A chemical peel is a skin treatment that uses a controlled acid solution to remove the outer layers of dull, damaged skin, so fresher skin can come through. It can help improve dullness, congestion, mild acne, uneven tone, pigmentation and fine lines. At 7 Dimensions Medical Center (7DMC) we offer chemical peels at our Jumeirah (Umm Suqeim 3) and Al Barsha (Arjan) branches, choosing the peel and its strength after looking at your skin. Most light peels let you go back to work the next day.
A chemical peel helps speed up the skin's natural renewal. The solution loosens the bonds between dead skin cells so they shed, and stronger peels also prompt the skin to make new collagen. The depth decides both the effect and the recovery: light (superficial) peels act on the top layer with little or no visible peeling, while medium-depth peels reach further and need about a week of peeling.
Clinic peels are stronger and more controlled than home peels. For a full comparison, read our article on home peels versus clinic peels.
| Peel | Depth | Often chosen for |
|---|---|---|
| Glycolic or lactic acid peel | Light | Dullness, texture, fine lines |
| Salicylic acid peel | Light | Oily skin, blackheads, acne |
| Mandelic acid peel | Light, gentle | Sensitive or darker skin |
| BioRePeel | Light to medium, with little visible peeling | Texture, glow, mild acne |
| Pigmentation peel, for example Cosmelan | Light to medium, with a home-care phase | Melasma, sun spots, uneven tone |
| TCA peel (trichloroacetic acid) | Medium, done by a doctor | Deeper pigmentation, acne marks, fine lines |
Deep phenol peels carry more risk and longer recovery and are not a routine clinic peel. For deeper scars or wrinkles, CO2 laser resurfacing may suit you better.
Chemical peels suit most adults, women and men, who want to improve:
It may not be suitable, or may need to wait, if you:
I received a very warm welcome. The clinic is large and spacious, and I was very comfortable. I had two treatments, and they went very well,(Biorepeel and Dermapen with ms. Joy … There was a little heat, but that was perfectly normal.Google review · 7DMC Al Barsha
I had such a lovely experience with Jodie. I had a bespoke facial with her and she was so professional, friendly and really took the time to understand my skin and tailor the treatment perfectly. … I’ll definitely be booking in with Jodie again. Highly recommend!Google review · 7DMC Jumeirah
I had a wonderful experience with Joy! She is professional, gentle, and always makes me feel comfortable throughout every session. Thank you, Joy, for your kindness and excellent service! I highly recommend her!Google review · 7DMC Al Barsha
Talk to our team at Jumeirah or Al Barsha. We will answer your questions and help you choose the right next step.
After a light peel, skin often looks fresher within about a week, once any flaking settles. Many concerns improve with a course of 3 to 6 light peels, 2 to 4 weeks apart. Pigmentation and melasma usually need a combined plan with home care and strict sun protection, and can return with sun exposure or hormones, so maintenance matters. A medium peel is usually a single treatment with a longer gap before repeating. Results vary from person to person.
Chemical peels are well established, but they are still a treatment that affects the skin. Common, short-lived effects are redness, stinging, tightness, dryness and peeling. Darker or lighter patches can develop, which is more likely on darker skin tones or with sun exposure, which is why the peel is chosen with care and sun protection is essential. Cold sores can flare in people prone to them. With medium-depth peels there is a small risk of infection, prolonged redness or, rarely, scarring. Tell us about any medicines, skin conditions and recent treatments.
The cost of a chemical peel in Dubai usually ranges from AED 300 to AED 2,500 per session, depending on the type and depth of peel, the area treated and the clinic. Typical ranges: Light peel (glycolic, lactic, salicylic), AED 300 to AED 900; Medium-depth or TCA peel, AED 650 to AED 2,500; Pigmentation peel programme (with home kit), AED 1,000 to AED 3,500. These are typical market prices across Dubai clinics, not a 7DMC price list. At 7DMC, your exact price is confirmed at your consultation, before any treatment.
It depends on your concern and skin type. Salicylic peels suit oily, acne-prone skin, glycolic or lactic peels suit dullness and texture, and pigmentation or TCA peels suit deeper marks. Your therapist or doctor recommends one after looking at your skin.
Light peels may cause only mild flaking for a few days. Medium peels usually peel from day 2 to 3 for about a week.
Peels can help fade sun spots and uneven tone. Melasma usually needs a combined plan with home care and strict sun protection, and it can return, so maintenance matters.
Often, with the right peel. Gentler acids, careful timing and sun protection lower, but do not remove, the risk of darker patches. Tell us if you have had pigmentation after treatments before.
Clinic peels use higher strengths, applied and timed by a trained professional, so they can do more but need expert care. Home peels are milder and suit maintenance between clinic sessions.
7DMC offers chemical peels at two branches: Jumeirah, in Umm Suqeim 3 opposite Jumeirah Beach Hotel, and Al Barsha, in Arjan, Al Barsha South.
