http://www.chemicalpeelall.com/chemical-peel-news/how-do-chemical-peels-work-on-acne/ The chemical peels act on wrinkles by dissolving the sticky substances that bind together the keratinized dead cells of your skin, causing them to exfoliate or slough off and allow new healthier skin to come out. This procedure decreases the development of age lines and wrinkles and evens out dermal coloration. Sat, 04 Jul 2009 23:52:44 MDT en