- Duration
- Advised after consultation, depending on composition
- Recommended sessions
- Intervals set according to skin condition — advised after consultation
- Downtime
- Temporary redness or fine flaking possible — varies with skin condition
Dr. Kim Tae-hoon, Medical Director · Reviewed by our medical director
Board-certified dermatologist · review date to be posted
LaLa Peel is a chemical peel that refines dead skin cells, sebum, and comedones and supports turnover. Depending on skin condition, temporary redness or flaking may occur and responses vary by individual, and severely inflamed acne or depressed scars may require other treatments alongside.
01Overview
LaLa Peel An LHA peel designed to reduce irritation and protect the skin barrier
LaLa Peel is a chemical peel based on LHA (lipohydroxy acid) that refines dead skin cells and supports skin turnover.
- Duration
- Advised after consultation, depending on composition
- Recommended sessions
- Intervals set according to skin condition — advised after consultation
- Downtime
- Temporary redness or fine flaking possible — varies with skin condition
- How long it lasts
- Builds over sessions — maintenance care according to skin condition (individual results vary)
How we approach it
The same device can be run very differently. This is how Grays approaches this treatment.
Rather than dissolving dead skin cells with AHA or BHA alone, LaLa Peel is a peel based on LHA.
We perform peels in a way that reduces irritation and protects hydration and the skin barrier.
Dr. Kim Tae-hoon, Medical Director · Reviewed by our medical director
02What to expect
Changes over time
LHA is derived from salicylic acid and acts relatively slowly in the stratum corneum and around the pores, so it is used to refine dead skin cells, sebum, and comedones while reducing irritation.
Right after the peel
Stinging or redness may occur, and the peel is finished with soothing and moisturizing care.
A few days
Dryness or fine flaking may occur. Do not peel it off by force, and moisturize well.
Over sessions
As sessions continue while monitoring skin condition, we check for refinement of dead skin cells, sebum, and comedones. The pace varies by individual.
Maintenance
Acne and sebum can change with lifestyle factors and hormones, so care continues according to your condition even after improvement.
Images are illustrative; actual course varies by individual.
05Before / After
Before & After
Clinical photos. Results vary with skin condition, age and treatment plan. Before-and-after photos are published with the patient's written consent, taken under identical conditions (lighting, angle) and never retouched. Results vary by individual.
06Aftercare
Recovery & care
- 01
Same day
Do not rub; use gentle cleansing and ample moisturizing. Do not use scrubs or exfoliating products.
- 02
Flaking
Even if flaking occurs, do not peel it off by force. Letting it fall off naturally is important for reducing irritation and hyperpigmentation.
- 03
Weeks 1-2
Skin after a peel can be sensitive to UV. Apply SPF30 or higher daily and reapply every 2 hours when outdoors.
- 04
Progress check
The timing of the next peel and any combination are adjusted based on your skin's response.
07FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What kind of peel is LaLa Peel?
LaLa Peel is a chemical peel based on LHA (lipohydroxy acid). It aims to refine dead skin cells and support skin turnover for clearer-looking skin, and is performed in a way that reduces irritation and protects the skin barrier. Soothing and moisturizing care is provided after the peel.
What is LHA?
LHA is an ingredient derived from salicylic acid. It has an affinity for oil, acting around the pores and in the stratum corneum, and is known to act relatively slowly. These properties are used in peels that refine dead skin cells, sebum, and comedones.
What skin is this peel suited to?
We consider it for skin that is sensitive and finds strong peels a burden, skin with recurring acne, sebum, and comedones, and skin whose redness and irritation lasted a long time after previous peels. However, even with the same concern, the suitable peel differs depending on the condition of the skin barrier. Suitability is decided after checking your skin condition at consultation.
My skin is sensitive — can I still have a peel?
The decision is made after checking your skin condition. LaLa Peel is designed to reduce irritation and protect the skin barrier, so it can be considered for sensitive skin, but if the barrier is significantly damaged or inflammation is severe, we may recommend calming the skin beforehand. If you feel strong stinging during the peel, please tell us right away.
How is it different from AHA/BHA peels or a Jessner peel?
The ingredients and how they work differ. Rather than dissolving dead skin cells with AHA or BHA alone, LaLa Peel is based on LHA, and in addition to LaLa Peel, Grays Dermatology also offers a Jessner peel. Which peel suits you depends on skin type, acne condition, and barrier condition, and is chosen after consultation.
Does it help with acne?
It is used for caring for acne-prone skin by refining dead skin cells, sebum, and comedones. However, when inflammation is severe or nodular acne is present, a peel alone is not enough, and laser or medication may be needed alongside. Depending on your acne condition, the combination may also be set within the Acne Treatment Program.
Does the peel hurt or sting?
You may feel stinging or a burning sensation while the peeling solution is on, and it is usually performed without anesthesia. How much you feel varies by skin condition and individual. If discomfort is significant, tell us during the peel and we will adjust based on your skin's response.
Can I return to daily life right after the peel?
Depending on skin condition, temporary redness, dryness, or fine flaking may occur after the peel. How to cleanse, apply makeup, and care for your skin on the day and in the days that follow is advised at your visit based on your skin's response. If you have an important event coming up, please let us know in advance.
How many sessions do I need?
It is often performed over several sessions while monitoring skin condition, rather than as a single treatment. Intervals and the number of sessions depend on acne and flaking condition and your response to the peel, and are advised after consultation. The pace of response varies by individual.
How should I care for my skin after the peel?
Wash gently without rubbing and moisturize well. Even if flaking occurs, do not peel it off by force, and avoid scrubs or exfoliating products for the period we advise. Skin after a peel can be sensitive to UV, so apply sunscreen of SPF30 or higher daily.
Are there cases where a peel is difficult?
If there is a wound or infection in the treatment area, you have recently had strong UV exposure or tanned, or your skin is sensitive from another recent peel or laser, we adjust the timing. If you are taking oral acne medication (isotretinoin-type) or have ever had a hypersensitivity reaction to salicylic acid-type ingredients, be sure to tell us at your visit. Please also let us know in advance if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
How much does LaLa Peel cost, and how do I book?
The cost depends on the peel coverage, composition, and number of sessions, and is confirmed after consultation. Non-covered treatment fees can be found on the pricing page of our website. Booking and consultations are available via Naver Booking, our KakaoTalk channel, or phone (+82-51-710-1891), and you can also consult with us via LINE.
Fees
Pricing depends on coverage, composition, and number of sessions, and is confirmed after consultation.
See the fee schedule →References 3
- Korea MFDS medical device registry — searchable by approval number
- Korean Dermatological Association — specialist credential lookup
- Reviewed by: Dr. Kim Tae-hoon, Medical Director
⚠ Cautions & contraindications
- —Active infection or open wounds in the treatment area
- —Recent strong UV exposure or tanning
- —Skin that is sensitive from another recent peel or laser treatment
- —Currently taking or recently took oral acne medication (isotretinoin-type)
- —History of hypersensitivity reactions to peel ingredients such as salicylic acid-type compounds
- —If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, tell us at your visit
Summary & comparison
| Treatment | Target layer | Main change | Duration | How long it lasts | Downtime |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LaLa Peel ← | — | An LHA peel designed to reduce irritation and protect the skin barrier | Advised after consultation, depending on composition | Builds over sessions — maintenance care according to skin condition (individual results vary) | Temporary redness or fine flaking possible — varies with skin condition |
| Potenza | L2 Dermis | RF microneedling that treats skin problems at the root | 30-40 minutes | Builds over a course of sessions (individual results vary) | Redness and fine scabs possible for 1-3 days |
| Smoothbeam | — | An acne laser that goes straight to the sebaceous glands | 15-25 minutes | Builds over a course of sessions (individual results vary) | Temporary redness for a few hours to a day |
| Acne Treatment Program | — | Long-term acne care that addresses the sebaceous glands and the surrounding skin environment | Advised after consultation, depending on composition | Long-term care — recurrence possible depending on hormonal and lifestyle factors; maintenance needed | Varies by composition — temporary erythema; 1-3 days of erythema or fine scabs possible when Potenza is included |
Treatments used for the same concern, placed side by side. Which one fits is decided in consultation after the layer is identified.
Reviewed byDr. Kim Tae-hoon, Medical Director · Board-certified dermatologist · review date to be posted
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