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What Are Chemical Peels?
Chemical peels use specialized solutions to exfoliate the outer layers of the skin, revealing a smoother, more even, and more radiant complexion. TCA (trichloroacetic acid) peels are among the most trusted and effective medium-depth treatments for improving texture, softening fine lines, treating pigmentation, and rejuvenating sun-damaged skin. When performed with precision, TCA peels promote controlled renewal of the skin, leading to a healthier, brighter, and more refined appearance.
How a Chemical Peel Treatment Works
Chemical peels are performed in the office and typically take 45-60 minutes or combined with other facial procedures such as a facelift or eyelid surgery. After your skin is cleansed and prepped, a custom concentration of TCA—or a blended peel when appropriate—is applied evenly to the face. You may feel a warm, tingling, or tightening sensation as the solution works. The peel is then neutralized or allowed to self-neutralize depending on type and depth. Over the following days, the outer layer of the skin gently exfoliates and sheds, revealing fresh, renewed skin beneath. Most patients experience mild redness and peeling for several days, with little to no significant downtime.
Smoother Texture and Refined Skin Quality
TCA peels loosen and remove damaged surface cells, improving roughness, dullness, and uneven texture.
More Even Tone and Brightness
Peels help reduce sun damage, pigmentation, and discoloration, restoring clarity and radiance.
Improvement in Fine Lines and Early Aging
By stimulating collagen renewal, TCA peels soften fine lines and support healthier, more youthful-looking skin.
Who Is a Good Candidate For a Chemical Peel?
You may be an ideal candidate for chemical peels if you:
During your consultation, Dr. Franck assesses your skin health, treatments you’ve used previously, and your goals to customize the peel type and strength.
Why Choose Dr. Franck for Your Chemical Peel?
Dr. Philipp Franck is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon with extensive experience in skin resurfacing and facial rejuvenation. His approach emphasizes safety, customization, and natural-looking improvement tailored to individual skin needs. As a Clinical Assistant Professor at Weill Cornell Medicine, he teaches residents the latest injectable and aesthetic techniques, reinforcing his commitment to evidence-based and anatomically guided practice.
New York Times Magazine Rising Star Surgeon
Injector Expertise & Recognition
Dr. Franck combines advanced technique with deep anatomical knowledge, earning recognition as one of NYC’s rising stars in plastic surgery.
Refined, Natural Aesthetics
Dr. Franck’s approach to dermal fillers emphasizes natural proportions and enhancement, ensuring you don’t look overfilled or “done”.
Boutique Experience in Manhattan
Every consultation and procedure is tailored to you, with the highest level of privacy, comfort, and personalized care in an elegant Manhattan setting.
Chemical Peel Treatment Journey (What to Expect)
Chemical Peel
FAQs
Results may last months, especially with proper skincare and sun protection. Many patients repeat peels 2–4 times per year for ongoing maintenance.
This varies by peel strength. Light to medium TCA peels cause noticeable but manageable shedding for several days, without significant downtime.
Most patients feel warmth or mild burning during the treatment and temporary tightness afterward. Discomfort is generally mild.
Yes. TCA peels are highly effective for sun damage, uneven tone, and certain types of hyperpigmentation.
Medium-depth peels require careful evaluation for darker skin types to reduce the risk of pigment changes. Dr. Franck selects peels and depths appropriate for your skin
Yes. Peels pair well with neuromodulators, fillers, or light-based treatments depending on your goals and timing.
Chemical peels are safe when carefully selected and applied, but risks may include temporary redness, dryness, swelling, or prolonged peeling. Less common risks include pigment changes, prolonged sensitivity, or, very rarely, scarring or infection. Following post-treatment instructions, avoiding sun exposure, and choosing an experienced provider minimize these risks. Dr. Franck uses conservative, tailored protocols to ensure predictable and safe healing.
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