chemical peel

noun

: a cosmetic procedure for the removal of facial blemishes and wrinkles that involves the application of a caustic chemical and especially an acid (such as alpha hydroxy acid) to the skin

Examples of chemical peel in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Then, once back in Los Angeles, dermatologic nurse Amaju Amare of Amare Aesthetics would begin the long process of treating my residual dark marks and preventing future eruptions with a combination of chemical peels and the Aerolase laser. —Jessica Ourisman, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025

Unlike more intense exfoliation treatments like chemical peels, dermaplaning does not entirely remove the top layer of skin. —Carley Millhone, Health, 27 Dec. 2024

The first line of treatment is a medium-to-high-strength chemical peel. —Deanna Pai, Glamour, 19 Feb. 2025

Other treatments for acne scars include in-office treatments like chemical peels, which work for light and mild acne scars, as well as laser treatments like erbium laser resurfacing or radiofrequency microneedling, and even filler. —Kiana Murden, Vogue, 7 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1978, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for chemical peel

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Medical Definition

chemical peel

noun

: a cosmetic procedure for the removal of facial blemishes and wrinkles involving the application of a caustic chemical and especially an acid (as trichloroacetic acid) to the skin