Chemical peels · Brooklyn, NY
Chemical peels for clearer, more even skin.
Customized medical-grade peels for acne, dark spots, melasma, fine lines and uneven texture. Every peel is chosen for your skin on the day and is safe for all skin tones, including deeper skin.
The basics
What is a chemical peel?
A chemical peel is a professional treatment that applies a controlled acid solution to the skin. It dissolves the bonds holding dead skin cells together, so they shed and make way for fresh, healthy skin underneath.
That renewal does more than brighten. Peels fade dark spots and post-acne marks, clear clogged pores, soften fine lines and smooth rough texture. Deeper peels also signal the skin to build new collagen over the following weeks.
Peels are measured by depth. A superficial peel works on the very top layer with little to no downtime. Medium-depth peels reach further for stronger correction and a few days of peeling. The right depth depends on your skin, your goals and how well your skin has been prepped.
What peels treat
Concerns we correct with peels.
Peels work best as part of a plan, paired with the right home care between visits.
Acne & breakouts
Clears congestion and calms active breakouts by keeping pores free of buildup.
Hyperpigmentation
Fades dark spots, sun damage and post-inflammatory marks left behind by acne.
Melasma
Lightens stubborn patches with carefully chosen acids and consistent prep.
Fine lines
Softens early lines and improves firmness by encouraging collagen.
Texture & scarring
Smooths rough skin, enlarged pores and shallow acne scars over a series.
Dullness
Restores glow by removing the dead skin that makes the complexion look flat.
Our peels
3 peels, matched to your skin.
On the day of your appointment we choose the exact peel within your level. Level 1 and Level 2 peels are paired with Celluma LED light therapy to calm the skin and support healing.
Level 1
Beginner friendly and summer safe. Brightens and clears congestion with little to no downtime. Usually a lactic, mandelic or glycolic acid peel.
Level 2
Still a superficial peel, with stronger correction for pigmentation, acne marks and texture. Expect some flaking and light peeling for a few days.
The Perfect Derma Peel
A dermatological peel for deeper pigmentation, melasma, acne scarring and fine lines. Expect visible peeling for about a week, and your skin is prepped first.
New to Vivify? Peels are booked after your consultation so we can prep your skin and choose the right level. Choose your consultation. Clients who want chemical peels should plan for professional home care products to prep the skin and speed up results.
Melanin-rich skin
Chemical peels for darker skin tones.
Deeper skin tones can absolutely get peels. The risk to manage is post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, where skin darkens after irritation. That is why the peel choice and the prep matter so much.
At Vivify, every peel is selected for your skin tone and sensitivity, your skin is prepped with home care before stronger peels, and we build depth gradually across your series. Hyperpigmentation correction on all skin tones is one of our specialties.
Book a ConsultationBefore and after
Preparing for your peel and caring for your skin after.
Before
- Follow your prescribed prep routine
- Stop prescribed topicals, retinoids and exfoliating acids 5 to 7 days before
- Avoid waxing and sun exposure for 1 week
- Let us know about any new medications
After
- Use only the gentle products we recommend
- Wear SPF every day, even indoors
- Let skin flake on its own, never pick or peel it
- Wait to restart prescribed topicals until we give you the OK
- Skip workouts, saunas and hot showers for 72 hours
Who should wait
- Pregnant or nursing clients (ask us which peels are safe for you)
- Anyone on Accutane within the last 6 months
- Anyone who has taken antibiotics in the last 2 weeks
- Active cold sores, open wounds or sunburn
- Very sensitive or compromised skin until it is repaired
New clients start here
Start with a consultation.
Peels are booked after your consultation so we can prep your skin and choose the right level. Pick the option that fits you best.
Virtual Consultation
Meet with YaYa by video from wherever you are. We go over your skin, history and goals, and you leave with a clear roadmap before you ever come in. Fully credited toward your plan when you move forward in person.
In-Person Consultation
A one-on-one skin assessment at our Brooklyn studio. We look at your skin up close, talk through your goals and build your treatment plan together.
Consultation + Customized Facial
Your consultation and your first corrective facial in the same visit. Ideal if you are ready to start treatment right away.
Already a Vivify client? Skip the consultation and book your next appointment on the Returning Clients page.
Questions
Chemical peel FAQs.
What is a chemical peel?
A chemical peel is a professional treatment that applies a controlled acid solution to the skin to dissolve dead skin cells and trigger cell renewal. The result is smoother texture, more even tone and brighter skin.
Are chemical peels safe for dark skin?
Yes, when the peel is chosen and applied correctly. Every peel is customized for your skin tone, and your skin is prepped beforehand to lower the risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.
How many peels will I need?
Most concerns need a series of 4 to 6 peels spaced 2 to 4 weeks apart. Your exact plan is built at your consultation.
Does a chemical peel hurt?
Most clients feel tingling or warmth for a few minutes while the peel is on. The LED therapy that follows helps calm the skin.
Is there downtime?
Level 1 peels have little to no downtime. Deeper peels cause flaking or peeling for about 3 to 7 days, and most clients go about their day as usual.
Can I combine a peel with other treatments?
Yes. Peels pair well with Jet Plasma and customized facials inside a treatment plan. We map out the order and timing at your consultation.
Start here
Find the right peel for your skin.
Your consultation is where we assess your skin, choose your peel level and build a plan that gets you results safely.
Choose Your Consultation