A chemical peel applies a controlled acid solution to loosen the bonds between dead surface cells so they shed more readily, revealing smoother skin underneath and prompting renewal below.
“Medical-grade” means a higher concentration and lower pH than anything sold over the counter — which is precisely why it should be applied by someone trained to judge strength, timing and your skin’s reaction. The right peel depends on your skin type, your concern and, frankly, on how much visible peeling you can live with that week.
Not everyone needs the strongest option. Often a gentler acid used in a planned series produces a better outcome than one aggressive treatment, with far less disruption.
Consultations are complimentary, confidential and carry no obligation. We see clients from across Vaughan, Maple, Woodbridge, Concord, Thornhill, Richmond Hill and north Toronto.
Glycolic Acid Peels
The smallest molecule, the deepest reach
Glycolic acid has the smallest molecule of the common alpha hydroxy acids, so it penetrates most readily. That makes it effective for dullness, uneven texture, fine lines and sun damage — and also the most likely of the three to cause visible peeling.
Best suited to skin that tolerates actives well. If you are new to peels, or your skin flushes easily, we will usually start you somewhere gentler and work up.
- Treats: dullness, texture, fine lines, sun damage
- Strongest penetration of the three acids
- Expect visible flaking for several days
Mandelic Acid Peels
The gentlest option, and the safest for deeper skin tones
Mandelic acid has a larger molecule, so it works more slowly and more evenly. That gentleness is its advantage: less irritation, less downtime, and a lower risk of post-inflammatory pigmentation — which matters a great deal on deeper skin tones, where an over-aggressive peel can leave marks worse than the original concern.
It also has antibacterial properties, which makes it a common choice for congested or acne-prone skin.
- Gentlest of the three — minimal downtime
- Preferred choice for deeper skin tones
- Suits congested and acne-prone skin
- A good first peel
Lactic Acid Peels
For dry, dehydrated and sensitive skin
Lactic acid exfoliates while also drawing water into the skin, so it is the option for skin that is dry, dehydrated or easily irritated — the sort that reacts badly to stronger acids.
It is a good winter treatment in this climate, when indoor heating strips moisture and skin that copes fine in July becomes tight and flaky by February.
- Exfoliates and hydrates at the same time
- For dry, dehydrated or sensitive skin
- Mild, even exfoliation
VIP / Red Carpet Peel
Brightness before an event, without the peeling
A lighter, event-focused treatment aimed at immediate brightness and smoothness rather than deep resurfacing. Chosen when you want skin to look its best in a few days with minimal visible shedding.
It is deliberately not a deep peel. If your goal is meaningful change to pigmentation or scarring, that needs a planned series started well in advance — not something booked the week of the event.
- Minimal visible peeling
- For brightness before an event
- Book 5–7 days ahead, not the day before
PRX-T33 Peel
A dermal stimulator with no visible peeling
PRX-T33 is often called a “no-peel peel” or dermal stimulator. It combines 33% trichloroacetic acid (TCA) with hydrogen peroxide and kojic acid, a formulation that works below the surface to stimulate the skin’s own renewal without the visible peeling of a traditional TCA peel.
It is used to improve texture, tone, fine lines and skin firmness, and is a good choice when you want a fresher, more even complexion with little or no downtime. A short course of sessions gives the best result; your plan is set at consultation.
- Stimulates the skin without visible peeling
- Little or no downtime
- For texture, tone, fine lines and firmness
- Best as a short course of sessions
ZO® Stimulator Peel
A light, in-clinic peel from ZO Skin Health
The ZO Stimulator Peel is a light professional peel from ZO Skin Health. It refreshes and brightens the skin, smooths surface texture and helps clear congestion, with minimal downtime.
It pairs naturally with a ZO home routine, and is a good way to boost results between more intensive treatments. Mild flaking for a few days is possible; follow the post-peel care below.
- Light peel with minimal downtime
- Brightens and smooths surface texture
- Pairs with a ZO Skin Health home routine
Post-Peel Care
The part that decides your result
What you do afterwards matters as much as the peel. Freshly resurfaced skin is more vulnerable to UV, and sun exposure in the days after a peel is the fastest route to pigmentation — the opposite of what you paid for.
Do not pick or pull at flaking skin, however tempting. Let it shed on its own; pulling it away early risks marks that outlast any benefit.
- Daily broad-spectrum SPF, no exceptions
- Do not pick or peel the flaking skin
- Pause retinoids and scrubs until told otherwise
- No sauna, steam or heavy exercise for 48 hours
Eye Lightening Peel
A course of five, plus home care
A gentle peel formulated specifically for the thin skin around the eyes, given as a course of five sessions with a home-care cream included between appointments. It targets pigmentation and dullness in the under-eye area.
The critical question is what is actually causing your dark circles, because they have three quite different causes. If it is pigmentation — genuinely darker skin in the area — this is the right treatment. If it is a shadow cast by a hollow, that is a volume problem and tear trough filler is the tool. If it is visible blue vessels beneath thin skin, neither will help much, and treatments aimed at skin thickness are a better discussion.
Plenty of people have a combination. You will be told which applies to you, including when the honest answer is that this peel is not what you need.
The home-care component is not optional padding — the between-session cream does a significant part of the work, and results suffer without it.
- Course of 5 sessions, home-care cream included
- For pigmentation, not hollowing or visible vessels
- Formulated for thin eye-area skin
- Daily SPF matters more here than anywhere
Why clients choose Beauty Maison
A nurse with hospital experience
Sonya has practised as a Registered Practical Nurse since 2009, with a background in acute general medicine, acute respiratory care and dialysis before moving into aesthetic medicine. That grounding is why assessment and safety come before product.
Certified through CBAM
Certifications in injectables and plasma therapy through the Canadian Board of Aesthetic Medicine, plus nursing education at Seneca College, Centennial College and Athabasca University, with ongoing training to stay current.
Told plainly what a treatment can and cannot do
Where a treatment is not an approved indication, or where the evidence is thin, this site says so. You should not have to find that out afterwards.
No product-pushing, ever
No promotions tied to a set number of syringes or sessions. Consultations are complimentary, confidential and carry no obligation – including when the honest answer is that you do not need treatment.
Chemical Peel Pricing
Priced per session. Which acid and what strength is decided at your free consultation.
| Chemical peel | $180 |
| Eye lightening peel — 5 sessions incl. home care cream | $400 |
| Consultation | Free, no obligation |
Prices confirmed September 2026.
Real Results
Photos of Beauty Maison Aesthetics clients, shared with their consent. Individual results vary.
Frequently Asked Questions
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The information on this page is general and is not a substitute for a medical assessment. Individual results vary and are not guaranteed. All treatments require a consultation and a review of your medical history.