Chemical Peels in San Antonio

Chemical peels at Baumholtz Plastic Surgery in San Antonio treat sun damage, uneven tone, acne and acne scarring, fine lines and dull texture. Because peel strength has to be matched to your skin type and your goal, treatments here are selected after an in-person skin assessment rather than chosen from a menu.

How a Chemical Peel Works

A chemical solution is applied to the skin to remove its outer layers in a controlled way. As that damaged surface lifts, the skin underneath is smoother and more even, and the healing process stimulates new collagen.

The depth of the peel determines what it can treat and how long recovery takes. A light peel works on the surface layer and suits dullness and mild texture. A deeper peel reaches further and addresses stronger pigmentation, lines and scarring, with more downtime in return.

What Chemical Peels Treat

• Sun damage and brown spots
• Uneven skin tone and dullness
• Melasma and post-inflammatory pigmentation
• Active acne and congested pores
• Mild acne scarring
• Fine lines around the eyes and mouth
• Rough or uneven texture
• Enlarged-looking pores

Types of Peels We Offer

We offer [PEEL NAMES]. At your consultation we choose the depth that matches your skin and your goal.

Peel depth	Best for	Typical downtime
Light	Dullness, mild texture, maintenance, first-time patients	Little to none; mild flaking for a few days
Medium	Sun damage, pigmentation, fine lines, acne scarring	Several days of visible peeling
Deeper	Significant sun damage and deeper lines	[DOWNTIME], discussed in detail at consultation

Many patients do best with a series of light to medium peels rather than one aggressive treatment, particularly those with deeper skin tones.

Chemical Peels and Skin Tone

Skin tone matters more with peels than with almost any other skin treatment. Deeper skin tones carry a higher risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, where the skin darkens in response to the treatment itself. That is the opposite of what a peel for pigmentation is meant to achieve.

This does not rule out peels for medium and deep skin tones. It means the peel type, the strength and the preparation have to be chosen carefully, and that the skincare you use in the weeks beforehand matters as much as the peel. We assess your skin and discuss this openly at your consultation.

Chemical Peel or Microneedling?

Both improve skin texture and tone, and they work differently.

• A chemical peel works from the surface down, resurfacing the outer layers. It is strongest for pigmentation, sun damage, dullness and congestion.
• Microneedling creates controlled micro-injuries deeper in the skin to stimulate collagen. It is strongest for texture, acne scarring and fine lines.

Many patients benefit from both at different points in a treatment plan. We will tell you which is likely to serve you better first.

What to Expect

1. Consultation and prep. We assess your skin type and history. You may be asked to use specific products for several weeks beforehand, and to stop retinoids and exfoliants a few days before.
2. During. The skin is cleansed and the solution applied. Most patients feel tingling, warmth or mild stinging that passes quickly. Treatment takes about [DURATION].
3. Immediately after. Skin looks flushed, similar to sunburn. Makeup can usually be worn after [MAKEUP TIME].
4. Days two to seven. Flaking or peeling begins, depending on depth. Let the skin shed on its own; picking it causes pigmentation and scarring.
5. After healing. Tone looks more even and texture smoother. Daily sunscreen is essential, since fresh skin burns easily and sun exposure undoes the result.

How Many Treatments Will I Need?

Some patients see a visible improvement after one peel, particularly for dullness before an event. Pigmentation, acne and scarring usually need a series of [N TREATMENTS] treatments spaced [N WEEKS] weeks apart, followed by maintenance peels a few times a year.

Who Is a Good Candidate?

Chemical peels suit adults who want better tone and texture without surgery or significant downtime. They are a good first step for patients not ready for laser or surgical options.

Peels may not be appropriate if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have taken isotretinoin recently, have active cold sores, eczema or open skin in the treatment area, or have had significant recent sun exposure. Tell us about any medications and skin conditions, since several affect how skin responds.

Cost of Chemical Peels in San Antonio

Peels start at [PRICE] per treatment, depending on depth and the area treated. Package pricing is available for a series. Current offers appear on our specials page.

Aftercare and Products

What you use on your skin after a peel affects the result as much as the peel itself. We recommend medical-grade products from our skincare shop, particularly a daily broad-spectrum sunscreen, a gentle cleanser and a barrier-supporting moisturiser. Hold off on retinoids, acids and scrubs until [PROVIDER] tells you it is safe.

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