Phenol Peel Results - What to Expect?

Phenol peels have been around for many years and have a strong history of success when utilized properly in the right patients. Honestly, when we use the stronger peel solutions (as opposed to the lighter "freshening peels"), we are purposely wounding the skin. We do this to treat sub-optimal skin, such as photo-damaged (sun-damaged), rough, or wrinkled and sometimes pigmented skin for example, and encourage healing and growth of new skin. The new skin is... more

In my experience, phenol peels do not affect pore size either way (bigger or smaller). It does result in prolonged redness (sometimes 6 months or more) and when done correctly should not create a demarcation line. Most patients do want to wear some type of makeup cover as there is a lightening of the skin after phenol peels. Definitely bring these concerns up with your physician before undergoing any treatment.