Skin & Facial Rejuvenation

Chemical Peels

Refine tone, smooth texture, and restore radiance with customized chemical exfoliation.

What Are Chemical Peels

Chemical peels are professional skin-resurfacing treatments designed to improve tone, texture, and clarity by gently exfoliating the outer layers of the skin. By encouraging controlled renewal, chemical peels help soften fine lines, address uneven pigmentation, and reveal a brighter, more balanced complexion.

At SanctuaireMD, peels are carefully selected and customized to support your skin’s needs—ranging from light refreshers to more advanced resurfacing options.

How Chemical Peels Works

A specialized solution is applied to the skin to stimulate exfoliation and cellular turnover. As the skin renews itself, dull or damaged cells are replaced with healthier ones, resulting in smoother texture and improved radiance. Treatment depth and formulation are tailored to your skin type, concerns, and desired level of refinement.

Refinement You Can Feel

Discover results that feel as good as they look:

  • Brighter, more even skin tone
  • Smoother texture and refined pores
  • Softening of fine lines and surface irregularities
  • Improved clarity for sun-damaged or uneven skin
  • Customized treatment with minimal downtime

What to Expect

From your first visit to your refined results, every step is designed for comfort, precision, and natural beauty.

Consultation

Your Chemical Peels experience begins with a personalized consultation to discuss your goals and create a tailored treatment plan designed to achieve natural, balanced refinement.

During Treatment

Your session typically lasts 30–60 minutes. Using precise, advanced techniques, your provider delivers treatment to targeted areas such as:
Using precise, advanced techniques, your provider delivers treatment to targeted areas such as the face, neck, and décolleté, depending on your personalized plan..

After Treatment

You can return to normal activities right away. Mild redness, tenderness, or sensitivity may appear briefly as your skin or muscles respond.

Results & Longevity

Refinement often begins within 2–3 Days and continues to improve.
Most clients enjoy results for several weeks before a gentle touch-up is recommended.
Meet Your Providers

Advanced Care, Thoughtfully Delivered

Your experience begins with an individualized approach guided by clinical expertise and artistry. Our providers use advanced techniques and a deep understanding of anatomy to ensure results that are both natural and predictable—never overdone, always you.

At SanctuaireMD, every dose, pass, or pulse reflects our commitment to safety, precision, and your unique aesthetic goals.

Beyond Chemical Peels

Refine your results or discover new possibilities for radiant confidence.

Peptide Therapy

Support your body’s natural growth hormone production for better sleep, recovery, energy, and healthy aging.

Renu Light Bed™

Restore, repair, and recharge—at the cellular level.

DiamondGlow®

Exfoliate, extract, and infuse the skin with targeted serums for immediate radiance and long-term skin health.

FAQs

Who is a good candidate for Chemical Peels?

Chemical peels are suitable for many skin types and concerns, including dullness, uneven tone, and fine lines. A consultation ensures the peel is appropriate for your skin.

Downtime varies by peel type. Some peels have little to no downtime, while deeper peels may involve several days of recovery.

Yes. Chemical peels support gradual skin renewal, allowing improvements to appear refined and natural.

Yes. Chemical peels are often paired with facials, microneedling, or light-based treatments for comprehensive skin rejuvenation.

Ready to Begin Your Journey?

Schedule a consultation to discover how Chemical Peels can help you look refreshed, confident, and entirely yourself—inside and out.
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Ann Crahan APRN, FNP-BC, NP-c

Owner & CEO / Expert Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner

Ann has been in the healthcare field for the last 25 years. With a prior bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and Registered Nursing, she has worked in clinical information technology before obtaining her Master’s degree in Nursing Leadership and Management at Western Governors University. She is also an experienced Nurse Practitioner who has gained experience in both the hospital and outpatient settings. She has worked in various departments including Dermatology, Pediatrics, Neonatal Intensive Care, Surgery, Endocrinology, and Informatics.

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Nick Makhoul, M.D

Medical Director

Dr Nick Makhoul is a Board-Certified Family Medicine physician in private practice since 1995. He earned his MD degree from Loyola University Chicago and his undergraduate BS from the University of California, Davis. As a Bay Area native, he has made the East Bay his home since 1995. He is married with three teenage children and has a passion for sports, the outdoors, and family nights out. Dr Nick is a strong advocate for healthcare prevention and the wellness of mind, body, and soul.

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Hannah Chan, MPAS, PA-C

Aesthetic Physician Assistant

For over a decade, Hannah has been immersed in the beauty industry, a journey sparked by her own teenage struggle with acne and the confidence she found through self care. Hannah’s glowing skin often stops people in their tracks where literally strangers in the streets ask her about her skincare routine. This authentic radiance is her passion: helping patients achieve natural, elevated aesthetics that reflect their inner strength. Beyond her practice, she is equally passionate about fashion and fitness because she believes that wellness is when you can look good but feel even better.

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Alyssa Hanson

Clinical Esthetician / Patient Care Coordinator

Alyssa is a licensed esthetician with over five years of experience in the aesthetics industry. Combining her passion for skincare, customer service, and team leadership, she has contributed both in the treatment room and behind the scenes to ensure smooth client experiences at Sanctuaire MD. Alyssa thrives on helping others feel confident and cared for, whether through treatments or creating seamless operations. Outside of work, she nurtures her artistic side through painting and sketching, channeling her creativity into everything she does.

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Aimee Biezad, EST

Lead Front Desk and Sales Associate

Aimée has over 20 years of experience in the skincare, aesthetic, and healthcare industries. As a Licensed Esthetician and medical front office professional, she has worked in medical and cosmetic dermatology, specializing in patient care, skincare education, and practice operations. She is passionate about helping patients achieve their skincare goals while providing exceptional service and support throughout their aesthetic journey.

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