Resurfacing
Chemical Peels
VI Peel
A VI Peel is a medical-grade medium-depth chemical peel that resurfaces the skin to reveal a brighter, more even complexion. Application takes about 15 minutes, then your skin peels over a week (every patient experiences a different level of peeling), shedding pigmentation, sun damage, and rough texture.
It’s effective yet tolerable and can be tailored across a wide range of skin tones.
Pricing confirmed at your consultation
- Full Face
- Neck
- Décolletage / Chest
- Hands
We will help you choose your peel
VI Peel Advanced
Targets aging: fine lines, tone, texture, and deeper collagen stimulation.
VI Peel Precision Plus + Peptides
For stubborn pigmentation, sun spots, and melasma.
VI Peel Purify Precision Plus + Peptides
For active or acne-prone skin and post-acne marks.
VI Peel Body Peel
For pigmentation, texture, and acne on the body and chest.
Your treatment, step by step
- 1
Consultation and cleanse
We review your skin, confirm the right peel, and cleanse the area.
- 2
Application
The peel goes on in layers, with a mild tingle. Skin may look lightly frosted or take on an orange tint, which washes off later.
- 3
The wait
The peel stays on a few hours. You’ll go home with instructions and a post-peel kit.
- 4
Washing it off
You’ll gently wash the peel off at home, usually 4 hours later. Then renewal begins.
Results, and when to expect them
- After peeling
- an instant glow and more even tone.
- 4 to 6 weeks
- continued improvement as collagen rebuilds.
- With a series
- the biggest change in pigment and texture.
For deeper concerns, a series of peels 4 to 6 weeks apart, then the occasional peel to maintain.
Tell us if any of these apply
VI Peels are versatile, but may not be for everyone. Tell us at your consultation if any of these apply:
- Pregnant or breastfeeding (some peel ingredients aren’t recommended)
- Active cold sores, skin infections, or open wounds in the area
- A known allergy to a peel ingredient (for example, aspirin or salicylate sensitivity)
- Recent isotretinoin (Accutane) use
- A history of keloid scarring or slow wound healing
- Recent sun exposure, sunburn, or an active tan in the area
Peels work across a wide range of skin tones with the right peel and technique. For deeper complexions, we customize carefully to protect your results.
Before your treatment
One week before
- Avoid aggressive exfoliation, waxing, and threading.
- If you need to shave, do it the day before rather than the same day to minimize irritation.
Pausing your actives
- Stop retinols and retinoids, glycolic acid, salicylic acid, AHAs and BHAs, benzoyl peroxide, and hydroquinone:
- 1–2 weeks before if your skin is irritated or inflamed.
- 2 days before if your skin is not irritated.
Every day
- Continue your daily sunscreen and stay well hydrated.
After your treatment, day by day
Treat your skin like a burn: no sun, no sweating, no heat. Peeling peaks mid-week and is mostly finished by day six.
- Day 0Treatment day
Towelettes begin
- Use your first towelette 4 hours post-peel, then subsequent towelettes per your aftercare booklet, at least 4 hours apart and all within the first 48 hours.
- They may cause light stinging. For itching, especially the first night, use Post Treatment Repair Cream, hydrocortisone, or an oral antihistamine.
- Days 1–2Tight and bronzed
Before peeling starts
- Skin looks tan, bronzed, or pink and may feel tight.
- Each morning apply SPF 30+.
- Stop using unused towelettes if peeling begins within 48 hours.
- Contact the clinic if post-peel kit products sting or irritate beyond tolerance.
- Days 3–5Peeling peaks
Let it shed on its own
- Peeling starts around the mouth and moves outward. The forehead and neck peel last.
- Safe products: your post-peel kit items, or a gentle cleanser plus Aquaphor plus sunscreen.
- Cleanse with fingertips only, no washcloths or brushes, and protect your face from hot water.
- Don’t pull, pick, rub, or force-peel skin. Small grooming scissors are okay to trim excess.
- Repair cream may sting briefly. For excessive dryness, apply a light layer of Aquaphor.
- Days 6–7Mostly done
Easing back in
- Peeling is mostly finished. Resume non-active products once it subsides.
- No exercise for 72–96 hours after treatment, since sweating risks hyperpigmentation or blistering.
- Days 7–10Back to routine
Protecting the result
- Resume actives once sensitivity normalizes.
- No exfoliating treatments, including facials, waxing, and threading, for 2 weeks.
- Avoid the sun, since new skin is UV-sensitive, and reapply sunscreen outdoors.
- Re-treat every 4 to 6 weeks.
Do
- Apply SPF 30+ every morning.
- Cleanse with fingertips only for the first week.
- Use Aquaphor on excessively dry areas.
- Keep your face away from hot water.
Don’t
- Pull, pick, rub, or force-peel your skin.
- Use washcloths, brushes, or exfoliants while peeling.
- Exercise or sweat for 72–96 hours.
- Book facials, waxing, or threading for 2 weeks.
- Sunbathe or skip sunscreen on new skin.
The amount of peeling varies from person to person. Most people peel less than they expect, and that doesn’t change how well the peel worked.
Pairs well with
Microneedling
On separate visits: microneedling breaks up pigment while the peel lifts it. Leave at least 14 days between.
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Hydrafacial
A gentle way to keep skin clear and glowing between peels.
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Botox & Dysport
Softens expression lines while your peel evens tone and texture, for a fresher look all around.
View treatmentProducts we recommend after your peel
Fresh Start
$108A ceramide-rich cream that comforts tight, flaking skin and supports the barrier.
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Dew Not Disturb (Non-tinted)
$56Your daily mineral sunscreen once the active peel is done. Fresh skin is very UV-sensitive.
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Even Intensive
A non-hydroquinone pigment serum that keeps the even tone a peel reveals, once healed.
Sold in store
Bright Side
$85An easy brightening step for ongoing tone correction between peels.
View productHold retinols and acids until your skin has fully recovered. We’ll confirm the timing.
Chemical Peels (VI Peel) FAQ
Does a VI Peel hurt?
Application is quick and generally comfortable, with only a mild tingle.
Can I wear makeup while peeling?
Best to skip it during active peeling. Once peeling subsides, you can resume.
Is it safe for my skin tone?
Peels work across a wide range of skin tones with the right peel and technique. For deeper complexions, we customize carefully.
Can I work through the peeling?
Most people do, though peeling is visible from about day 3 to day 6. If you have something important coming up, schedule the peel at least 2 weeks ahead.
What does a peel cost?
Pricing depends on the areas treated and how many sessions you need, so we confirm it at your consultation. Memberships and package pricing are available.
This content is educational and does not constitute medical advice. Individual results vary. Consult Dr. Ali or a qualified provider to discuss whether a treatment is right for you.
Results shown reflect this individual's experience and are not guaranteed. Outcomes vary based on skin type, treatment history, and how closely aftercare guidance is followed.