That radiant post-peel glow? It's no accident—it's the result of pairing powerful in-office treatments with professional-grade home care. Clinical peels jumpstart skin renewal, while research-driven products formulated to address specific skin concerns help amplify and sustain those outcomes. Together, they can create lasting skin transformation and truly impressive chemical peel results.
Wondering which combination is right for your skin? Discover PCA SKIN treatment duos designed to address everything from breakouts to brightness—so you can confidently achieve your healthiest, most radiant complexion.
What Are Professional Peels?
Professional peels, commonly known as chemical peels, are professional treatments that use clinical-grade ingredients—such as alpha-hydroxy acids, beta-hydroxy acids, and other exfoliating compounds—to boost skin cell turnover and reveal smoother, brighter skin. By breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together, professional peels help resurface the skin and trigger controlled epidermal injury. This process stimulates collagen production and supports natural skin regeneration, improving tone, texture, and overall clarity.
Depending on their strength—light, medium, or deep—professional chemical peels can address various concerns, including breakouts, uneven skin tone, fine lines, and even sensitivity.
If you're unsure which type of peel is right for your skin, your Dermatologist or Esthetician can help you choose the best fit for your needs.
Strategic Pairings to Maximize Skin Transformation
To get the most out of your chemical peel results, it's essential to pair your in-office treatment with the right corrective skincare at home. Post-peel care isn't just about maintenance—it's about enhancing and extending your results.
That's where professionally curated product pairings come in. PCA SKIN's expertly formulated duos are designed to work in synergy with your peel, targeting common skin concerns like breakouts, discoloration, dullness, and fine lines with precision and power. Together, they help accelerate healing, boost skin renewal, and keep your glow going strong long after you leave the treatment room.
For the best results, schedule a series of monthly peels. Skin cells turn over every four weeks, so consistent treatments will help you maintain your results and see long-term improvements. They can also prevent skin concerns, such as uneven texture, from resurfacing.
For Pre-Cleansing: Daily Cleansing Oil
By the end of the day, your skin may have a buildup of makeup, sunscreen, and excess oil. PCA SKIN Daily Cleansing Oil helps dissolve these residues and any impurities.
This pre-cleansing step allows your skin to better absorb your regular cleanser for a deeper, more powerful clean. Adding a pre-cleansing oil to your routine can also make your entire skincare regimen more effective, leaving your skin softer and more refreshed.
For Pigmentation: Pigment Correct Peel + Pigment Gel® Pro
PCA SKIN Pigment Correct Peel is formulated to visibly reduce discoloration and brighten the skin, targeting uneven pigmentation such as sun damage, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, and melasma.
Its complementary corrective, Pigment Gel® Pro, features a blend of tranexamic acid, azelaic acid, and resorcinol—ingredients that help improve skin tone clarity and prevent future pigment formation.
For Fine Lines and Wrinkles: Ultra Peel® + Pro-Max Age Renewal
As you age, collagen and elastin production gradually slow down, causing the skin to become thinner, less firm, and more prone to sagging and fine lines. PCA SKIN Ultra Peel® offers a medium-depth professional exfoliation formulated to soften the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and uneven skin tone.
Following up with Pro-Max Age Renewal, a next-generation corrective with Micro Growth Factor Technology and Niacinamide, helps support the skin's structural integrity and elasticity while extending those coveted chemical peel results.
For Sensitive Skin: Sensi Peel® + ExLinea® Pro Peptide Serum
Sensitive skin deserves a gentle approach. PCA SKIN Sensi Peel® contains a carefully balanced blend of L-Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) and Lactic Acid to gently exfoliate, brighten, and strengthen the skin without triggering irritation.
Partnering it with ExLinea® Pro Peptide Serum enhances results by supporting skin strength, comfort, and hydration, allowing those with sensitive skin to benefit from exfoliation—including dramatically minimizing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles—while reducing the risk of dryness and sensitivity.
For Acne: PCA SKIN Acne and Acne Plus Peels + Acne Gel
Acne is one of the most common skin disorders, affecting around 85 percent of people between the ages of 12 and 24. But it's not just an issue for young adults. Adult acne is also quite common and can persist well into your 30s, 40s, and beyond.
PCA SKIN Acne and Acne Plus Peels are specifically designed to help break the cycle of mild to moderate acne at any age. These professional treatments target acne-causing bacteria and excess oil with salicylic acid and other clarifying ingredients to promote clearer, healthier skin.
The perfect follow-up? PCA SKIN Acne Gel, which contains 2 percent Salicylic Acid with Mandelic and Azelaic Acids to gently exfoliate, refine pores, reduce breakouts, and help maintain chemical peel results long after your treatment.
For Redness: NoPeel Peel® + Dual Action Redness Relief
Chronic redness and reactive skin require carefully calibrated care to help restore equilibrium and calm irritation. PCA SKIN NoPeel Peel® offers gentle exfoliation without the visible peeling, making it an ideal choice for soothing and renewing sensitive complexions.
For enhanced results, pair it with Dual Action Redness Relief, formulated with Niacinamide and Aldavine to visibly reduce redness while strengthening the skin's natural barrier.
For Dullness: Bright & Even Peel + Vitamin B3 Brightening Serum
Lackluster skin can benefit from a radiance reset. Ideal for dull, blotchy, and uneven complexions, PCA SKIN Bright & Even Peel contains exfoliating acids and antioxidants to resurface and brighten the skin, resulting in visibly brighter skin after just one session.
At home, incorporate PCA SKIN Vitamin B3 Brightening Serum into your routine. Featuring Niacinamide and Plankton Extract, this advanced formula helps brighten dark spots and reduce skin discoloration, redness, and glycation-related skin yellowing, leaving your complexion even and bright.
Best Practices for Post-Peel Skincare Success
Maximizing the benefits of your professional treatment and extending those chemical peel results beyond the treatment room is all about timing, protection, and consistency. Here's how to make the most of these powerful pairings.
Ease Into Your Corrective Routine
Your skin needs time to recover and rebalance after a professional peel. Jumping back into active ingredients too soon can disrupt the skin's natural healing process or lead to irritation. Give your skin a few days (or as directed by your provider) before reintroducing your at-home corrective skincare. Start slow, and layer actives gradually to allow your skin to build tolerance while receiving their benefits.
Hydrate and Protect Like It's Your Job
Your skin will be more vulnerable post-peel, so hydration and sun protection are non-negotiable. Apply a gentle, nourishing moisturizer suitable for your skin type to support recovery, and make broad-spectrum sunscreen a daily habit—even if it's cloudy. Protecting your freshly resurfaced skin helps lock in results and prevents sun-induced pigmentation and other unwanted effects.
Your Glow-Up Starts Here
When it comes to transforming your skin, the real magic happens when you combine professional in-office treatments and daily at-home skincare. These PCA SKIN pairings are thoughtfully researched and formulated to address a range of skin concerns and help you reach your skin goals faster and more effectively.
Everyone's skin is different, so partnering with a skincare professional can make all the difference. Not sure where to start? Connect with a PCA SKIN certified professional near you to get expert guidance on the best peel and corrective skincare pairings to effectively address your needs. Whether you're hoping to minimize breakouts, soften fine lines, or brighten dark spots, there's a powerful duo waiting for you. With consistent care, your best skin is well within reach.
Author: Rebecca Taras
A Chicagoland native, Rebecca began her career catering to celebrity clientele as a licensed esthetician at the Peninsula Chicago Hotel. Her passion for skin care ingredients, formulations, and skin histology led her to create custom in-room skin, bath, and body amenities for the Sofitel Hotel Chicago. The Chicago Fashion Foundation recognized her efforts with the Style Maker, Rule Breaker award in the Beauty category. She later went on to co-found Terminal Getaway airport spas. Rebecca’s experience also includes serving as an editor for digital outlets such as Refinery29, PopSugar, Forbes Travel Guides, and Bustle. She continues to refine her skin care knowledge while spending time traveling the world with her husband.