chemical peel

noun

: a cosmetic procedure for the removal of facial blemishes and wrinkles that involves the application of a caustic chemical and especially an acid (such as alpha hydroxy acid) to the skin

Examples of chemical peel in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

These other options include in-office tightening treatments (like CO2 lasers) or chemical peels to help smooth and tighten the lower lid. —Kara Nesvig, Allure, 4 Aug. 2025

If improvement is seen, the changes may be much more subtle than cosmetic treatments such as chemical peels and fillers. —Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 1 Aug. 2025

As a result, hard-core procedures that require long periods of recovery — such as CO laser resurfacing or extreme chemical peels, which require six to eight weeks — are becoming less popular. —Ingrid Schmidt, HollywoodReporter, 30 July 2025

After microneedling or chemical peels, for example, exosomes may be applied to soothe inflammation and accelerate recovery. —Deena Campbell, Robb Report, 22 July 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1978, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for chemical peel

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Medical Definition

chemical peel

noun

: a cosmetic procedure for the removal of facial blemishes and wrinkles involving the application of a caustic chemical and especially an acid (as trichloroacetic acid) to the skin