If the peel contains only a single acid, such as glycolic acid, then the name of the peel will be the glycolic acid peel. If the chemical peel solution is composed of multiple acids then the name may be different, and often carries the name of the inventor of the formula, such as the Jessner Peel.
Sometimes, the peel is named after the condition it treats, such as the “melasma peel”. Furthermore, any medical practitioner can create his/her own name for any procedure. Just a few things to keep in mind when deciding which peel is best for you.