Chemical peels range widely in strength and depth, and using the wrong one for your skin type is a common cause of irritation or pigmentation problems. Dr. Chopade selects peel type and concentration specifically for your skin's tolerance and your treatment goal.
Medical peels vs. what's sold over the counter
The acids in clinic peels are the same families found in home skincare — glycolic, salicylic, lactic and their relatives — at genuinely different concentrations, applied for a controlled time and neutralised properly. That's what makes them effective for acne, marks, and dullness, and it's also why they belong in a supervised setting, especially on darker or sensitive skin where an over-strong peel can leave pigmentation of its own.
What a session is like
Skin is cleansed, the peel applied for a set duration (a light tingle or warmth is normal), then neutralised and soothed — around thirty minutes door to door. Lighter peels cause no visible peeling at all; medium peels may flake for a few days. Sunscreen afterward is non-negotiable, since freshly renewed skin pigments easily.
Honest expectations
One peel gives glow; a series changes skin. Plans typically run four to six sessions a few weeks apart, building strength as your skin demonstrates tolerance. Peels won't remove deep scars or established melasma alone — for those, they work as one layer of a broader plan, which is exactly how they're prescribed here.