. This highly active treatment rejuvenates, improves fine lines and wrinkles and promotes even skin tone. This is an excellent add - on treatment to improve hypopigmentation. 1 to 3 days of flaking or peeling.

  • This retinoid peel smooths, brightens, and evens skin tone. It improves discoloration and aging skin. Not recommended for a first-time peel. Dramatic peeling can be expected. 3 to 10 days of peeling and can be used on most skin types.

  • This is the most active retinoid treatment for normal to resilient skin and recommended after a 4% peel. Dramatic and rapid rejuvenation improves fine lines, wrinkles, even skin tone and smoother complexion. Peel can be expected for 3 to 10 days.