Mandelic Acid Chemical Peel

This peel is suitable for all skin types and tones, especially darker Fitzpatrick types (IV, V and VI), as well as very dry or sensitive skin. It is beneficial for acne, Rosacea Type II, sun damage, hyperpigmentation and dull, lacklustre skin. It is also an excellent option for those with a low tolerance to Glycolic Acid or for anyone who experiences hyperpigmentation caused by friction or irritation and wants a gentle, gradual resurfacing treatment that can be performed more frequently.

We begin with a skin assessment and a double cleanse. Your skin is then prepared with a suitable pre-peel solution, and a protective balm is applied around your eyes, lips and the sides of your nose.

I then apply the mandelic acid peel, selecting the product and contact time according to your skin’s needs and tolerance. You may feel mild warmth or tingling for a few minutes. I monitor your skin’s response throughout the application and neutralize the peel at the appropriate time.

Next, I apply a specialized treatment serum, using Skin Tools where appropriate. This is followed by a mask selected for your skin’s needs, focusing on hydration and soothing care.

We finish with eye care, moisturizer, sunscreen for daytime appointments and lip balm, using products suitable for your skin after the peel.

During the week before your session, stop using skincare products containing AHA/BHA or retinol, as well as scrubs and self-tanners. The same applies to hair removal, including waxing, laser and electrolysis, and other facial treatments.

For the 48 hours before your appointment, avoid sun exposure, tanning beds and anything that irritates your skin.

In some cases, stronger mandelic peels may require preparation with skincare products and/or gentler treatment sessions to ensure your skin is properly prepared.

Keep your skincare simple, with gentle cleansing and good hydration, and follow the personalized recovery routine I recommend.

Protect the treated area from the sun and use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher every day, following your aftercare instructions. Sun protection remains important beyond the first few days.

For the first 24 hours, avoid makeup, activities that make you sweat, steam rooms and saunas. Keep your face away from sources of heat, such as a hairdryer.

For the first 10 days after your peel, do not rub your skin or pick at any flaking areas. Avoid scrubs, acids, retinol, hair removal and other treatments until you are advised that you can resume them.

You don’t need to remember everything: we’ll go through it at your appointment, and you’ll also receive detailed instructions by email.

Recovery depends on the strength of the application and how your skin responds.

A light Mandelic Acid Peel usually involves no downtime. Stronger peels may cause mild redness, tightness, dryness or flaking for a few days, although the absence of visible peeling does not mean the treatment hasn’t worked.

For more consistent improvement in texture, dullness or uneven tone, I may recommend an initial course of 4–6 sessions.

The intervals are determined by the specific peel and your skin’s response, allowing enough time for recovery—usually two weeks.

After the initial course, we assess the results together and discuss whether and when maintenance is needed. As a general guide, lighter peels can be carried out monthly, while deeper peels can be scheduled every 6–9 months.