The results of a chemical peel are largely determined by the strength of the peel. For all peels, the skin will swell and flake for 3-5 days and up to 2 weeks after the treatment. The skin will remain red and transition to a rosy pink over the following weeks. As the redness subsides, the results will leave your skin feeling tighter with blemishes and hyperpigmentation beginning to fade. Stronger peels take longer to heal from, but will show even better results, especially for fine lines and wrinkles. Following your peel, wearing strong sunscreen is vital to long-lasting results. The newer skin is extremely sensitive to the UV light from the sun, so we recommend treatments during the winter.