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Chemical Peels

This page provides detailed, clear information about Chemical Peels. Before a plan is agreed, your needs, medical history and suitability are assessed individually. Chemical peeling creates controlled exfoliation of the skin with a selected chemical solution. The ingredients, effects, preparation and healing process of superficial, medium and deep peelings are significantly different.

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01 / About this procedure

Chemical Peels

About the procedure

This page provides detailed, clear information about Chemical Peels. Before a plan is agreed, your needs, medical history and suitability are assessed individually.

Who may consider this procedure and what is its aim?

Chemical peeling creates controlled exfoliation of the skin with a selected chemical solution. The ingredients, effects, preparation and healing process of superficial, medium and deep peelings are significantly different.

When evaluating targets such as acne, color unevenness, dull appearance or fine lines, skin tone, barrier status, blemish tendency and recently used products are taken into account.

During the consultation, your intended change, daily schedule and priorities are considered together, so possible benefits, timing and aftercare needs form a plan you can understand.

Results and timing

More peeling does not mean better results. The change may be gradual and the blemishes, marks or lines may not disappear completely. For some people, another method is safer than serial procedure.

Redness, dryness and crusting may be expected; Persistent redness, infection, or darkening may be signs of complications. The risk of pigmentation, especially in darker skin tones, should be managed carefully.

Assessment and decision criteria

The peeling plan evaluates skin tone, type of blemish, active acne, barrier status, history of herpes, isotretinoin and other medications, previous reactions and sun exposure. The acid and depth used are selected according to the target.

Superficial, medium and deep peeling are not the same process; recovery time and risk profile vary markedly. The content of the product, its concentration, contact time and neutralization method should be described.

Limitations and suitability

  • Not every peeling is at the same depth; Stronger product does not mean better or safer.

  • Melasma and pigment problems can be worsened by the wrong product, sun exposure or inadequate care.

  • Active infection, herpes, open wound, recent isotretinoin use, scar tendency and some diseases may postpone the procedure.

Alternatives and combined procedure planning

Depending on the goal, regular sun protection, prescription topical care, microneedling, laser or dermatological procedures may be considered. In active skin disease, diagnosis and barrier procedure are required first.

High-intensity acids used at home are not a safe alternative to professional peeling. Layering products or combining peels recently with lasers and retinoids may increase the risk of barrier damage and pigmentation.

The choice of peeling should be taken together with the season, work conditions and the ability to avoid the sun; Depth should not be increased only due to strong product demand.

02 / Your procedure pathway

Your procedure pathway

  1. Procedure process

  2. Preparation before your consultation

  3. On the day of procedure

  4. Travel and appointment planning

YOUR ISTANBUL VISIT

Visit setting

How and where your appointment takes place is confirmed individually with the partner clinic before booking.

03 / Recovery & aftercare

Recovery & aftercare

Care, follow-up and safety

Aftercare

  • Do not peel, scratch or pick off scabs; Use recommended moisturizer and sun protection regularly.

  • Return to make-up, active product, sports, heat and swimming varies depending on the peeling depth.

  • Contact the clinic at any sign of severe burning, increased swelling, blistering, discharge, darkening, lightening, or scarring.

Information note

This content is provided for general information. It does not constitute a diagnosis, personalised medical advice or a guarantee of procedure results. Suitability, method, risks and the follow-up plan are determined through a face-to-face assessment by the relevant healthcare professional.

An informed decision

Prolonged redness, burns, infection, cold sores, darkening or lightening of the skin and, rarely, scarring may occur. Risk varies with peel depth and skin characteristics.

Who should perform the procedure?

The type and depth of peel must be selected by a qualified physician experienced in managing complications in the relevant skin tone.

04 / Procedure questions

Procedure questions

Questions to ask during your consultation

  • What chemical substance and depth are recommended?

  • How will the risk of pigment changes in my skin tone be managed?

  • What is the recovery and time off work?

  • Which products should I stop and when should I start over?

Is the recovery the same for all peelings?

No. Redness, peeling and follow-up needs are different for superficial, medium and deep peels.

Is sun protection necessary after peeling?

Yes. Newly healed skin is sensitive to the sun and failure to protect it can increase pigment problems.

Is home peeling the same?

Product density and follow-up review level may vary. Unsupervised use of strong chemical peels can cause serious burns.

Are the results permanent?

Skin continues to age and environmental influences; Results and repeat requirements vary depending on the target.

YOUR BOOKING JOURNEY

From your first request to a coordinated visit

A coordinator helps turn your goals and travel plans into clear next steps with a partner clinic.

  1. Share your goals

    Tell us what you are considering, your questions and preferred travel dates.

  2. Coordinator reply

    A coordinator replies in your language, reviews practical needs and explains the available next step.

  3. Clinical assessment

    A partner clinic and qualified clinician review your information, then discuss suitability, options, risks and expected recovery.

  4. Appointment confirmation

    The clinic, clinician, date, scope and practical details are confirmed with you before anything is booked.

  5. Istanbul coordination and follow-up

    If you choose, we help coordinate arrival, clinic timing and practical follow-up around your Istanbul visit.

Sending an enquiry does not confirm an appointment. The partner clinic and a qualified clinician assess suitability; your appointment is confirmed only after the details are agreed.

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