Aesthetic Treatments · Medical-Grade Skin Resurfacing
Chemical peels, in Scottsdale & Phoenix
Chemical peels at Xynwell are physician-supervised treatments that improve skin texture, tone, fine lines, and overall skin quality through controlled exfoliation and regeneration. Every peel is selected according to your skin type, concerns, and goals — performed or directly supervised by Dr. Ami Shah, a fellowship-trained, board-certified oculofacial plastic surgeon with particular expertise in the delicate skin surrounding the eyes.
Best for
- Fine lines
- Sun damage
- Uneven pigmentation
- Rough texture
- Acne discoloration
- Skin rejuvenation
What chemical peels do
Chemical peels use carefully selected medical-grade acids to remove damaged outer skin layers and stimulate healthier skin renewal beneath. As the treated skin heals, texture becomes smoother, pigmentation appears more even, and the complexion looks brighter and more refreshed.
Different peel depths produce different levels of improvement, recovery, and maintenance. During your consultation, Dr. Shah recommends the appropriate treatment based on your skin, goals, and lifestyle.
Peel depths
The right depth for your skin
Peels are chosen along a spectrum — from gentle surface exfoliation to deeper resurfacing — balancing the result you want against recovery time and your skin type.
Superficial peels
Gentle exfoliation of the outermost skin layer.
Ideal for
- Dull skin
- Mild discoloration
- Early fine lines
- Routine skin maintenance
Recovery is typically limited to mild flaking for several days, and a series of treatments often produces the best results.
Medium peels
Reach deeper into the skin to improve:
Improves
- Moderate sun damage
- Pigmentation
- Fine lines
- Texture irregularities
Visible peeling and redness generally last about one week.
Deep peels
The most dramatic resurfacing — with significantly more healing time and careful patient selection.
Reserved for
- Select candidates only
Because deeper peels involve greater risks — including pigment changes and prolonged recovery — they are reserved for carefully chosen patients.
A specialized focus around the eyes
The skin around the eyes is the thinnest and most delicate on the face. Dr. Shah's surgical practice focuses exclusively on the eyelids and surrounding facial structures, allowing her to evaluate and treat this region with a detailed understanding of its anatomy.
Q: Can chemical peels safely improve the delicate skin under the eyes?
In appropriately selected patients, yes — but the periocular skin is unforgiving and requires careful judgment about peel type and depth. It is a region where the wrong treatment shows quickly.
Who is a good candidate?
Chemical peels are an excellent complement to surgical rejuvenation and injectable treatments, but cannot correct structural concerns such as excess eyelid skin, fat prolapse, or significant facial laxity.
A peel may be appropriate to improve
- Uneven skin tone
- Sun damage
- Fine lines
- Rough texture
- Mild acne scarring
- Early signs of aging
May not be recommended with
- Active skin infection
- Open wounds
- Certain inflammatory skin conditions
- Recent isotretinoin use
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Certain darker skin types considering medium or deep peels
Dr. Shah reviews these factors carefully during consultation to confirm a peel is safe and appropriate for you.
What to expect
Smoother, brighter, renewed
Following your consultation, your treatment plan is customized to your skin. Some patients benefit from several weeks of skin preparation before medium or deeper peels. During treatment, you may notice warmth or mild stinging as the solution is applied.
Afterward, the skin gradually peels and renews over the following days. You'll receive detailed instructions focused on gentle skincare, hydration, and sun protection.
Frequently asked questions
Are medical-grade peels different from spa peels?
Yes. Medical-grade peels use stronger formulations and physician-directed protocols that allow treatment at greater depths while prioritizing safety and predictable results.
How many treatments will I need?
Superficial peels are commonly performed as a series. Medium peels often provide significant improvement with a single treatment. Your recommendation depends on your goals.
Can chemical peels be combined with other procedures?
Absolutely. They are frequently combined with neuromodulators, fillers, laser resurfacing, and eyelid surgery as part of a comprehensive facial rejuvenation plan.
Are chemical peels safe for darker skin tones?
Many superficial peels can be safely performed across a broad range of skin types. Medium and deeper peels require more careful evaluation because the risk of pigment changes increases with certain skin tones.
Schedule a Consultation
Medical-grade resurfacing, guided by physician expertise.
If you're considering a chemical peel — or wondering whether another treatment may be more appropriate — we'll perform a comprehensive evaluation and recommend a plan tailored to your anatomy, skin quality, and aesthetic goals. Xynwell welcomes patients from Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Phoenix, Arcadia, Fountain Hills, and throughout the Valley.