VI Peel Explained: Your Path to Smoother, Clearer Skin
Oct 02, 2026
When you look in the mirror, you see a dull, tired, and uneven complexion, and no matter what you try, topical products just don’t seem to improve issues like age spots, acne scars, sun damage, or texture irregularities.
That’s where cosmetic dermatology comes in. Our team at Advanced Laser and Skin Cancer Center in Teaneck, New Jersey, offers a range of professional skincare treatments to target some of the most common skin issues that over-the-counter (OTC) treatments can’t. The VI Peel® is a popular, customizable chemical peel that can deliver the smoother, clearer skin you want. Here’s how.
VI Peels are medical-grade chemical peels that rejuvenate your skin by removing old, damaged outer layers and stimulating new, healthy skin growth. VI Peels are medium peels, and contain a blend of acids and other ingredients that penetrate deeper into your skin and create more dramatic results than light superficial peels.
The peel contains a combination of salicylic acid, trichloroacetic acid (TCA), retinoic acid, and other ingredients that work together to address multiple skin concerns simultaneously. This multitargeted approach makes VI Peel effective for various conditions that would otherwise require different treatments.
Since our chemical peels are customizable, we can recommend the right VI Peel formula for your needs. We use VI Peels to improve skin issues like:
VI Peels gently strip away irregularities to reveal clear, refreshed skin that looks and feels more youthful.
Before your VI Peel, we prepare your skin and thoroughly cleanse it to remove any oils or debris. You lie back in a comfortable chair, and we apply the VI Peel solution evenly across your face. You might feel mild warmth or slight tingling as the peel works, and we monitor your skin throughout the process.
After a specific amount of time, we neutralize the peel and remove it. Your skin might appear slightly pink or feel sensitive, but this typically resolves within hours. The procedure is quick, typically 30 minutes or less, and you can return to your usual activities right away.
Over the following days, you might experience slight peeling or flaking as dead skin sheds. This is normal and indicates the peel is working. Your skin might feel dry, so moisturizing and sun protection are important. Be sure to follow our guidelines regarding sweating and sun exposure during recovery.
You can expect your results to develop gradually once peeling stops. You’ll notice improved skin clarity and brightness within a week or two. As collagen remodeling occurs, fine lines diminish, texture improves, and age spots fade. Maximum results typically appear 4-6 weeks after treatment.
A single VI Peel can give you significant results, but certain skin conditions may respond better to a series of treatments. Plus, your skin is constantly changing. Sun damage continues, collagen gradually decreases with aging, and new concerns develop.
That means if you like your results, you may want to get maintenance peels. We see many people benefit from periodic VI Peels, every 6-12 months, to maintain their results and continue improving their skin. Between peels, consistent sun protection, appropriate skincare, and maintaining healthy habits support your skin's appearance and longevity of results.
If you’re tired of topical products that don’t make a difference, VI Peel offers an effective solution that tackles multiple skin concerns with minimal downtime. Book a consultation at Advanced Laser and Skin Cancer Center today by calling 201-836-9696 or using online booking to discuss whether VI Peel could help you achieve clearer, smoother, more youthful-looking skin.