Chemical peels are not one treatment. They are a category with meaningfully different options for meaningfully different concerns. Walking into a consultation asking for a peel without knowing which one for which problem is like asking a tailor for a suit without specifying what you need it for.

This October, with cooler months fully arrived, we are seeing a strong surge in peel bookings at IV Wellness Lounge. This guide decodes the full Chemical Peel menu by concern, so you arrive at your consultation already understanding which peel is likely to be the right fit for what you want to address.

 

Why the Menu Approach Matters

A generic peel will deliver some improvement across most skin concerns. A targeted peel designed for your specific concern delivers meaningfully stronger improvement.

The difference is particularly pronounced for adults dealing with specific issues (established melasma, active acne, under-eye darkness, stubborn body pigmentation). The right peel for your case will outperform a generic peel by a significant margin, and often require fewer sessions to deliver the result.

This is why the Chemical Peel menu at IV Wellness Lounge is structured by concern rather than by peel strength. You pick the result you want. The right peel formulation follows.

 

Under Eye Peel - AED 499

The specialised peel for the delicate under-eye area. Targeted to brighten dark shadows, improve under-eye skin quality and address textural concerns around the eyes.

The under-eye area has thinner, more delicate skin than the rest of the face, which is why dedicated formulations deliver better results than generic peels applied in that zone.

Who it is for: adults concerned about under-eye darkness that is not caused by structural hollowing (fillers address hollowing; peels address pigmentation and skin quality).

Pairs well with: Skin Boosters for compound under-eye improvement. The new Under Eye Treatments page covers the integrated approach.

 

Acne Peel - AED 699

The targeted peel for active acne and post-inflammatory concerns. Formulated to address the specific inflammatory processes that drive acne and the pigmentation it leaves behind.

Regular Acne Peel sessions across a course meaningfully improve both active breakouts and residual marks. This is often the backbone treatment in a proper custom acne protocol.

Who it is for: adults with active comedonal or inflammatory acne, adults with post-acne hyperpigmentation, adults with persistent breakouts despite consistent home skincare.

Pairs well with: regular HydraFacial (Signature HydraGlow at AED 599 or Korean HydraFacial at AED 699) for ongoing scalp and skin maintenance, and prescription support when appropriate.

 

Intimate Peel - AED 799

Gentle peel formulation for intimate area brightening. Specifically designed for the sensitive skin in these zones.

Who it is for: adults seeking targeted brightening in intimate areas. Private, discreet, performed by qualified medical staff in the clinical environment.

The intimate area peel is often more oversold than other peel categories. We encourage realistic expectations: gradual, meaningful improvement across a proper course.

 

Lip Peel - AED 1,999

Premium peel formulation for lip lightening and quality improvement. Deeper, more targeted than general facial peels.

Who it is for: adults with pronounced lip pigmentation, smoker's lines, or wanting meaningful lip brightening beyond what topical skincare delivers.

This is one of the more specialised peels on the menu. The consultation covers specific expectations and whether this peel fits your case.

 

Pigmentation + Rejuvenation Peel - AED 1,499

The workhorse of the post-summer menu. Targeted for pigmentation correction and general skin renewal in one protocol.

This is often the right starting peel for adults with mixed concerns: some pigmentation, some textural issues, some dullness. The Pigmentation + Rejuvenation Peel delivers meaningful improvement across all three in a proper course.

Who it is for: adults with post-summer pigmentation, general skin dullness, or adults new to peels wanting a strong general-purpose option.

Pairs well with: Glow Hub IV for compound skin brightening, Skin Boosters for ongoing quality maintenance between peel sessions.

 

Body Peel - From AED 699

Not just for the face. The Body Peel addresses pigmentation, dullness and textural concerns on larger surface areas: chest, back, arms, shoulders.

Who it is for: adults with sun damage or pigmentation on body areas, adults with back acne or chest acne, adults wanting a general brightening treatment for body skin.

Pricing from AED 699 depending on the specific area and size. The consultation confirms the specific protocol.

 

Cosmelan - AED 3,200

The premium depigmentation protocol, widely regarded as one of the strongest treatments globally for melasma and stubborn pigmentation.

Not an entry-level peel. Cosmelan requires proper consultation, strict post-treatment commitment (including sun avoidance and specific home care across weeks), and realistic expectations about the healing timeline.

Who it is for: adults with established melasma that has not responded to lighter treatments, adults with stubborn hyperpigmentation across larger areas, adults specifically committed to the strongest available clinical pigmentation treatment.

The results can be meaningful. Cosmelan continues to be used globally as a benchmark pigmentation treatment because it genuinely works for adults who commit to the protocol properly.

 

Dermamelan Intimate - AED 3,600

The intimate-area variant of the Cosmelan family. Same mechanism, specifically formulated for intimate zones.

Who it is for: adults with specific intimate-area pigmentation concerns wanting the strongest available clinical protocol.

As with Cosmelan, requires proper consultation, commitment to the full protocol and realistic expectations. Not suitable as a casual booking.

 

How to Choose Across the Menu

The decision tree is simple when you know your primary concern.

Primary concern is pigmentation. Light to moderate: Pigmentation + Rejuvenation Peel. Stubborn or melasma: Cosmelan.

Primary concern is active acne. Acne Peel as a course, with HydraFacial maintenance between.

Primary concern is under-eye darkness or dullness. Under Eye Peel, often combined with skin boosters.

Primary concern is general skin dullness. Pigmentation + Rejuvenation Peel as the entry choice.

Primary concern is body skin (back, chest, arms). Body Peel.

Specific concern (lip pigmentation, intimate brightening). Dedicated peels on the menu.

The consultation refines the specific choice based on your case rather than defaulting to one for all patients.

 

Building a Proper October Peel Course

Single peels deliver meaningful improvement. The compounding benefit of a proper course across cooler months is meaningfully stronger.

Standard rhythm: one peel every 4 to 6 weeks across October through March. Three to four peels across the season delivers cumulative benefit far beyond any single session.

20 percent discount on 3 or more sessions supports a proper course structure at meaningful value.

Book early. The peel booking window tightens as the cooler season progresses and adults consistently say the hardest part is finding time slots during peak months.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Which peel should I start with?

Depends on your primary concern. The menu is structured by concern, not by peel strength. The consultation confirms the right starting peel for your case.

How many peels do I need?

3 to 4 across the cooler season (October to March) delivers cumulative benefit meaningfully stronger than isolated sessions.

How much does a chemical peel cost in Dubai?

From AED 499 at IV Wellness Lounge (Under Eye Peel). Full menu ranges to AED 3,600 for Dermamelan.

Can I combine different peels across a course?

Yes, and often this delivers stronger overall results. A proper course may include an Acne Peel for active acne alongside Pigmentation + Rejuvenation Peel for post-inflammatory marks.

Will I visibly peel?

Yes. Peak peeling is typically day 3 to 5. Plan around a quieter social window.

 

Common Peel Booking Mistakes

Choosing the strongest peel first. The strongest option is not always the right starting point. Cosmelan and Dermamelan require specific preparation and commitment. For most adults, starting with the Pigmentation + Rejuvenation Peel delivers meaningful results while building the familiarity needed if a stronger protocol becomes the right next step.

Booking too close to events. Even planned peeling can show in photographs. Book at least 2 to 3 weeks before major events to allow full post-peel settlement.

Skipping the preparation phase. Peels work meaningfully better on properly prepared skin. The 3 to 7 day pre-treatment prep matters more than most adults expect.

Treating peels as isolated events. The cumulative benefit of a proper course across cooler months is meaningfully stronger than any single session. Plan for the full October to March window.

Ignoring post-treatment SPF. Freshly peeled skin without consistent daily SPF will develop new pigmentation that undoes the treatment benefit. SPF is non-negotiable.

 

Book Your Chemical Peel Consultation in Dubai

For a proper peel consultation that walks you through the right menu choice for your specific concerns, book at IV Wellness Lounge at DIFC or Palm Jumeirah. October is the window to secure your preferred slots across the full peak-season booking calendar.