Chemical Peel in Richmond, BC The Longevity Peel

A chemical peel applies exfoliating acids to remove the top layers of skin so fresher skin forms. It is used for dullness, uneven tone, rough texture and fine lines. The Longevity Peel is our medical peel, with depth chosen at assessment. Results vary.

It depends on peel depth. With a medium-depth peel, skin often feels tight on days 1-2, flakes or peels on days 3-5 and looks fresher by about day 7. Plan to avoid important events for about a week. Lighter peels have less downtime.

You may feel warmth, tingling or stinging for a few minutes while the solution is on the skin. A fan is used to keep you comfortable, and the sensation usually settles soon after the peel is neutralized. Deeper peels can feel stronger. Afterwards the skin may feel tight, a little like mild sunburn, for a day or two. Tell the clinician at any point if it feels too intense.

Some people see a visible change after one peel. For deeper concerns, a series of 2-3 peels about 4-6 weeks apart may be suggested. Your clinician sets the plan. Lighter peels may also be repeated as maintenance. Before each peel your skin is checked to make sure it has recovered from the last one.

It can be, with careful depth selection and preparation, because these skin tones are more prone to post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (darkening after irritation). Risks still exist, and sun protection afterward matters. Tell your clinician about previous reactions.

A facial cleanses, lightly exfoliates and hydrates the surface, usually with no peeling afterwards. A medical chemical peel uses acids at a strength chosen for your skin to remove more of the outer layer, so it is followed by tightness and peeling for several days and needs aftercare. A peel is planned after a skin assessment and is aimed at tone, texture and fine lines.

Prices are not listed online. Cost depends on peel depth and your plan. We start with a skin consultation, using VISIA imaging when appropriate, to choose the peel strength before discussing cost. Book a consultation at our Richmond clinic.

Yes, peels are often combined with other treatments. Dr. Charles Jiang (29+ years of clinical experience) may sequence a peel with other treatments for residual pigmentation or rehydration, tailored to each patient. For melasma, a peel may sit alongside a physician-guided plan. Individual results vary.

There is no fixed duration. Skin keeps renewing, and sun exposure, ageing and your daily routine all affect how long a fresher look lasts. Daily sunscreen and gentle skincare help maintain the change. Pigment concerns such as melasma can return, so maintenance peels or other care may be discussed. Your clinician can suggest a maintenance plan at follow-up. Results vary.

While the skin is peeling, do not pick or pull at flakes, and avoid direct sun, saunas, hot showers and strenuous exercise for 3–5 days. Skip makeup for at least 24–48 hours, or until peeling settles. Pause retinoids, scrubs and exfoliating acids until your clinician says the skin has healed, and use the recommended moisturizer and SPF 30+ every day.

Not suitable if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have an active cold sore or skin infection, have recently had laser or other peels or used retinoids, have uncontrolled diabetes or poor wound healing, or have a history of keloid scarring. Your clinician screens you first.

Redness, dryness, peeling and sensitivity are expected. Less commonly there can be darkening or lightening of the skin, infection, cold sore flare-ups or scarring. Following aftercare and avoiding sun lowers the risk. Contact the clinic promptly if you notice blistering, oozing, spreading redness or pain that gets worse.