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Zona Physical Therapy & Wellness

Aesthetics · Buford, GA

Chemical Peels in Buford, GA

Reveal Fresher-Looking Skin.

Professional exfoliating solutions selected for your skin type, concerns, and comfort with downtime.

An aesthetician applying a clear peel solution to a client’s forehead with a fan brushRepresentative image

The Treatment

What is Chemical Peels?

A chemical peel applies a professional exfoliating solution to the skin to loosen and remove dead surface cells. As the skin renews, it may look smoother, brighter, and more even.

Peels range from very light, with little visible peeling, to stronger formulations with more downtime. Your provider selects a peel based on your skin and goals.

Common cosmetic concerns

  • Dull or uneven skin tone
  • The appearance of sun damage or dark spots
  • Rough texture
  • Congested pores and breakouts
  • Fine lines

How it works

  • Skin is cleansed and prepped to remove oil.
  • The peel solution is applied in layers for a set time while your provider monitors the skin.
  • The peel is neutralized or removed as directed, and soothing products and sunscreen are applied.

Your Visit

Before, during, and after

  1. Before

    Your consultation reviews your skin type, sensitivities, medications, and recent treatments. You may be asked to stop retinoids or exfoliants for several days beforehand.

  2. During

    Most clients feel tingling, warmth, or a brief stinging sensation. A fan may be used for comfort.

  3. After

    Depending on the peel, you may notice tightness, redness, or flaking over several days. Do not pick at peeling skin. Daily sunscreen and gentle skin care are essential.

Safety

Risks, limitations, and who should wait

Your consultation reviews your health history to confirm this treatment is appropriate for you.

Possible side effects and limitations

  • Redness, stinging, tightness, and flaking
  • Temporary sensitivity to sun
  • Changes in pigmentation, especially in deeper skin tones or with sun exposure
  • Cold sore flare in susceptible individuals
  • Rarely, irritation, infection, or scarring

May not be appropriate if you have

  • Pregnancy or breastfeeding (for certain peel ingredients)
  • Isotretinoin use within the past 6 months, or as advised by your provider
  • Active infection, open wounds, or sunburn in the area
  • Allergy to peel ingredients, such as aspirin sensitivity for salicylic peels
  • Recent waxing, laser, or other resurfacing in the area

Individual results vary. Aesthetic treatments are cosmetic and are not a substitute for medical care. No specific outcome is guaranteed, and some concerns may need a series of sessions or may be better suited to another treatment.

FAQs

Chemical Peels questions

Prefer to talk it through? Call 678-765-0909.

Will my skin visibly peel?

It depends on the peel. Lighter peels may cause little visible peeling, while stronger peels can cause flaking for several days.

Are chemical peels safe for all skin tones?

Many peels can be used across skin tones, but selection matters. Your provider will choose a peel with your skin type in mind.

How often can I get a peel?

This depends on peel strength. Your provider will recommend spacing between sessions.

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Serving Buford, Sugar Hill, Suwanee, Flowery Branch, Dacula, and Braselton from 4305 South Lee Street, Suite 300.

Curious about Chemical Peels?

Start with a consultation to discuss your goals, review your health history, and find the right treatment plan.