This is the chemical peel treatment that you should reach for, depending on your skin key in.

We’ve ranked them from most to least potent.

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Actually, peels are some of the most effective, versatile treatment options out there.

In other words, peels are a multi-faceted way to approach taking care of your complexion.

Wonder which skin peel is right for you?

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Here, were ranking at-home and in-office peels from least intense to most.

Keep scrolling to discover the best one for your skin key in.

Enzyme peels are readily available for at-home use in addition to in-office treatments.

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In-office procedures are used with stronger concentrations and penetrate deeper into the skin, says dermatologistDendy Engelman, MD.

Either way, youll experience little to no downtime.

It also encourages the shedding of the top layer of skin, preventing the pores from becoming congested again.

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In-office options may have minor side effects like redness, dryness, and flaking.

It provides excellent exfoliation while stimulating collagen production.

Though at-home options do exist, you should definitely entrust a professional with this one.

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In seven days time, it will leave you with happy, glowing skin.

Phenol peels remove part of the epidermis and can even be absorbed into the bloodstream, says Knyazevych.

Theyre so powerful, they can also remove certain skin growths, she says.

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Redness, swelling, peeling, and crusting can remainfor several days and even weeks.

Worth it, considering the dramatic spot and scar-busting results canlast up to 10 years.

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