Chemical Peels

What is a chemical peel?

Sun exposure, acne, or just getting older can leave your skin tone uneven, wrinkled, spotted or scarred. A chemical peel uses a chemical solution to improve the texture and tone of your skin by removing the damaged outer layers.

A chemical peel is one of the most cost-effective ways to improve the appearance of your skin. However, the likely result of the chemical peel depends on the chemical and technique used.

Conditions that a chemical peel can improve include:

  • Acne or acne scars
  • Enlarged pore
  • Fine lines and wrinkles
  • Irregular skin pigmentation and melasma
  • Rough skin and scaly patches
  • Certain scars
  • Sun-damaged skin

What a chemical peel can’t do?

  • Treat deep facial lines or wrinkles
  • Significantly tighten loose or sagging skin
  • Remove deep scars

Dr Matilda Mphahlele offers superficial glycolic acid peels, TCA peels, salicylic acid peels, retinol peels, lactic acid peels etc. Patients of any skin type can have a chemical peel, but Dr Matilda Mphahlele will advise on which peel is suitable for your skin type and skin condition.