Chemical Peels: TCA and Glycolic Aftercare Instructions

Aftercare is the most critical part of a successful chemical peel. Learn how to dilute and apply TCA peels safely, manage redness and peeling, and discover the best at-home peels for dark-skinned women to improve facial pigmentation.

The Best Ways to Care for My Face After a Chemical Peel

Published Jul,18 2017 | By Karen Hellesvig-Gaskell

Chemical peels help rejuvenate the skin via a chemical solution that sloughs off the damaged, outermost layer of the skin, which allows smoother, more evenly pigmented skin to surface, notes the American Academy of Dermatology. The mildest type of chemical peels generally contain alpha hydroxy acids, or AHAs.