Best Chemical Peel for Oily Skin?

Chemical peels are an excellent adjunct to taking care of one's skin. The more superficial peel like the ones you have asked about are not home runs, but they are a nice touch to the care for your skin. While I agree with Dr. Asaria that the chemical peel will help, I would prefer the salicylic acid peel, even at percentages that may be higher than the 15% you have asked about. Salicylic acid works by breaking apart the bonds of the dead skin cells AND by breaking up the... more

The purpose of chemical peels is to address skin problems such as discoloration, acne wrinkles and scars (such as acne scars). Prior to a peel, the skin is "degreased" or all oily secretions are cleaned off so the peel is able to treat the skin without a barrier. Chemical peels are generally classifies as "Superficial", "Medium depth" or "Deep". Both the peels you describe fall into the "Superficial" category and the choice of peel depends on... more

Hello, In general, superficial chemical peels are an excellent treatment for rejuvenating the outer layers of the skin. Superficial peels (such as salicylic, lactic acid, or low concentration TCA) can have a great effect in slowing down sebum and oil production in the skin and prevent breakouts. For oily/combination skin, I like to use the PCA SensiPeel. It is a combination peel (Lactic, TCA, Kojic, and Azelaic) and is very well tolerated with perhaps an evening of redness, and... more