Medical peels in Valencia

A medical peel produces controlled skin renewal. The depth reached determines the intended effect, recovery time and risks.

In simple terms, we distinguish:

• Superficial. These act on the outermost layer. Short recovery, more limited correction and several sessions.
• Medium-depth. These reach the superficial dermis: a visible wound, crusting and one or two weeks of recovery, with greater risk.
• Deep. Highly selected cases, in a controlled setting with monitoring, because the product is absorbed and can have systemic effects. They are not routine treatments.

Peels at medical concentrations must not be performed at home: they risk burns and scarring.

Skin concerns

Pigmentation, uneven texture or superficial marks.

Peel application

A solution renews the surface in a controlled way.

Renewal

The treated layer sheds, making way for new skin.

Renewed skin

New skin replaces the treated layer.

Superficial peels improve mild or moderate acne and residual pigmentation, uneven texture and early photoageing. They complement rather than replace medical acne treatment. For scars, they may help very superficial texture but do not correct deep scars.

For pigmentation and melasma , they complement first-line treatment: they are combined with sun protection and prescribed topical treatment, and an overly aggressive peel can darken melasma.

An isolated pigmented lesion that differs from others or has changed must be diagnosed by a dermatologist before anything is applied. Treating without diagnosis delays recognition of a possible lesion and alters its appearance.

We prefer to start conservatively and increase intensity only when indicated.

Before treatment, we assess the concern you want to improve, your skin type, tendency to develop pigmentation and aspects of your history that may affect suitability.

Some cases require skin preparation at home beforehand. On treatment day, the area is cleaned and the peel applied in a controlled way while monitoring the skin response. Sensation depends on depth and may range from itching or warmth to more intense discomfort.

Superficial peels are usually planned as three to five sessions a few weeks apart; medium-depth peels as a single procedure or very few sessions. Lower intensity per session means more sessions.

Results are not assessed immediately because redness and flaking temporarily change skin appearance. Recovery after a superficial peel usually takes one to seven days; sometimes there is no visible flaking, which does not mean it has not worked. A medium-depth peel involves one to two weeks with redness, temporary darkening and crusting.

Results are not permanent: skin continues ageing, sunlight causes new pigmentation and melasma recurs, so superficial peels require maintenance. Improvement is assessed using comparable photographs.

What a peel cannot do

A peel does not replace surgery for laxity or significant excess skin, nor restore volume.

It is also not suitable for every scar, wrinkle, redness or pigmentation change. Melasma needs a broader approach and may recur.

Our aim is to use the peel that makes sense for your skin and the concern we want to improve, rather than the most intensive one.

Burning, redness, tightness, dryness and flaking are expected in the following days.

Uncommon complications include a deeper-than-intended burn, pigment loss, infection or herpes reactivation. Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation is the main risk, especially in darker phototypes, tanned skin or melasma.

A darker phototype does not rule out a superficial peel, but requires greater caution because of pigmentation risk. Sun protection is essential before and after: high-factor sunscreen, a hat and shade, with no prior tanning, because sunlight during healing intensifies pigmentation.

During recovery, follow our instructions, especially on cleansing, moisturising, sun protection and products to stop temporarily. It is also important not to pick peeling skin or crusts.

At your first consultation, we first confirm what we are treating. We assess your skin, medical history, current treatments and desired result. We then explain the peel type we consider suitable, what to expect, recovery and aftercare. If a peel is not indicated for your concern, we suggest other dermatological options.

It is part of our aesthetic medicine and laser service in Valencia, available in Spanish, English and Italian. As a cosmetic treatment, it is not usually covered by health insurance policies and is paid for separately. A registered dermatologist recommends and performs it, with a quote at the assessment consultation. You can check our indicative prices on the Fees page.

You can meet the medical team before your visit.