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3300 East South St. #105
Long Beach, CA 90805
(562) 531-2020
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3801 Katella Ave. #130
Los Alamitos, CA 90720
(562) 598-7728
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Chemical peels use a chemical solution, usually an acid, to ‘peel’ away the top layers of the epidermis in order to improve conditions such as acne, irregular pigmentation or wrinkles. Chemical peels have been in use for a number of years and are a highly popular way to improve the texture and look of skin. Over half a million people have chemical peels performed each year. There are a wide variety of peels available, each with its own unique benefits as well as risks. This website is dedicated to providing people looking for better skin a place to become educated About Us the use of these peels, and whether they may be right for you.
Q: Is a chemical peel helpful for controlling acne?
Chemical peels are sometimes helpful at controlling acne by exfoliating the skin.
Q: Which is better, a microdermabrasion or chemical peel?
Both aim to remove the upper skin layers. They are both used to exfoliate skin, though there are deeper peels which are used to rejuvenate the skin more thoroughly. These deeper peels have largely been replaced by lasers.
Q: What can a chemical peel treat?
Chemical peels are used to provide exfoliation, skin rejuvenation and general skin tone improvement. See skin peels to learn more.
Q: Who should do my chemical peel?
Chemical peels are often performed by medical aestheticians. However, any skin treatments should be performed under the guidance and expertise of a board certified physician, especially when performed around the eye. At Long Beach Laser and Cosmetic Center, all of our procedures are performed by a Board Certified physician.