Renew brightness, improve discoloration, clear acne, and smooth early signs of aging with a medical-grade VI Peel designed to renew your complexion safely and effectively at StudioMD in NYC.
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The VI Peel at StudioMD offers a targeted solution for stubborn pigmentation, acne, melasma, and textural concerns. With nearly 20 years of experience and hundreds of thousands of treatments performed, our medical doctors, including plastic and cosmetic surgeons, tailor every peel to your skin type and goals. This treatment is ideal for anyone seeking visible improvement without downtime or aggressive procedures.
Most Popular Areas
Face
Underarms
Hands
Bikini
Chest
Back
The VI Peel uses a precise blend of trichloroacetic acid, salicylic acid, retinoic acid, phenol, and Vitamin C. These ingredients work together to lift damaged outer layers, brighten pigment, clear acne activity, and stimulate new collagen for overall rejuvenation.
This peel addresses sun damage, melasma, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, acne breakouts, acne scars, fine lines, uneven tone, and rough texture. It is one of the few chemical peels appropriate for a wide range of skin tones when performed with proper evaluation.
Your provider cleanses the skin thoroughly before applying the VI Peel solution in several passes. You may feel mild tingling or warmth. The solution remains on the skin for several hours and continues to work after you leave the office.
Most patients begin peeling on day three, with visible shedding lasting three to five days. This light, fluffy peeling removes dead skin and reveals clearer, brighter layers beneath. Strict sun avoidance and gentle skincare help ensure a smooth recovery.
Most patients tolerate the VI Peel easily, experiencing temporary redness, tightness, and flaking as the skin exfoliates. Peeling typically resolves within a week. Avoid picking, exfoliating, or using active products until your provider clears you. Makeup may be worn once the skin is no longer sensitive.
Our team gives you detailed aftercare instructions and follow-up guidance. Proper moisturization, hydration, and consistent sunscreen use help protect your results and reduce the risk of pigment returning, especially for patients treating melasma or sun damage.
Improvements become visible as peeling completes, typically within seven days. Many patients notice a brighter, smoother complexion with reduced discoloration or breakouts. A series of VI Peels can create more dramatic improvement, and ongoing maintenance helps sustain clarity and evenness throughout the year.
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Cosmetic Surgeon
Plastic Surgeon
Board-Certified Physician
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Board-Certified Physician
Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner
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Board-Certified Physician
Clinical & Operations Director for Hair Restoration
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Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
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32 Court St #1104,
Brooklyn, NY 11201
65 Wendt Ave, Ground Floor,
Larchmont, NY 10538
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Garden City, NY 11530
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New York, NY 10019
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New York, NY 10012
16 Church St,
White Plains, NY 10601
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Mendham Borough, NJ 07945
1101 Post Road,
Darien, CT 06820
736 Baltimore Pike, Ste 8,
Glen Mills, PA 19342
You may be a candidate if you have acne, discoloration, melasma, fine lines, or uneven tone. The VI Peel suits many skin types, but we assess your complexion and history to ensure safe, predictable results.
Most patients feel mild warmth or tingling during application. The peel is formulated to be gentle and tolerable, and any discomfort is brief. Tightness or dryness may occur during peeling but is easily managed with proper aftercare.
Some patients see meaningful improvement after one treatment. For melasma, acne, or deeper pigment, a series of three to four peels spaced several weeks apart is often recommended. Your provider will create a personalized treatment schedule.
Yes. Many patients combine VI Peels with microneedling, facials, laser treatments, or skincare regimens to enhance results. Combination therapy often accelerates improvement and supports long-term pigment control or acne management.
You can resume most activities immediately, but avoid intense workouts, heat, and sun exposure during the first several days. Peeling typically begins on day three, so plan around social commitments if visible shedding is a concern.
