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eHow Fashion, Style & Personal Care Editor
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Step1
Understand how the chemical peel works. A chemical mixture is placed on the skin. This creates what professionals call a "controlled wound." The outer layer is then peeled away. Like invasive skin surgery, most people consider chemical peels to be medical procedures.
Step2
Find out the licensing requirements in your state. Some states don't require a medical degree for the professional performing a chemical peel. Decide if you want a doctor.
Step3
Talk to the dermatologist, surgeon or skin care professional. If possible, choose two or three professionals from which to choose. Ask what kind of chemical peel they recommend and why.
Step4
Check the credentials of the two or three choices on your list.
Step5
Ask the chemical peel professional for patient references. Follow up on these to see how former patients feels about the service they received.
Step6
Make a preliminary selection of the chemical peel professional you want to use. Then check the state licensing organization to see if there have been any disciplinary actions.