http://www.chemicalpeelall.com/chemical-peel-side-effects/chemical-peel-side-effects-know-the-risks-before-getting-a-chemical-peel/ Common chemical peel side effects include stinging, redness, and peeling of the skin, and they should be expected by any patient who undergoes a chemical peel. The side effects are a result of the peels' chemical action, which removes the old upper layer of the skin to reveal new, fresher skin. Patients should have knowledge of potential chemical peel side effects prior to treatment to alleviate a... Sat, 04 Jul 2009 23:36:19 MDT en