A chemical peel can be done on the face, neck, and hands. This treatment can have the following benefits:

• Reduce the appearance of small wrinkles around the eyes and mouth.
• Treat sun-damaged and aging wrinkles.
• Enhance the appearance of minor scars
• Treat specific forms of acne
• It helps to reduce age spots, freckles, and dark patches (melasma) caused by pregnancy or birth control medications.
• Enhance the appearance and feel of your skin. 
• It can also helps with the area of sun damage. 

Because the skin is momentarily more sensitive to the sun after a chemical peel, use sunscreen every day. It should indicate "broad spectrum" on the label, which means it protects against UVA and UVB rays from the sun. It should also be a physical sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30. Wear a wide-brimmed hat and limit your time in the sun, especially between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Who is an ideal candidate for a skin peel treatment? 

In general, people with pale complexions and light hair are better candidates for chemical peels. Depending on the sort of problem being treated, you may also have favorable results if you have darker skin. However, you may be more likely to have uneven skin tone following the surgery.

Chemical peels do not work effectively on skin that sags, bulges, or has more severe creases. Other cosmetic surgery treatments, including laser resurfacing, a facelift, brow lift, eyelid lift, or soft tissue filler (collagen or fat), may be required. A dermatologic surgeon can advise you on the best course of treatment for you.

How does chemical peel treatment work? 

Depending on the type of chemical peel, a reaction similar to sunburn occurs following the procedure. Chemical peel treatment usually involves redness followed by scaling that ends within three to seven days. Mild peels may be repeated at one- to four-week intervals until you get the look you're after.

Medium-depth and deep peeling may cause edema as well as blisters that split, harden, turn brown, and peel off over a seven- to fourteen-day period. If necessary, medium-depth peels can be repeated every six to twelve months.

After treatment, you may require bandages on some or all of the treated skin for several days.

Because your new skin will be fragile following a chemical peel, you should avoid the sun for several months.

Is it safe? 

Yes, it is safe, but after the treatment, you just have to take some precautions for a while. But before going for the treatment, always take advice from your dermatologist so you can avoid any complications. Every skin has its own way to react to every treatment or product, always go to professionals like Dr.Ishan Sardesai, director of the Face Center. He is a board certified and trusted dermatologist, you can visit the Face Center for further information or an appointment. 

Some skin types are more prone to a transient or permanent color change after a chemical peel. Taking birth control pills, having a second pregnancy, or having a family history of brownish staining on the face may increase the likelihood.

Scarring is unlikely in specific parts of the face. Some people may scar more easily than others. Scarring can usually be treated successfully if it occurs.