Chemical Peels

Reveal a brighter, smoother you with customized chemical peel treatments for radiant, healthy skin.

What Are Chemical Peels?


Chemical peels are a highly effective way to rejuvenate your skin by addressing common concerns such as uneven texture, discoloration, and fine lines. This skin resurfacing procedure involves applying a specialized solution to remove damaged outer layers, promoting natural regeneration and revealing smoother, healthier skin underneath.

At Inner Glow AestheticsMD, we offer chemical peels tailored for the face, back, neck, chest, and hands to help you achieve a refreshed and radiant appearance.

Expected Results with Chemical Peels


Our chemical peels are designed to improve multiple skin concerns, including:

  • Fine lines and wrinkles
  • Coarse or uneven skin texture
  • Hyperpigmentation and chronic sun damage
  • Acne scarring and discoloration

Key Benefits Include:

  • Restoring an even skin tone
  • Smoothing rough skin
  • Reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
  • Addressing Keratosis Pilaris
  • Exfoliating damaged skin for natural rejuvenation
  • Increasing the effectiveness of topical skincare products
  • Promoting rapid cell turnover for long-term benefits

How It Works


During the procedure, a chemical solution is carefully applied to your skin after a thorough cleansing. This solution removes the outermost layer of skin to stimulate regeneration. Depending on the depth of the peel, you may experience dramatic results with varying levels of downtime.

For optimal results, our practitioners recommend combining chemical peels with a personalized at-home skincare regimen to maximize the treatment’s effectiveness.

Frequently Asked Questions


The skin is cleansed to remove impurities before applying the peel solution. After a few minutes, the solution is neutralized to stop its effects. You’ll leave the office with detailed aftercare instructions.

Chemical peels may not be suitable for those who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have active skin infections, open wounds, or inflammatory skin conditions. Patients using photosensitizing medications may also be advised against this treatment.

For deeper peels, pre-treatment preparation may include using hydroquinone or retinoids for 4-6 weeks. Avoid direct sunlight and use sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) to prevent complications.

The procedure typically takes 20-35 minutes in-office, with additional at-home care as directed by your practitioner. Results often unfold over a 28-day process.

Depending on the peel, downtime may include 1-2 days of redness and swelling, followed by light flaking for up to two weeks as your skin renews. Many patients find this manageable and worth the results.

Reveal Radiant Skin

Achieve a smoother, brighter complexion with our personalized chemical peel treatments.


About Dr. Ilona Shternfeld

Dr. Ilona Shternfeld, a Board-Certified Ophthalmologist, brings a unique blend of expertise in medical and aesthetic injections. Internationally trained in advanced cannula techniques, she has decades of experience with injectables and dermal fillers. Since the 1990s, Dr. Shternfeld has been using injectables for both facial and eye movement disorders, making her a trusted specialist in her field.

Renowned for her deep understanding of delicate eye and orbital anatomy, Dr. Shternfeld attracts patients from across the country for her precise and natural-looking under-eye filler treatments. Her commitment to subtle, tailored enhancements ensures you look refreshed and confident at any age.

In addition to her passion for aesthetic medicine, Dr. Shternfeld specializes in Dry Eye Disease and is the only provider of IPL treatment for evaporative dry eye in Hartford County.

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