There are three types of chemical peels: light, medium, and deep. A phenol peel is the most intense of the three. Photo Credit: iStock/Getty Images You may have grown up seeing your mother ...

A deeper chemical peel often leads to a more dramatic result. For example, you may get a light chemical peel to treat minor wrinkles or acne. You may need to repeat a light chemical peel after a ...

According to the American Academy of Plastic Surgeons, a light chemical peel uses more mild acids (like hydroxy acids) to treat uneven pigmentation, dryness, acne and wrinkles. Meanwhile ...

Sure, the word "peel" can sound scary — but its primary purpose is to improve the skin's appearance, resurfacing the dermis to reflect optimal light. As the name indicates, peels typically ...

Experts sort peels into three categories based on depth: superficial, medium and deep. Superficial or light peels are the weakest kind, and they can be found in stores. They contain low ...