LalaDoctor · 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). 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.