Chemical Peels in Corte Madera & Los Gatos

Medically reviewed by Dr. Michael Potter, MDLast reviewed

Performed byOur nurse practitioner

Offered at520 Tamalpais Drive, Ste 204, Corte Madera

Reveal a brighter, smoother complexion with Afterglow’s advanced chemical and enzyme peel treatments. Designed to address a variety of skin concerns, our curated selection of peels offers solutions for uneven skin tone, acne scars, fine lines, and dullness. Whether you need a gentle exfoliation or a deep skin renewal, we have a peel to meet …

IS IT RIGHT FOR YOU

Who it’s for

  • Adults who want brighter, smoother skin, a more even tone, or help with sun damage and fine lines.
  • All skin tones, with a provider experienced in peels for darker skin.

PCA Skin Peels

PCA Skin Peels are clinically advanced treatments designed to target acne, hyperpigmentation, and signs of aging. These customizable peels offer results-driven solutions with minimal downtime, leaving your skin refreshed and rejuvenated.

Benefits :

  • Addresses fine lines, acne scars, and uneven tone
  • Reduces the appearance of discoloration
  • Improves skin texture and clarity

SkinMedica Peels

SkinMedica’s professional-grade chemical peels are ideal for clients seeking radiant, healthy skin. Choose from the Illuminize, Revitalize, or Rejuvenize peels based on your skin type and goals.

  1. Illuminize Peel: Perfect for first-time peel clients, this gentle peel enhances skin glow and radiance with no downtime.
  2. Revitalize Peel: Targets fine lines, acne, and mild discoloration, revealing a smoother, more even complexion.
  3. Rejuvenize Peel: A deeper peel for advanced skin concerns such as moderate to severe discoloration, acne scarring, and pronounced wrinkles.

Benefits :

  • Improves skin tone, texture, and clarity
  • Targets signs of aging and acne
  • Offers options for all skin types and concerns

VI Peel (Nurse-Only Treatment)

The VI Peel is a transformative treatment designed to address a variety of concerns, including sun damage, acne scars, and wrinkles. Administered by a licensed nurse for optimal results, this peel penetrates deeply to stimulate collagen production and improve skin elasticity.

Benefits :

  • Treats signs of aging, acne, and hyperpigmentation
  • Promotes smoother, firmer skin
  • Minimal downtime with noticeable results
have a question?

Quick answers to questions you may have

Recovery and Aftercare

Recovery time varies depending on the depth of the peel:

  • Superficial Peels: Minimal downtime; slight redness may occur but subsides quickly.
  • Medium Peels: Redness and mild peeling may last 3–7 days.
  • Deep Peels: More intensive peeling with redness for up to two weeks.

    Proper aftercare is essential to protect and nourish your skin as it heals. Sunscreen is especially important to prevent damage to your newly refreshed skin.
Why Choose a Chemical Peel?
Chemical peels are an effective solution for a variety of skin concerns, offering both immediate and long-term benefits. Whether you’re looking to reduce scarring, brighten your complexion, or address signs of aging, a chemical peel can provide dramatic improvements with a tailored approach to meet your needs.

SAFETY

Safety information

Read this before your treatment, and tell your provider about any condition or medicine it mentions.

Who should not have it

  • Tell your provider first if you take or have ever taken isotretinoin, get cold sores, or scar easily.
  • Tell your provider about all medicines, herbs, vitamins and supplements you take, and past cosmetic treatments.

Common side effects

  • Redness and peeling: a light peel heals in about 1 to 7 days.
  • Temporary darkening of the skin.

Serious risks

  • Persistent redness that can last for months.
  • Permanent pigment problems in skin of color without an experienced provider.
  • Scarring, very rare.

Sources

  1. American Academy of Dermatology: Chemical peels FAQs
  2. American Academy of Dermatology: Chemical peels, preparation

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