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
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Once nursing has ended, stronger options such as hydroquinone, tretinoin, or chemical peels can be considered under a dermatologist's supervision.
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Sherri Gordon, Parents, 18 Dec. 2025
In the United States, microdermabrasion is one of the most common nonsurgical procedures performed at medspas and dermatologist offices—and has been ever since it was first introduced in 1985 as a less aggressive alternative to chemical peels.
—Maria Goldbach, Vogue, 10 Dec. 2025
Greater concentrations of lactic acid are typically found in professional treatments like chemical peels.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 14 Oct. 2025
What sets this apart from a chemical peel?
—Samantha Mims, Essence, 3 Oct. 2025
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Sherri Gordon, Parents, 18 Dec. 2025
In the United States, microdermabrasion is one of the most common nonsurgical procedures performed at medspas and dermatologist offices—and has been ever since it was first introduced in 1985 as a less aggressive alternative to chemical peels.
—Maria Goldbach, Vogue, 10 Dec. 2025
Greater concentrations of lactic acid are typically found in professional treatments like chemical peels.
—Sherri Gordon, Health, 14 Oct. 2025
What sets this apart from a chemical peel?
—Samantha Mims, Essence, 3 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for chemical peel
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“Chemical peel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/chemical%20peel. Accessed 21 Dec. 2025.
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