Frequently Asked Questions About "Physician's Choice" Chemical Peel
Enhancing your appearance

“Physicians Choice” of Arizona offers a variety of naturally-occurring “fruit“ acid peels to improve and enhance your appearance. These treatments will reduce the depth of surface lines, smooth out rough texture, help fade brown spots and assist in drying out acne/blemished skin. The naturally occurring “fruit acids” in these treatments will remove dead skin cells from the skin’s surface. Removing this top layer (where most visible wrinkles are) allows the healthier skin cells to come through, giving a smoother texture to your skin and glowing and radiant appearance.

Questions and Answers

What are some indications for a “Physicians Choice” peel?

  1. Sun damaged skin/pigmentation disorder
  2. Smokers skin
  3. Active acne
  4. Aging skin
  5. Rosacea

How much downtime is expected with a peel?
There is no downtime with a “Physicians Choice” peel. You can receive a peel on your lunch hour and return to work.

When will I start “peeling”, for how long, and how much?
Every ones experience will be different. However, on average, you will see flaking by day two or three following the treatment, which may last up to six days. With all “Physician’s Choice” peels only light to medium exfoliation will be experienced.

How irritating is a peel?
The “Physicians Choice” peels are only slightly irritating. You may experience mild burning or stinging which is transient.

What is the difference between “Physician’s Choice” peels and glycolic peels?
Glycolic acid will dehydrate the skin and make pores larger after extended use. “Physicians Choice” uses lactic and citric acids, which are all, skin friendly.

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