During recovery the skin is bright red, then fades over the ensuing weeks. During the healing it important to stay out of the sun. The treated area heals as new skin grows. This procedure can be done under local or general anesthesia and takes about one hour. Results are less predictable than with laser resurfacing, and some pain is experienced during the first few days.
Healing takes one to two weeks.
The sun must be avoided. Deep peels are done with an acid. The new skin grows back in seven to 10 days. Again, the new skin is pink and sun must be avoided for the same amount of time as with other skin peels. Results are less predictable, and there is greater risk of scarring and loss of color.