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Advanced Aesthetics: Exploring the Benefits of Chemical Peels for Acne Scars

Advanced Aesthetics: Exploring the Benefits of Chemical Peels for Acne Scars

Acne and its scars can leave a lasting emotional toll. Scars and hyperpigmentation are constant reminders of past skin struggles and can affect self confidence. If acne scars are affecting your skin’s texture and tone, non-surgical chemical peels can offer real, visible improvement.

At Advanced Practice Aesthetics in Minnesota and Colorado, a range of chemical peels is available, each carefully chosen for safety and results. For those dealing with acne scars or stubborn discoloration, two options stand out: VI Peel and Epionce peels.

Let us show you how these treatments work, what to expect, and why they might be the perfect solution for your skin.

Understanding Chemical Peels

A chemical peel is a professional cosmetic procedure in which a specialized solution is applied to the skin, exfoliating the outermost layers and revealing smoother, healthier skin beneath. These treatments can address fine lines, wrinkles, sun damage, and acne scars. 

While at-home peels are available, professional peels offer more reliable and customized results.

How Peels Target Acne Scarring

Chemical peels treat acne scars in two essential ways:

  • Exfoliation: The peel removes damaged outer skin layers, visibly reducing discoloration and the appearance of shallow, indented scars.

  • Stimulating Collagen: By triggering a natural healing response, peels boost the production of new collagen, a protein that plumps and smooths the skin from within. This process helps soften the look of scars over time.

What Types of Chemical Peels Does Advanced Practice Aesthetics Offer?

Chemical peels are categorized by their depth of penetration: light, medium, and deep.

1. VI Peel: Medium-Depth Peels (Multiple Formulations)

Advanced Practice Aesthetics specializes in VI Peel, a professional medium-depth chemical peel. 

Every VI Peel utilizes blends of exfoliating and restorative ingredients — such as trichloroacetic acid (TCA), retinoic acid, phenol, salicylic acid, and vitamin C — to address a range of skin types and challenges, including acne scarring, discoloration, and signs of aging.

VI Peel comes in several targeted formulations (for oily, dry, mature, or breakout-prone skin) and is gentle enough for a wide range of patients, thanks to its lower-acid concentrations and peptide additives.

All VI Peels at Advanced Practice Aesthetics are medium-depth, penetrating to rejuvenate the upper dermis while minimizing downtime compared to deeper options. Our clinics do not perform deep peels, which are more aggressive, carry longer downtime, and are reserved for the most severe wrinkles or scarring.

2. Epionce Chemical Peels: Light to Medium-Depth Peels

In addition to VI Peels, Advanced Practice Aesthetics also offers Epionce peels, which use a refined blend of botanical and clinical ingredients — such as malic acid and salicylic acid — for gentle exfoliation and improved clarity:

Epionce peels are best suited for sensitive, oily, or combination skin types and are ideal for brightening the complexion and treating mild to moderate pigmentation, fine lines, and acne.

A signature of Epionce peels is their unique combination of plant-based ingredients and acids, offering visible renewal with minimal irritation and downtime.

What About Deep Peels?

Deep peels (performed only in certain medical settings) use phenol in much stronger concentrations and are reserved for major skin resurfacing, such as severe wrinkles or deep, indented scars. These peels entail significant discomfort and require weeks of recovery. 

Advanced Practice Aesthetics does not offer deep chemical peels.

What to Expect From Your Peel

  • Recovery: Medium-depth peels (such as VI Peel) typically require 5–7 days for the skin to heal, with redness and flaking being common side effects. Light peels (such as Epionce) result in minimal redness and flaking, allowing for a quick return to routine.

  • Results: Most people benefit from a series of 3–6 treatments, spaced a few weeks apart, for the best results.

  • Sun Care: Newly peeled skin is sensitive; sun protection is vital to preserve results and prevent hyperpigmentation.

Choose Safe, Professional Care

Choosing a professional, experienced provider ensures a customized approach and safer, more predictable outcomes. All treatments at Advanced Practice Aesthetics start with a skin analysis to match each patient with the right formula and depth of peel.

Book Your VI Peel or Epionce Peel With Advanced Practice Aesthetics

At Advanced Practice Aesthetics, we want everyone to feel comfortable in their skin. We understand how important it is for you to look and feel your best, and sometimes old acne scars can cause us stress. With our professional care and attention, we’ll help you determine the best peel for your skin and rejuvenate your body and soul. 

Book your VI chemical peel appointment online today or call us at 612-895-5895 for more information.