Are You a Candidate for Chemical Peels (Chemexfoliation)?
Every cosmetic and reconstructive procedure starts with an honest conversation about whether it's right for you. Here's what to consider before booking a consultation with Dr. Gideon Maresky.
What Chemical Peels (Chemexfoliation) Involves
A chemical peel is a technique whereby a chemical solution is applied to the skin that causes it to exfoliate and eventually peel off
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Candidate Information
Generally, the ideal candidate for a chemical peel is someone who is light-haired and fair skinned. The procedure does not generally work well on dark-skinned patients and is not recommend for patients who are nursing or pregnant, have taken Accutane in the last six months, or have eczema or rosacea.
Generally, the ideal candidate for a chemical peel is someone who is light-haired and fair skinned. The procedure does not generally work well on dark-skinned patients and is not recommend for patients who are nursing or pregnant, have taken Accutane in the last six months, or have eczema or rosacea.
When Chemical Peels (Chemexfoliation) May Not Be Right for You
Dr. Maresky takes a conservative approach and will honestly advise if a procedure is not the best path forward. You may not be a candidate if you:
- ✗ Have unrealistic expectations about what surgery can achieve
- ✗ Are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning pregnancy soon
- ✗ Have active infections or unmanaged chronic conditions
- ✗ Are a current heavy smoker unwilling to quit before surgery
- ✗ Are primarily seeking surgery to meet someone else's expectations
The Best Way to Know
Even if you check every box above, the only way to know for certain whether Chemical Peels (Chemexfoliation) is right for you is through an in-person examination and honest conversation with Dr. Gideon Maresky. He will assess your anatomy, discuss your goals, and recommend the most appropriate approach — even if that means advising against surgery.
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