chemical peels in orlando
Peel away damage. Reveal healthier skin
Chemical peels are one of the most effective treatments available for acne, dark spots, hyperpigmentation, melasma, fine lines, and uneven skin texture. At Silken Aesthetics, we offer both PCA Skin® Peels and the Perfect Derma Peel, allowing us to customize your treatment based on your skin goals, concerns, and desired downtime.
Most clients notice light peeling or flaking for about a week, along with some redness or dryness. With the right home care (which we guide you through), your skin heals beautifully and feels fresh, smooth, and renewed.
For your safety and best results, chemical peels are only available to clients who have had at least one facial with us first.
Chemical Peel Menu
A facial with Mollie is required before your first peel. Peels are available as standalone services or as enhancements added to any custom facial appointment
How to prepare for your chemical peel:
Avoid retinoids and acids for 7 days prior to your treatment.
Avoid exfoliating for 7 days before your treatment
Inform your Esthetician of any skin sensitivities before your waxing treatment.
Arrive with a clean face
Arrive without an active sun burn
How to care for your skin after your Chemical peel
Dos
Hydrate Well – Drink plenty of water to flush out toxins and keep your skin hydrated from the inside out.
Use Recommended Skincare Products – Support and enhance your results with the products suggested by your esthetician.
Don’ts
Don’t Touch Your Face – After a chemical peel, your pores are more open and prone to bacteria. Avoid touching your skin to prevent breakouts and irritation.
Avoid Heavy Makeup – Let your skin breathe for at least 72 hours to fully absorb the benefits of your treatment before applying makeup.
Skip Exfoliation – Avoid scrubs, chemical exfoliants, or peels for 7 days to prevent irritation and over-exfoliation.
Stay Out of Direct Sunlight – Protect your sensitive skin by limiting sun exposure for at least 72 hours after your facial.
Apply SPF Daily – Your skin is more vulnerable to sun damage after a facial. Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30, even indoors.
Keep Your Skin Moisturized – Lock in hydration and support skin repair with a nourishing moisturizer.
Schedule Your Next Treatment – Maintain healthy, radiant skin by booking your next facial in 4–6 weeks to maximize long-term benefits.
Avoid Heat Treatments – Skip hot showers, saunas, steam rooms, and intense workouts for at least 72 hours, as heat can cause redness and irritation.
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Mollie is THE best! I was so nervous my first time around as my skin is super reactive, but her knowledge and comfort is amazing. We added one thing to my routine and it’s made a huge difference. She knows exactly what she’s doing and the experience is the perfect “me time” and benefits my everyday skin
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Chemical peels are a great fit for clients dealing with acne, active breakouts, post-acne dark spots, melasma, hyperpigmentation, sun damage, fine lines, uneven skin texture, or dull congested skin. They are not recommended for clients who are pregnant or nursing, currently using Accutane, or have active skin infections or open lesions in the treatment area. At Silken Aesthetics, a facial is required before your first peel — this ensures your skin is healthy, properly assessed, and ready to respond well to treatment.
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Many clients see visibly brighter and smoother skin after just one peel. For deeper concerns — melasma, acne scarring, or significant sun damage — a series of 2–3 peels spaced 4–6 weeks apart produces the most significant and lasting results. Mollie will give you a realistic timeline at your consultation based on your specific concerns.
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Avoid retinoids, tretinoin, AHAs, and BHAs for 7 days before your appointment. Avoid exfoliating products for 7 days prior. Do not come with an active sunburn. Arrive with a clean face — no makeup, SPF, or heavy moisturizer. Let Mollie know about all medications and skincare products you are currently using. Do not wax or do any aggressive facial treatments in the week before your peel.
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The Perfect Derma Peel is our recommended treatment for melasma. It is one of the only medical-grade peels safe for all skin tones and specifically formulated to target deep pigmentation including melasma and sun damage. A series of 2–3 treatments produces the best results. Mollie pairs the peel with a targeted home care routine to maintain and extend the correction between sessions.
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We require at least one facial with Mollie before performing any chemical peel. This gives her the chance to assess your skin in person, check for contraindications, evaluate your current skincare routine, and ensure your skin is properly prepped for the peel you're receiving. Peeling compromised, unprepared, or improperly evaluated skin increases the risk of irritation and reduces results. The facial consultation protects your skin and your investment.
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At Silken Aesthetics, PCA Skin Peels are $100–$150 per session and can also be added as an enhancement to any custom facial for $100. The Perfect Derma Peel — our most powerful treatment for melasma, stubborn hyperpigmentation, and acne scarring — is $275 per session. A facial consultation is required before your first peel. Book your facial to get started.
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Yes — chemical peels are one of the most effective treatments for early-to-moderate signs of aging. They accelerate cell turnover, stimulate collagen production, and remove the buildup of dead skin that makes fine lines and dullness more visible. The Ultra Peel is specifically designed for fine lines, sun damage, and uneven skin tone. For deeper anti-aging correction, the Perfect Derma Peel delivers more significant collagen stimulation and skin renewal. Our estheticians often combine a peel series with microneedling for clients who want to address both surface and structural aging at the same time.
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es — and it's one of the most effective ways to accelerate results. The most common combinations are a chemical peel added as an enhancement to a custom facial ($100), which deepens the corrective work in a single session, and a peel series paired with SkinPen Microneedling for clients addressing acne scarring, hyperpigmentation, or significant skin texture concerns. Our estheticians build combined treatment plans that sequence each modality appropriately — so you get maximum results without compromising your skin's healing process between sessions.
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A chemical peel uses professionally formulated acids to dissolve the top layers of dead and damaged skin, triggering controlled exfoliation and skin cell turnover. As the old skin sheds, the fresh skin underneath is smoother, clearer, and more evenly toned. Depending on the strength of the peel, results range from a subtle brightening and glow to significant correction of acne scars, dark spots, melasma, fine lines, and sun damage. At Silken Aesthetics in Orlando, your specialist selects the right peel for your skin at your consultation — not a one-size-fits-all formula.
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It depends on the peel. Lighter PCA Skin peels like the Sensi or Acne Peel typically produce mild flaking or dryness for 2–4 days — most clients can go about their normal routine with minimal disruption. The Ultra Peel produces visible peeling for 3–5 days. The Perfect Derma Peel is our deepest treatment and involves visible peeling for 5–7 days as the skin fully sheds and renews. With the right aftercare protocol — which your esthetician walks you through before you leave — skin heals cleanly and the results are worth every day of downtime..
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Yes — chemical peels are highly effective for both active acne and acne scarring. The Acne Peel targets active breakouts, clogged pores, and post-acne dark spots. The Perfect Derma Peel goes deeper and is ideal for clients with acne scarring, deeper congestion, or pigmentation left behind from previous breakouts. Most clients see a visible improvement after their first treatment, with the best results after a series.
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For stubborn dark spots and hyperpigmentation — including melasma — the Perfect Derma Peel is our strongest and most effective option. It contains glutathione, a powerful brightening agent, and reaches deeper than surface-level peels to correct pigmentation that hasn't responded to lighter treatments. For mild post-acne dark spots, the Acne Peel is a great starting point. Mollie will recommend the right peel at your facial consultation.
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Yes — the Perfect Derma Peel is specifically formulated to be safe for all skin tones, including olive and deeper complexions. Lighter peels like the Sensi and Acne Peel are also generally safe across skin tones. Mollie assesses your skin at your facial consultation and selects the peel that is safest and most effective for your specific skin type and tone.
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The PCA Skin Peels — Sensi, Acne, and Ultra — are professional-grade peels that address surface to mid-level skin concerns. They are great for maintenance, active acne management, early signs of aging, and clients who want effective results with minimal downtime. The Perfect Derma Peel is a medical-grade peel in a different category. It penetrates deeper, contains glutathione for brightening, and is specifically formulated for stubborn pigmentation, melasma, acne scarring, and deeper congestion that lighter peels can't fully reach. It also involves more visible peeling — 5–7 days — and delivers more transformational results. Your esthetician will recommend which is right for your skin at your consultation.
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Silken Aesthetics offers professional chemical peels in Downtown Orlando — including PCA Skin Peels and the Perfect Derma Peel — performed by our licensed estheticians. Located at 320 N Magnolia Ave, Suite B-2, Orlando FL 32801. Open Tuesday through Friday 10am–7pm, Saturday 9am–3pm. A facial consultation is required before your first peel — book yours at silkenaesthetics.com or call 407-256-9495.