Chemical Peels in Santa Barbara, CA, Bakersfield, CA, Hanford, CA, Visalia, CA, Porterville, CA, Stockton, CA, Manteca, CA, & Sparks, NV

Signs of aging and weathering gather on your skin over the years, giving you a rough appearance and a dull complexion. At LUX Dermatology, our team of cosmetic dermatology specialists offers chemical peels to remove the rough and damaged layers of your skin to even your skin tone. At LUX Dermatology we have locations across California in Stockton, Manteca, Santa Barbara, Bakersfield, Porterville, Hanford, and Visalia, and also in Sparks, Nevada. To explore your chemical peel options, call our Las Vegas office or book your appointment online today.

Chemical Peels Q & A

  • A chemical peel is a skin treatment that uses a chemical solution or acid to remove the damaged surface layers of your skin. During the procedure, our provider at LUX Dermatology applies the solution evenly across your skin and waits a few minutes before washing it off.

    Depending on the extent of your skin’s damage, you can get one of three main types of chemical peels:

    Superficial peel


    Superficial peels gently remove only the top layer of skin on your face, neck, chest, or hands. After a superficial peel, you’ll notice a textural improvement and reduced discoloration. You can return for another superficial peel in just two to five weeks.

    Medium peel

    Medium peels remove damaged skin from the surface and upper-middle layer of your skin. They alleviate roughness, age spots, and even fine lines. To continue enjoying your fresh appearance, you can get medium peels every three to nine months.

    Deep peel

    Deep peels are the harshest type of peel. They reach the middle and lower layers of your facial skin for highly pronounced results. Because they remove such deep layers, you can only get one deep peel in your lifetime.

  • Our team at LUX Dermatology helps you select an appropriate chemical peel based on your most prominent skin concerns. To improve your skin’s tone, texture, and overall appearance, chemical peels can treat:

    ● Some types of acne.

    ● Melasma.

    ● Discoloration.

    ● Roughness.

    ● Dullness.

    ● Fine lines.

    ● Freckles.

    ● Precancerous growths.

    Even if you don’t have specific skin concerns, a chemical peel improves your skin’s appearance and gives it a striking new glow.

  • Generally, you’ll need some recovery time after a chemical peel. Superficial peels only require a few days of recovery, while deep peels call for two to three weeks off of work as your skin heals.

    During the recovery time, you might experience some mild side effects. Possible side effects of chemical peels are:

    ● Redness.● Irritation.● Temporary skin darkening or lightening.● Reactivated cold sores.● Light scarring.
    To ensure that any side effects are short-lived, your dermatology specialist gives you instructions for preparation before your appointment and for aftercare. For the best results, LUX Dermatology recommends that you stay out of the sun following a chemical peel and put down the cigarettes.

To find out if you’re a good candidate to brighten your skin with a chemical peel, call us at LUX Dermatology or book your appointment online today.

VI Peel

The VI Peel is a medical-grade chemical peel that rejuvenates the skin from the inside out, delivering powerful results with minimal downtime. This gentle yet effective treatment improves skin clarity, texture, and tone while stimulating collagen production. At Lux Dermatology, the VI Peel is a go-to solution for glowing, smoother, and more even skin.

VI Peel

Benefits of the VI Peel:

    Improves skin tone and texture
    Reduces fine lines and wrinkles
    Brightens and evens out skin discoloration
    Minimizes acne and acne scars
    Stimulates collagen and elastin
    Safe for all skin types and tones
    Minimal peeling and downtime

Conditions the VI Peel Can Treat:

    Acne and acne scarring
    Melasma and hyperpigmentation
    Fine lines and wrinkles
    Sun damage and age spots
    Uneven skin tone and rough texture
    Enlarged pores
    Dull, tired-looking skin