Chemical Peel in London, Ontario
The Treatment
What is a chemical peel?
A chemical peel uses a cosmetic-grade acid solution to loosen the bonds holding dead skin cells together, so the surface layers shed in a controlled way and are replaced by newer skin underneath. The acid used and its concentration determine how deep the peel works and which concerns it addresses.
We work with superficial to light-medium peels and choose the acid to match the skin, not the other way round. Glycolic for dullness and fine lines. Salicylic, which is oil-soluble and therefore gets inside the pore, for breakouts and blackheads. Lactic for dry or sensitive skin. Mandelic — the largest molecule, so the slowest and gentlest penetration — for reactive skin and for deeper skin tones, where the risk of post-inflammatory pigmentation needs managing carefully.
Peels work as a course, not as a single visit. Your first appointment is deliberately conservative: we patch test, start at a low concentration with a short contact time, then build strength across sessions as your skin demonstrates it tolerates it. Anyone promising a dramatic transformation from one peel is selling you something.
Benefits
Why Choose Chemical Peel at Kaaya
The treatment with the strongest track record for pigmentation and post-acne marks — used properly, over a course.
Fades pigmentation
Accelerated shedding of pigmented surface cells lightens sun spots, melasma patches and uneven tone over a course.
Clears and prevents breakouts
Salicylic acid dissolves the oil and debris inside the pore, which is where comedonal and inflammatory acne actually starts.
Smoother texture
Controlled resurfacing refines roughness and softens the appearance of fine lines across the forehead and cheeks.
Reduces post-acne marks
The flat red and brown marks left behind by old breakouts respond well to peels, particularly alongside daily sunscreen.
Stimulates collagen
The repair response after a peel encourages new collagen, which builds firmness gradually across a series.
Adjustable strength
Concentration and contact time are dialled up as your skin builds tolerance, so the course keeps working without overreaching.
The Ritual
How your chemical peel appointment runs
Careful, measured and monitored — from patch test to aftercare plan.
01
Consultation & patch test
We review your skin type and tone, medications, recent treatments and sun exposure, then patch test before any full-face application.
02
Pre-peel prep
The skin is cleansed and degreased so the acid penetrates evenly rather than pooling in oilier areas.
03
Application & timed contact
The solution is applied in layers and timed to the second, with your skin watched continuously for the endpoints we are looking for.
04
Neutralise
The peel is neutralised and thoroughly removed the moment the correct endpoint is reached — not a moment after.
05
Calm & repair
A cooling mask and a barrier repair cream settle heat and tightness and support the skin through the shedding phase.
06
Aftercare plan & SPF
Mineral sunscreen goes on before you leave, along with a written aftercare plan and the date of your next session.
Chemical Peel vs Algae Peel vs Microneedling — Which Is Right for You?
Three resurfacing routes to the same goal, with very different downtime and mechanisms.
How Chemical Peel Compares With Algae Peel and Microneedling
| Chemical Peel | Algae Peel | Microneedling | |
|---|---|---|---|
| How it works | Cosmetic-grade acid resurfacing | Marine silica spicules — no acid | Fine needles at a controlled depth |
| Best for | Pigmentation, post-acne marks, breakouts | Acne scarring, pigmentation, texture | Indented acne scars, firmness, fine lines |
| Downtime | Light flaking, days 2–4 | Peeling, days 3–7 | Redness, 24–48 hours |
| Typical course | Course of 4–6, 2–4 weeks apart | 1–3 treatments, 4–6 weeks apart | 3–6 sessions, 4–6 weeks apart |
These are guides rather than rules. At consultation we look at your skin and tell you which of the three will actually move the needle for your concern.
Suitability
Is a chemical peel right for you?
A great fit if you want to…
- Have pigmentation, melasma or sun spots
- Are dealing with breakouts and blackheads
- Have post-acne marks that will not fade
- Want to soften fine lines and rough texture
- Are willing to commit to a course, not one visit
- Can commit to daily sunscreen afterwards
Peels are not one-size-fits-all, and the acid we choose is determined by your skin type and tone rather than by what is popular. Deeper skin tones are treated with mandelic or low-percentage lactic acid, at longer intervals, because it is aggressive over-peeling that triggers post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. Conservative and consistent beats strong and occasional every time.
Concerns it helps with:
Pigmentation
Sun damage
Post-acne marks
Breakouts
Blackheads
Fine lines
Uneven tone
Before you book: when this treatment is not appropriate
A peel is not appropriate if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, have taken isotretinoin within the last six months, have active cold sores, open lesions or sunburn in the treatment area, or have used prescription retinoids in the past week. Recent waxing or laser in the same area also means waiting. Full disclosure at consultation genuinely matters here — with acids, it is what people leave out that causes problems.
If this is not quite the right treatment
Not everyone should start with acids. If your skin reacts to them, microdermabrasion resurfaces mechanically and is gentler on reactive skin. If breakouts rather than pigmentation are the main issue, a customised acne treatment addresses the cause instead of the marks left behind.
Visiting Us for a Chemical Peel in London, Ontario
Kaaya Skin & Hair Studio is at 919 Thistledown Way in northwest London, Ontario, serving clients across Masonville, Medway, Hyde Park and Sherwood Forest. Because peels work as a course, we book your full series in advance around your schedule — weekdays to 9:00 PM, Saturdays to 7:00 PM.
Not sure this is the right treatment? See every option on our skin care treatments page, or book a skin consultation and we will recommend the right starting point.
See recent work in our before and after gallery, or call +1-226-977-7125 if you would rather ask a question before booking.
Kaaya Skin & Hair Studio
- Address
919 Thistledown Way, London, Ontario, Canada N6G 4Z7
- Phone
- Opening hours
Mon–Fri 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday closed
- Colourist
Parull G Chandna, Advanced & Medical Aesthetics
Questions
Chemical Peel FAQs — London, Ontario
Will I visibly peel afterwards?
Superficial peels usually produce light flaking around days two to four rather than dramatic sheet peeling. Some clients barely peel at all — that does not mean the treatment did not work. Cell turnover happens whether or not you can see it.
How many peels will I need?
Most concerns need a course of four to six peels, spaced two to four weeks apart depending on the acid and your skin’s response, followed by occasional maintenance.
Does a chemical peel sting?
You will feel warmth and tingling that builds over the first minute or two, peaks and then settles. It is monitored throughout and we use a cool fan. If it becomes uncomfortable, we neutralise early — that decision is always yours.
Can I go back to work straight afterwards?
Yes. Skin may look pink and feel tight for a few hours. Flaking, if it happens, tends to start on the second or third day, so plan any significant event for at least a week after your appointment.
What must I avoid after a peel?
Sun exposure, retinoids, acids and scrubs for a week, plus saunas, hot yoga and swimming pools. Wear broad-spectrum SPF every day without exception — and never pick or pull at flaking skin, which is the single most common cause of marks afterwards.
Reviews
What Our Clients Say
At Kaaya Skin & Hair Studio, our clients are at the heart of everything we do.
Rated 5 out of 5
Recently had my hair botoxed and it looks so much healthier and glowy. Her communication skills are stellar. Highly recommend booking asap!
Renata Andreea
Tue, 12 Aug, 2025
Rated 5 out of 5
Had an amazing microneedling session with Parul! She’s professional, knowledgeable, and made the whole experience so comfortable. My skin already feels smoother.
Anjana Vijaykumar
Wed, 20 Aug, 2025
Rated 5 out of 5
My first time coming here and honestly one of my best waxing experience. Parul is so friendly and takes you through the whole process. Will be coming back!
