When you look in the mirror or at a picture of yourself do you see changes that you could have sworn weren’t there yesterday?
Maybe you see –
- Dull, rough skin
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Acne
- Large pores
- Blackheads
- Sun-damaged skin
- Sun and Age Spots
- Melasma
Facial peels are the perfect way to immediately exfoliate and improve the health and appearance of your skin. Our highly experienced and trained Certified Advanced Aestheticians offer a variety of different facial peels to meet your skin’s specific needs. Best of all, it also comes with a relaxing and hydrating facial. It is the marriage of the best of both worlds – clinical results with a relaxing spa service.
What Are Facial Peels?
A facial peel is a topical treatment that helps remove dead, dull skin cells from the surface of your face while also nourishing your skin with hydrating ingredients. It involves the application of a specialized solution to stimulate cell turnover and promote healthier, more even-toned skin. Peels range in strength and ingredients, and hydrating facials are also customizable based on your skin type.
What Do Facial Peels Treat?
Facial peels can help improve a wide range of skin concerns, including acne, hyperpigmentation, and sun damage. They are often used to soften fine lines, reduce the appearance of large pores, and smooth out rough or uneven skin texture. Patients with melasma, acne scarring, or early signs of aging may also benefit from regular peels. By encouraging fresh skin to the surface, peels can gradually give you a clearer, brighter, and more refined complexion.
Common Facial Peel Ingredients and How They Work
Facial peels use a variety of acids and active ingredients to exfoliate the skin and promote renewal. Glycolic acid, derived from sugar cane, penetrates deeply to reduce fine lines and improve texture. Salicylic acid is oil-soluble, making it especially effective for unclogging pores and treating acne-prone skin. Other ingredients like lactic acid, mandelic acid, and trichloroacetic acid (TCA) are selected based on how your skin responds and what concerns we’re addressing.
Who Should Consider a Facial Peel?
Facial peels are ideal for patients who want to refresh dull or aging skin without downtime. If you’re dealing with uneven tone, sunspots, acne, or early signs of aging, a peel may be a good option to support skin clarity and renewal. Those with sensitive skin or active breakouts can still be great candidates, but we’ll always evaluate your skin carefully before starting.
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Facial Peel Menu
SkinCeuticals Gel Peels
Not sure about having a facial peel? These gentle peels are great alone or in combination with microdermabrasion.
Glycolic – Lactic Gel Peel
- Great for
- Dry, Sensitive Skin
- Fading Brown Spots (hyperpigmenation)
- Rough Skin Texture
- Sun-damaged Skin
Salicylic – Mandelic Gel Peel
- Great for
- Acne
- Blackheads
- Excessively Oily Skin
- Hyperpigmentation – dark spots that occur after the breakout is gone
SkinCeuticals MicroPeel
Glycolic and Lactic Peels
- Great for
- Dry, Sensitive Skin
- Fading Brown Spots (hyperpigmentation)
- Rough Skin Texture
- Sun-damaged Skin
SkinCeuticals MicroPeel Plus
Salicylic Peels
- Great for
- Acne
- Blackheads
- Excessively Oily Skin
- Fading Brown Spots
SkinCeuticals Pigment Balancing Masque
- This 40% Glycolic Peel is perfect to fade brown spots and melasma (hyperpigmentation)
SkinCeuticals Advanced Corrective Peel
- This latest peel from SkinCeuticals really goes after –
- Sun and Age Spots
- Melasma
- Post-inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (dark spots after acne or trauma)
- Sun-damaged Skin
- Fine Lines and Wrinkles
- Mild Acne Scarring
- Acne
SkinMedica Vitalize & Rejuvenize Peels
- Want a peel that can do it all? Then these are the peels for you! After 3-5 days of gentle peeling, you are left with beautiful, healthy, radiant skin. Great for –
- Sun and Age Spots
- Melasma
- Post-inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (dark spots after acne or trauma)
- Sun-damaged Skin
- Fine Lines and Wrinkles
- Mild Acne Scarring
- Acne
Not sure which peel is best for your skin? Don’t worry! Our amazing staff will do a complete skin assessment and develop a treatment plan this is customized to your skin and your skincare goals.
ZO SkinHealth Stimulator Peel
This combination of alpha hydroxy acids helps improve your skin texture and tone by providing both epidermal exfoliation and renewal. Accelerated exfoliation of existing skin surface pigmentation creates a more even skin tone, while a unique brightening complex works to help prevent the formation of new pigmentation. Anti-irritants and antioxidants aid in reducing the appearance of redness and reduces skin irritation. This advanced facial peel is gentle for ALL skin types!
- Exfoliates dead skin cells and promotes epidermal renewal
- Suitable for all skin types. Even sensitive skin types.
- Evens skin tone and smooths rough skin texture
- Minimizes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
- Calms and soothes the skin
ZO SkinHealth 3-Step Peel
This exclusive blend of potent exfoliants: salicylic acid, TCA and lactic acid remove the outermost layers of the skin. Retinol Crème Complex works in addition to the initial exfoliation to boost skin renewal for longer-lasting skin benefits. Peeling is mild, with minimal to no downtime.
- Designed to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
- Hyperpigmentation Sun damage
- Acne scarring
- Rough skin texture
- Large pores
- Dullness
- This peel promotes softer, smoother, firmer looking skin
What to Expect During Your Peel
Before starting, we’ll cleanse your skin and review the specific type of peel selected for you. You may feel a mild tingling or warmth as the solution is applied, which typically fades after a few minutes. The entire treatment usually takes less than an hour and is often paired with soothing masks, hydrating serums, or facials to keep your skin balanced.
Recovery and Downtime After a Peel
The level of peeling and downtime depends on the strength of the peel used. Light peels may cause mild dryness or flaking for a few days, while deeper peels can lead to visible shedding for up to a week. It’s important to keep your skin moisturized and avoid picking or scrubbing as it heals. You’ll also need to avoid direct sun exposure and apply sunscreen regularly to protect your fresh skin. Most patients return to normal routines right away, with only minor adjustments during the healing process.
FAQs About Facial Peels
When Is the Best Time to Schedule a Facial Peel?
You can schedule a facial peel any time of year, but many patients prefer fall and winter when sun exposure is lower. Cooler weather helps minimize the risk of sun sensitivity while your skin heals. No matter the season, always apply sunscreen regularly after a peel to protect your results. If you have an upcoming event, plan your peel at least one to two weeks in advance to allow time for recovery.
Can I Get a Peel If I Have Sensitive Skin?
Sensitive skin does not automatically rule you out for a peel. We offer very mild formulations designed specifically for reactive or delicate skin types. If you have sensitive skin, we may start with a low-strength option and monitor your skin’s response closely. If your skin does well, we can gradually adjust the strength over time.
Will My Skin Peel?
Peeling varies depending on the type of peel you receive. Lighter peels often cause little to no visible peeling, while stronger peels can lead to flaking or shedding for several days. The amount of peeling does not always reflect how effective the treatment is. Even without visible peeling, your skin is still undergoing renewal beneath the surface.
How Soon Will I See Results From My Facial Peel?
You may start to see smoother, brighter skin within a few days, especially after light or medium-depth peels. Deeper peels take longer to heal, but noticeable improvements in tone, texture, and clarity typically appear within one to two weeks. Results continue to improve as your skin renews itself. When done as a series, peels build progressively to enhance overall skin quality.
About Your Provider
At Columbia Laser Skin Center, we have proudly served patients throughout The Dalles, Hood River, and the surrounding Columbia Gorge region since 2004. As the first med spa in the area, we offer a full range of aesthetic treatments performed by licensed, experienced providers under medical supervision. We prioritize your safety by using trusted devices and products sourced directly from manufacturers, never from third-party suppliers. Every visit is designed to give you a positive, comfortable experience from the moment you walk through our doors.
Refresh Your Skin With Facial Peels in The Dalles, OR
A facial peel can help refresh dull, uneven, or sun-damaged skin with minimal downtime. At Columbia Laser Skin Center in The Dalles, OR, we offer a range of peels designed to support clearer, smoother, and more radiant skin for patients across the Columbia Gorge region. If you are ready to improve your skin’s texture and tone, we can help you find the right option based on your goals and how your skin responds. To schedule your appointment, call (541) 298-5066 or contact us through our online form. We look forward to hearing from you!
