What is a Chemical Peel?
Medical grade specialized skin treatments reveal fresh and glowing skin, naturally boosting your collagen and increase the skin’s glow and vibrancy.
How does it work?
Medical grade chemical peels aim to remove the old, dead layers of the skin, revealing fresh, healthy underlying cells. A skin analysis will be performed by your care provider to determine the best options for your treatment based on your skin type, skin conditions and individual concerns.
We will apply a formula designed to optimize the skin’s health from the surfaces layers into the deeper layers for optimal results. This process involves cleansing, exfoliating and treating individualized concerns.
What is it used for?
It can be used for a variety of conditions, including:
- Fine lines
- Sun damage
- Acne
- Pigmentation
Our peels can:
- Help to create a more-even skin tone
- Tighten pores
- reduce acne
- Improve skin texture
- Improve hydration and luminescence
For continued optimal skin health, we recommend regular treatments. A chemical peel is a great way to prepare your skin for other aesthetic treatments to maximize their effectiveness. Ask you care provider how.
How to prepare for your Chemical Peel?
- Stop using any skincare products containing Retinol/Retin A one week before
- Let your care provider know if you are using Accutane (Isotretinoin)
- Avoid other aggressive or abrasive skincare products, peels, exfoliants, or masks for 48 hours before
What to do after your Chemical Peel Treatment?
To maximize the benefits of your treatment:
- Avoid the sun, and be sure wear sunscreen everyday, reapply regularly if you are spending time outdoors.
- Avoid extreme heat (sauna, steam, tanning beds, etc) for 48 hours
- Moisturize and hydrate: peels can temporarily compromise your skin’s protective barrier, it’s important to reinforce that barrier with a moisturizer. Drinking more water can help to avoid dehydration, which could make your skin feel tight.
- Avoid any aggressive or abrasive skincare, peels, or other treatments for one week- resist retinols for one week.
Chemical Peels & Medical-Grade Facials
At Distinct Medical Aesthetics, we offer advanced chemical peel treatments and medical-grade facials to address a wide range of skin concerns — from dullness and uneven tone to acne, fine lines, and sensitive skin conditions.
These are not your standard spa facials. We use clinical-strength ingredients that work at a deeper level, customized to your skin type and needs after a professional skin assessment.
ZO® Stimulator Peel — The “Red Carpet Peel”
This no-downtime peel is a fan favourite for a reason. Known as the “Red Carpet Peel,” the ZO Stimulator Peel delivers visible glow, smoothness, and skin clarity in just one session — perfect before an event or as a regular maintenance treatment.
Key Benefits:
- Brightens and smooths skin without irritation or downtime
- Uses lactic, citric, and glycolic acids to gently exfoliate and clear congested pores
- Great for acne-prone, dull, or aging skina
- Leaves skin looking refreshed, even-toned, and radiant
This is our go-to peel for first-timers or anyone looking for a professional-grade glow-up with no peeling or recovery time.
ZO® Enzymatic Peel — For Sensitive or Reactive Skin
Not all peels are created equal. For those with sensitive, reactive, or rosacea-prone skin, we recommend the Enzymatic Peel — a gentle resurfacing treatment designed to exfoliate without visible peeling.
How It Works:
- Uses papain and bromelain enzymes (from papaya and pineapple) plus glycolic acid (AHA) for enhanced epidermal renewal
- No flaking or peeling — just a smoother, firmer, and more luminous complexion
- Improves skin texture, evens skin tone, and promotes barrier repair
- Safe for face, hands, arms, and legs
Ideal for those who want visible results without irritation.
Medical-Grade Custom Facials
Every face is different. That’s why our medical-grade facials are customized using back-bar products tailored to your skin’s unique condition — whether you're targeting acne, dryness, or sensitivity.
We use:
- Professional-strength ingredients that penetrate beyond the surface
- Options for deep pore extractions and LED light therapy
- A layered approach to exfoliation, hydration, and skin healing
Facials may include enzymatic peels, mild chemical exfoliants, masks, and serums, depending on your current concerns and goals. You’ll leave with skin that feels clean, calm, and revitalized — and a plan for maintaining progress at home.
Why Choose Distinct?
- Treatments performed by experienced medical aestheticians
- Clinical-grade products from ZO® Skin Health and other physician-dispensed lines
- Safe, non-invasive solutions with visible improvements in skin tone, texture, and clarity
Whether you're new to chemical peels or looking to refresh your routine, we’re here to help guide your skin journey.
Related Information:
If you have any questions or concerns following your treatment, please contact us:
info@distinctmedicalaesthetics.com
905.338.4080
Distinct Medical Aesthetics is proud to serve our clients in Oakville, Burlington, Mississauga, Hamilton, Toronto and throughout the Greater Toronto Area!