At our medspa at the Beverly Friedlander MD practice, medical aesthetician Alyssa uses a wide range of chemical peels to help restore a natural glow. These treatments work well when your skin feels dull, congested, or uneven, and they can be customized for every age and skin type.
As part of our broader skin rejuvenation services in Short Hills, New Jersey, chemical peels are chosen carefully to match your goals, whether you prefer a no-downtime refresh or a deeper resurfacing treatment.
Our Chemical Peel Options
Take a look at our variety of peel treatments available at the medspa. Each one supports clearer, more radiant skin in its own way:
ZO Stimulator Peel
A light, no-downtime peel made with salicylic, citric, and lactic acids. It gently exfoliates to soften fine lines, brighten discoloration, improve acne-prone skin, and boost glow before events. Safe for all skin types and tones.
Micropeel (Sensitive Skin Solution)
Designed for sensitive or rosacea-prone skin, this mild clinical peel helps hydrate, reduce congestion, and smooth texture. It pairs well with dermaplaning for enhanced results and is safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
RevePeel
One of our stronger resurfacing options, RevePeel blends salicylic, lactic, and TCA acids in an oil-based formula that reduces wrinkles, softens acne scars, brightens hyperpigmentation, and improves overall texture. Peeling typically occurs within a few days, revealing smoother, more refined skin.
Enlighten Peel
The Enlighten Peel is a prescription-strength peel ideal for melasma and stubborn pigmentation. This mask-based treatment uses retinol and hydroquinone to lift discoloration and even tone. It remains on the skin for 8–12 hours, followed by simple at-home care.
VI Peel
A VI Peel is a medium-depth peel designed to improve the tone, texture, and clarity of the skin. It contains a powerful blend of ingredients including trichloroacetic acid (TCA), retinoic acid, salicylic acid, phenol, and vitamin C, which work together to exfoliate the outer layers of damaged skin and stimulate new cell turnover.
This treatment helps reduce fine lines, acne and acne scarring, hyperpigmentation, sun damage, and uneven skin tone while promoting collagen production for smoother, brighter skin. Suitable for most skin types, the VI Peel is known for being relatively comfortable with minimal downtime, typically involving mild peeling over several days followed by a clearer, more radiant complexion.
TCA Peel
*Performed by Dr. Beverly Friedlander
A customizable peel using trichloroacetic acid in varying strengths to exfoliate the skin and stimulate cell turnover. Dr. Bev often uses TCA to treat under-eye fine lines, dark circles, melasma, and acne scarring. The solution works by removing damaged outer layers of skin, encouraging collagen production and revealing smoother, more even-toned skin underneath.
After treatment, patients typically experience redness and peeling for several days to about a week, followed by a brighter, rejuvenated complexion. TCA peels can be customized in strength to address individual skin concerns and are commonly performed in a medical or clinical setting.
Red Carpet Peel
A Red Carpet Peel is a gentle, no-downtime chemical exfoliation treatment designed to instantly brighten, smooth, and refresh the skin—making it ideal before special events. Often formulated with a blend of mild acids such as lactic, glycolic, and salicylic acid, along with hydrating and antioxidant ingredients, this peel works to remove dull surface cells, refine pores, and improve overall radiance without significant peeling or irritation. The result is a smoother, more luminous complexion with improved makeup application and a healthy glow, typically achieved in a quick in-office treatment with little to no visible shedding.
What Chemical Peels Can Help Improve
- Sun damage and pigmentation
- Melasma
- Acne and post-acne marks
- Early wrinkles and fine lines
- Rough or uneven texture
- Dull or tired-looking skin
- Enlarged or clogged pores
- Mild scarring
- Under-eye discoloration (for select peels)
Whether you need a subtle polish or a more corrective treatment, your peel is chosen with care based on your skin type and goals.
To protect your results, SPF is essential during the healing process.
Your Chemical Peel Treatment
During your visit, our medical aesthetician evaluates your skin, discusses your concerns, and recommends the right peel. Treatments typically begin with cleansing and gentle prep before applying the peel in controlled layers. You may feel warmth or tingling, which fades as the solution neutralizes or absorbs.
Recovery varies:
- Light peels: minimal to no peeling
- Medium-depth: several days of visible peeling
- Prescription-strength: more structured peeling phases with clear instructions
Why Choose Our Medspa?
Chemical peels deliver their best results when selected and performed by someone with a trained, thoughtful understanding of skin. Alyssa combines personal experience navigating her own skin challenges with extensive clinical certifications in advanced aesthetic treatments, laser procedures, and skin health. She creates plans that emphasize consistency, home care, and realistic improvement—not aggressive or mismatched treatments.
These services are also supported by the expertise of Dr. Bev, a board-certified plastic surgeon with more than 25 years of experience in cosmetic facial and skin rejuvenation. Her guidance helps shape the protocols used in the medspa, ensuring each peel aligns with the practice’s safety standards and long-term approach to skin health.
Your Chemical Peel Consultation
If you are exploring options to refresh your complexion in Short Hills, NJ—or nearby areas such as Summit, Chatham, Madison, Florham Park, Westfield, and Morris County—you can schedule a consultation to learn which peel fits your needs best. For questions or appointments, call +1 (973) 912-9120.
