Chemical Peel

Chemical peels at Zarrabi Plastic Surgery are a physician-supervised, non-surgical skin treatment designed to improve pigmentation irregularities, sun damage, fine lines, uneven texture, and mild superficial scarring. By applying a precisely selected exfoliating agent to the skin surface, the treatment removes layers of damaged keratinocytes and stimulates the dermis to produce new, healthier skin cells, resulting in a clearer, more even complexion.

The practice offers peels calibrated to skin type and concern. Superficial peels use alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) such as glycolic or lactic acid to treat mild textural concerns with no significant downtime; light redness and flaking resolve within two to three days. Medium-depth peels — often formulated with trichloroacetic acid (TCA) — address more significant sun damage, melasma, and moderate textural irregularities; downtime involves peeling and…

Chemical peels are frequently recommended alongside CO2 laser resurfacing, PRP facials, and microneedling as part of a layered skin health protocol. Dr. Zarrabi's team advises on the optimal combination and sequencing of treatments based on Fitzpatrick skin type, existing photodamage, and individual patient goals.