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Chemical peels in Houston, TX

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113 clinics in Houston list chemical peels on their own websites. Each one below links to the page we read it on.

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The Texas rule

Who can perform chemical peels in Texas

The Department says light or superficial peels and microdermabrasion are within an esthetician's licence, while medium and deep peels are medical procedures regulated by the Medical Board.

Peels and microneedling in Texas, by licence
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EstheticianSurface onlyTheir rule bars any product, preparation or procedure that "comes into contact with or penetrates the dermis layer of the skin". The Department says light or superficial peels and microdermabrasion that removes only dead cells are within the licence. Its summary table assigns microneedling and platelet-rich plasma facials to the Medical Board.

All Texas rules, with sources

Before you book

Before you book: what to ask and expect

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.

Questions to bring

The peel

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At a glance

Superficial peel
1 to 7 days
Red and may scale. Makeup can usually be worn the next day.
Medium peel
7 to 14 days
Red and swollen. The skin crusts and peels.
Deep peel
14 to 21 days
Bandaged, with several follow-up visits.
After any peel
Sun and smoking add risk
Both can cause infection and scarring.
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Financing

Can you finance chemical peels in Houston?

80 of these 113 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.

Questions

Chemical peels FAQs for Houston

How long does a chemical peel take to heal?

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.

Who can legally do chemical peels in Texas?

The Department says light or superficial peels and microdermabrasion are within an esthetician's licence, while medium and deep peels are medical procedures regulated by the Medical Board. By licence: esthetician, surface only.

Can an esthetician do chemical peels in Texas?

Surface only. Their rule bars any product, preparation or procedure that "comes into contact with or penetrates the dermis layer of the skin". The Department says light or superficial peels and microdermabrasion that removes only dead cells are within the licence. Its summary table assigns microneedling and platelet-rich plasma facials to the Medical Board.

Can a chemical peel change my skin color?

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.

Can I have a deep peel more than once?

No, according to the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery, which says a deep peel can only be performed once.

Do I need to avoid the sun after a chemical peel?

Yes. Sun exposure and smoking after a peel can cause side effects, including infection and scarring.

How many clinics in Houston, TX offer chemical peels?

113 of the 278 clinics we list in Houston mention chemical peels on their websites.

Do these clinics offer financing?

Most do. 80 of these 113 clinics offer financing, most often through Cherry, CareCredit or Affirm.

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