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5–7 Days
Typical visible peeling duration following a medical grade chemical peel
What Is a Medical Grade Chemical Peel?
Medical grade chemical peels use higher-concentration acid formulations - including trichloroacetic acid (TCA), Jessner's solution, phenol-based compounds, or combination peels such as the Perfect Derma Peel - to penetrate into the deeper layers of the epidermis and superficial dermis. This deeper penetration produces more significant collagen stimulation, cell turnover acceleration, and pigmentation correction than superficial peels can achieve.
How TCA and Combination Peels Work:
How TCA and Combination Peels Work:
TCA (trichloroacetic acid) denatures proteins in the skin cells at the targeted depth, causing controlled coagulation of the tissue. As the treated skin peels away over the following 5 to 7 days, it is replaced by new, healthier skin cells - with improved texture, more even pigmentation, and stimulated collagen production beneath the surface.
The Perfect Derma Peel:
One of the most popular medical grade peel formulations, the Perfect Derma Peel is a combination peel containing TCA, kojic acid, retinoic acid, salicylic acid, phenol, and glutathione. It is designed to address multiple skin concerns simultaneously - including pigmentation, aging, acne, and overall skin quality - with a single application. It is also one of the few medium-depth peels formulated with precautions for use in darker skin tones.
What Medical Grade Peels Treat at TOCC Aesthetics
Insulated needles in RF Microneedling devices deliver energy only at the needle tips — protecting the epidermis from thermal injury. This makes RF Microneedling safer for all skin types, including darker Fitzpatrick skin tones, compared to ablative laser treatments that heat the entire skin surface.
What RF Microneedling Treats at TOCC Aesthetics
- Moderate to severe hyperpigmentation - including melasma, post-inflammatory marks, and stubborn sun spots
- Significant photoaging and sun damage - years of accumulated UV damage that changes skin texture and color
- Acne scars - particularly post-inflammatory marks and shallow atrophic scars
- Deep wrinkles and skin laxity - collagen stimulation occurs at a depth that superficial peels cannot reach
- Persistent rough or uneven skin texture that has not responded to lighter treatments
- Dull, gray complexion associated with accelerated photoaging in Florida sun exposure
Why Choose TOCC Aesthetics for Medical Grade Chemical Peels in Boynton Beach?
- Dr. Tiffany Jarrett personally performs every peel with clinical precision and real-time monitoring of skin response
- Fitzpatrick-appropriate formulation selection - not every peel is safe for every skin tone
- Pre-treatment priming protocols where appropriate to reduce adverse reaction risk
- Detailed post-peel care guidance - critical to getting results and avoiding complications
- Can be combined sequentially with microneedling for layered, comprehensive improvement
Clinical Highlights
1–2 Treatments
Many patients achieve significant results in 1 to 2 medical grade peel sessions
60%+
Reported improvement in acne scar appearance with TCA-based peels in clinical studies
4–6 Weeks
Spacing between medical grade peel treatments to allow full skin recovery
Who Is a Good Candidate for Medical Grade Chemical Peels?
Medical Grade Chemical Peels may be a good fit for adults who:
- Have moderate to severe hyperpigmentation, sun damage, acne scars, or persistent texture concerns
- Are prepared for 5 to 7 days of visible peeling and modified social activity
- Are not currently pregnant or breastfeeding
- Have not used isotretinoin (Accutane) within the past 6 to 12 months
- Are not planning significant sun exposure for at least 2 to 4 weeks post-peel
- Have had a consultation with Dr. Tiffany Jarrett to confirm candidacy and appropriate peel selection
See Your Results
Before & after
Every face is different. That’s why we use Ageless AI imaging to give you a personalized, photorealistic preview of your potential results before your appointment. Upload a photo, see the difference, then decide. Dr. Tiffany Jarrett will walk you through the rest at your consultation in Boynton Beach, FL.
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Your Medical Grade Chemical Peels Appointment at TOCC Aesthetics, Step by Step
Every treatment at TOCC Aesthetics follows a careful, patient-centered process. Here is exactly what to expect:
- Consultation and Skin Assessment: Tiffany evaluates your skin type, Fitzpatrick classification, and specific concerns to select the most appropriate medical grade peel formulation and determine whether pre-treatment priming is required.
- Pre-Treatment Preparation: Depending on your skin type and peel selection, a 2 to 4 week pre-treatment priming protocol using specific actives (retinoids, hydroquinone, kojic acid) may be prescribed to prepare skin and reduce adverse reaction risk.
- Treatment Day: The peel solution is applied to thoroughly cleansed and degreased skin. Tiffany monitors your skin response throughout. Some patients experience mild burning or stinging - this is expected and managed.
- Days 1–3: Skin may look darker or bronzed before peeling begins. Specific aftercare products are applied. Sun avoidance is essential.
- Days 3–7: Visible peeling occurs. It is critical not to manually pick or pull peeling skin. Continue applying prescribed aftercare products.
- Post-Peel: Once peeling is complete, new skin emerges - visibly smoother, clearer, and more even-toned. SPF is required ongoing. Tiffany will schedule a follow-up to assess results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a medical grade chemical peel right for me or should I start with a lighter peel?
This depends on your skin concern, skin type, and tolerance for downtime. Patients with mild concerns or darker skin tones may benefit more from starting with a series of superficial peels. Those with significant sun damage, persistent hyperpigmentation, or acne scarring often see dramatically better results with a medical grade peel. Dr. Tiffany Jarrett will recommend the most appropriate starting point at your consultation.
What is the difference between a medical grade peel and a spa peel?
Spa peels use superficial-strength formulations that minimally penetrate the skin surface. Medical grade peels use clinical-strength acids that penetrate to the deeper epidermis and superficial dermis - producing significantly more cellular renewal, collagen stimulation, and visible improvement, with corresponding downtime of 5 to 7 days.
How do I care for my skin after a medical grade peel?
You will receive a complete post-peel care kit and instructions from Dr. Tiffany Jarrett. Key guidelines: use only prescribed gentle products during the peeling phase, apply SPF 50+ every morning without exception, avoid retinoids and active ingredients for 7 to 10 days post-peel, and never manually pick or pull peeling skin.
Book Your Consultation
Ready for your most significant skin improvement yet? Book your medical grade chemical peel consultation at TOCC Aesthetics in Boynton Beach. Call Dr. Tiffany Jarrett at (561) 944-7344 or book online. Serving Boynton Beach, Delray Beach, Boca Raton, and Palm Beach County.