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80 clinics in Chicago list chemical peels on their own websites. Each one below links to the page we read it on.
IDFPR lists chemical peels beyond superficial ones, microneedling and radiofrequency as the practice of medicine, outside an esthetician's scope.
| Licence | Allowed | Condition |
|---|---|---|
| Doctor | Yes | The memo says a physician may do cosmetic procedures that affect the living layers of the skin. |
| Esthetician | Surface only | The Act defines esthetics as superficial work that exfoliates the outer layer of the skin and bars techniques intended to affect the living layers. Superficial peels are not on IDFPR's list; microneedling and deeper peels are. |
A chemical peel uses a solution to make the top layers of skin come off. What the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery says about the three depths, healing times and risks.
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47 of these 80 clinics mention financing on their own websites, most often through Cherry, CareCredit, Affirm.
A clinic that doesn’t mention financing may still offer it. Ask for the lender’s terms.
It depends on the depth: one to seven days for a superficial peel, seven to 14 days for a medium peel and 14 to 21 days for a deep peel.
IDFPR lists chemical peels beyond superficial ones, microneedling and radiofrequency as the practice of medicine, outside an esthetician's scope. By licence: doctor, yes; esthetician, surface only.
Surface only. The Act defines esthetics as superficial work that exfoliates the outer layer of the skin and bars techniques intended to affect the living layers. Superficial peels are not on IDFPR's list; microneedling and deeper peels are.
Yes. A temporary or permanent change in skin color is a risk, particularly for women on birth control pills, women who become pregnant afterward, and people with a history of brownish facial discoloration.
No, according to the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, which says a deep peel can only be performed once.
Yes. Sun exposure and smoking after a peel can cause side effects, including infection and scarring.
80 of the 155 clinics we list in Chicago mention chemical peels on their websites.
Most do. 47 of these 80 clinics offer financing, most often through Cherry, CareCredit or Affirm.
No Chicago clinic is graded yet.
80 clinics list chemical peels on their own websites. The 21 that post a price come first. Each group is sorted by Google rating, for clinics with 10 or more reviews.
From $139 a sessionas of 10/30/26*
Its website says: Book a VI Peel and receive a complimentary HydroGlow Infusion treatment—a 60-minute skin reset for smoother texture, clarified pores, and radiant confidence.
(essence-medspa.com, read 30 Oct 2026).
From $175 a sessionas of 10/30/26*
Listed on its website: Chemical Peels
(chicagoaesthetics.com/pricing-menu, read 30 Oct 2026).
From $250 a sessionas of 10/30/26*
Its website says: Includes 2 VI Peels and 2 Microneedling Treatments with VAMP.
(shaperzwellness.com/faq, read 30 Oct 2026).
From $325 a sessionas of 10/30/26*
Listed on its website: Chemical Peels
(skinbarandstudio.com, read 30 Oct 2026).
From $125 a sessionas of 10/30/26*
Listed on its website: facials + peels
(ethosmedicalspa.com, read 30 Oct 2026).
From $325 a sessionas of 10/30/26*
Its website says: Our comprehensive range of treatments, including Morpheus skin tightening, Microneedling SkinPen with PRP, DiamondGlow, Sculptra, chemical peels, and facials, is designed to cater to diverse skin needs.
(tresjoliemedicalspa.com/advanced-skin-services, read 30 Oct 2026).
From $125 a sessionas of 10/30/26*
Its website says: Our Acne Blemish Peel was designed for oily and impure skin prone to acne.
(waxmanspa.com/services, read 30 Oct 2026).
From $165 a sessionas of 10/30/26*
Listed on its website: Peels
(glamrum.com, read 30 Oct 2026).
From $170 a sessionas of 10/30/26*
Listed on its website: Green Sea Peel (Liquid Microneedling)
(bettermedspa.com, read 30 Oct 2026).
From $145 a sessionas of 10/30/26*
Listed on its website: Chemical Peels
(goldcoastmedspa.com, read 30 Oct 2026).
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