Brighten, Smooth, And Reset Your Skin
Uneven skin tone, stubborn acne scars, fine lines, and sun damage collect slowly, then show up all at once. Chemical peels offer a practical way to clear dead skin cells, refine texture, and nudge collagen production for healthier-looking skin. At Bonakdar Aesthetics in Newport Beach, facial chemical peels are planned like medical treatments, not one-size-fits-all spa facials. Your chemical peel procedure is tailored to your skin type, your downtime window, and your skin goals, so the result feels intentional and natural.
What Is A Chemical Peel?
A chemical peel is a skin resurfacing treatment that applies a precise chemical solution to the outer layers of facial skin. The solution loosens compacted skin cells, speeds cell turnover, and stimulates new collagen production. As treated skin heals, texture looks smoother, tone appears more even, and lines and wrinkles soften. Light chemical peels refresh with little to no downtime. Medium chemical peels press deeper to improve pigment and etched lines. Deep chemical peels exist for the right candidate and the right concern, with more recovery and larger payoff.
Peel formulas vary. Lactic acid excels at gentle hydration and glow. Salicylic acid cuts through excess oils to clear pores and brighten post-breakout marks. Jessner blends and TCA peel options reach more stubborn discoloration and fine etched lines. In select cases, a branded blue peel (a TCA formulation tinted for control) helps treat moderate sun damage and uneven pigmentation with predictable peeling.
Most patients seek peels for anti-aging and clarity. A well-planned peel improves fine lines and wrinkles, dark spots from sun exposure, uneven skin tone, enlarged pores, lingering acne scars, certain stretch marks, and the crepey look that gathers along the cheeks and lower face. In Orange County’s coastal light, chemical peels help reverse visible sun damage while supporting skin elasticity for a more radiant complexion.
Common skin conditions addressed:
These light chemical treatments target the epidermis; great for dullness, slightly pink blotchiness, and early signs of aging. Expect a brighter surface and smoother makeup application in a few days with minimal downtime.
TCA-based blends improve uneven skin tone, moderate sun damage, fine etched lip lines, and mild acne scars. Peeling is visible for five to seven days as thin layers shed, revealing clearer new skin.
Reserved for select skin types and deeper concerns such as pronounced lines and long-standing texture change. Deep peels deliver significant results with the longest recovery. We use them thoughtfully, often as part of a staged treatment plan.
Every chemical peel treatment at our Newport Beach office begins with a conversation and a close look at your skin. We review medical history, medications, prior facial treatments, tanning habits, and your skincare routine. We also discuss specific treatment areas, face, neck, chest, or hands, and map a plan to match desired results with the time you have for the peeling process. A medical aesthetician or physician will guide product prep, schedule, and at-home care so skin heals smoothly.
Sensitive skin requires a measured approach. We often start with lactic or mandelic-leaning blends, then build toward medium depth as tolerated. Oilier skin with clogged pores benefits from salicylic-forward peels. Uneven pigmentation from sun exposure may call for staged TCA or a blue peel. Stretch marks and surgical scars sometimes respond to focal, layered applications. The point is precision, an individualized treatment rather than a generic series.
On treatment day, your provider cleanses and degreases the skin, then applies the chemical peel solution in even passes. You may feel a warm, prickly sensation or mild burning sensation that tapers within minutes. Some peels self-neutralize; others are neutralized by the clinician. Immediately after, skin can look slightly pink and feel tight. Before you leave, we’ll apply barrier support and sunscreen and review aftercare.
Light peels take about 20–30 minutes. Medium peels typically run 30–45 minutes. Deep chemical peels are longer, with additional monitoring and recovery instructions. Most patients walk out and resume normal routines the same day after light peels; medium-depth peels ask for several quiet days while the skin lifts.
Your chemical peel treatment is performed in our Newport Beach office and typically lasts 30 to 45 minutes. After cleansing the treatment area, your provider will apply the chemical solution. You may feel a slight burning sensation or tingling. The peel is left on for a specific period, depending on its depth, and is then neutralized or removed.
For light peels, there is usually no downtime. Medium and deep peels may result in visible peeling or redness for several days to two weeks, during which new skin cells regenerate.
Day 1–2: Skin feels taut and looks sun-kissed or rosy.
Day 3–5: Light flaking for superficial peels; more pronounced sheet-like peeling for medium depth peels, especially around the mouth and nose.
Day 6–7: Fresh skin appears; lingering pink resolves gradually.
A few more days of gentle care lock in hydration while the regeneration process continues under the surface.
Avoid direct sun exposure and tanning beds throughout healing. Use a gentle cleanser, a bland moisturizer, and mineral sunscreen. Skip hot yoga and saunas until peeling ends. Don’t pick. Don’t scrub. Treated skin needs calm to re-epithelialize. The reward for patience is smoother skin and a clearer, more even finish.
Chemical peels give you meaningful change without plastic surgery. Light peels create quick radiance and tighter-looking pores. Medium depth blends reduce wrinkles at rest, improve patchy pigment, and refine texture. Deep peels tackle persistent lines and thicker, weathered skin. As collagen growth builds over the next several weeks, tone and texture continue to improve. Many patients alternate peels with other face treatments, like HydraFacial, microneedling, or laser resurfacing, depending on the season and their downtime.
Expect brighter tone within a week of a light peel and more dramatic, longer-lasting results after a medium course. Reduced wrinkles, a more balanced skin tone, and a consistent youthful glow are typical when peels are spaced and supported correctly.
Both peels and lasers are forms of skin resurfacing. Peels use chemistry to lift the outer layers and stimulate renewal. Laser treatments use energy to target pigment, water, or collagen at specific depths. For melasma-prone or sensitive skin types, a superficial or medium chemical peel may be safer than certain lasers. For deeper wrinkles or surgical scars, fractional laser resurfacing or COâ‚‚ can reach deeper layers in a controlled way. The right plan often includes both over time, with peels maintaining clarity between laser sessions.
All skin types can benefit from peels when formulas and depth are chosen carefully. We calibrate strengths for melanin-rich skin to limit post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and build results gradually. We also time peels away from sun-intense events and discuss medications that increase sensitivity. Your provider will explain expected peeling, the slightly pink phase, and the best cadence for your lifestyle.
Most patients tolerate peels well with minimal downtime. You may feel a brief burning sensation during application; it fades quickly. Peels are not a substitute for daily sunscreen or a thoughtful skincare routine. They work best as part of a steady plan that protects results after the skin heals.
This is physician-led care in a coastal city where skin is always on display. You’ll meet with a knowledgeable team that values proportion, barrier-friendly protocols, and honest timelines. Plans are individualized, recovery is well supported, and communication is clear: what the peel can do, how the peeling process unfolds, and how to maintain results. Our Newport Beach location serves Orange County with medical-grade face treatments that look like you, only refreshed.
Healthy, radiant skin comes from steady, smart resurfacing, not chance. If you’re considering chemical peels Newport Beach patients trust, schedule a consultation at Bonakdar Aesthetics. We’ll build an individualized treatment that respects your skin type, your calendar, and your long-term goals. Expect thoughtful guidance, medical oversight, and visible change that holds up in real life.
For brightness and tone, three light peels spaced two to four weeks apart work well. For acne scars, uneven pigmentation, or etched lines, plan three to four medium peels or a staged plan that mixes modalities. Maintenance is seasonal for many Newport Beach patients.
Yes, with the right formulas and pacing. We favor lactic or mandelic starts, shorter contact times, and careful prep. Your treatment plan is built based on how your skin responds.
Light peels smooth the surface with quick flaking. Medium peels (often TCA-based) address uneven pigmentation and fine etched lines with visible peeling over five to seven days. Deep peels reach the most stubborn changes with the longest recovery.
Salicylic, Jessner, and TCA peels reduce pore congestion and soften mild to moderate acne scars. For deeper scars, we may alternate peels with microneedling or fractional laser for optimal results.
Once skin is intact and comfortable. With superficial peels, many apply mineral makeup by day two or three. Medium peels usually wait until visible peeling finishes, often around day five to seven.
A blue peel is a TCA peel colored for visibility and control during application. It’s useful for moderate sun damage and uneven pigmentation when we want even depth and predictable peeling.
Avoid direct sun exposure and tanning beds during healing and for at least two weeks after. Skip strenuous exercise, saunas, and hot yoga until peeling stops. These steps protect treated skin and keep pigment even.
Contact Bonakdar Aesthetics for Cosmetic Dermatology and Skin Care in Newport Beach, Orange County, Palm Desert CA.
Ready for a glow-up that starts with your skin? Contact Bonakdar Aesthetics today to schedule a personalized consultation. Let our expert team create a treatment plan that’s tailored to your skin’s condition, concerns, and goals. We proudly serve Newport Beach, Orange County, and beyond with advanced skincare that delivers visible results.
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This information from Palm Desert & Newport Beach's skin care specialist, Dr. Monica Bonakdar is not a substitute for health care or advice. You must consult with a physician regarding any health questions you may have. *Individual results may vary. Photos and reviews do not guarantee outcomes and no prediction of outcome is implied.
