111Skin's New Precision Peel Is My Answer For Congested Skin

I am, admittedly, someone who has dabbled in the world of ordering clinical-grade chemical peels off of Amazon and conducting my very own body peels out of the comfort of my home. Would I, as a beauty editor, recommend this? Absolutely not, please consult with a trusted dermatologist, esthetician, or plastic surgeon. I did, however, draw the line at applying these chemical peels to my face. While doing strong, medical-grade chemicals at home is considered dangerous because of potential burning, scarring, and general damage, there are a handful of brands creating peels that they can trust consumers to apply themselves—iS Clinical and Shani Darden Skin Care, for example. Now, 111Skin's Precision Peel (which launched today!) is the newest addition to the category—and it feels right on time for a brand that has always prioritized translating clinical innovation into high-performance skincare.

This new launch piqued my interest for two reasons. First of all, it was described as being equally as gentle as it is effective. Second of all, the efficiency was compared to that of the treatments Dr. Yannis Alexandrides, 111Skin founder and triple board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon, does in his office. "In the clinic, I can select the strength and type of peel for an individual patient, closely control application and monitor the skin throughout the procedure and subsequent recovery," Dr. Alexandrides says. "At home, the challenge is translating those same principles of controlled resurfacing into a formula suitable for regular use without professional supervision. We therefore focused on delivering effective resurfacing while prioritizing skin tolerance, rather than replicating the intensity of an in-clinic peel."

In a gel-like consistency in a pump container, 111Skin's Precision Peel targets signs of aging, fine lines, dryness, dullness, and uneven skin tone with the help of not one, not two, but three acids. "The Precision Peel combines Mandelic Acid (an AHA), Salicylic Acid (a BHA), and Lactobionic Acid (a PHA), with Papain for enzymatic exfoliation," Dr. Alexandrides says. "Each works differently, allowing us to address texture, congestion, discoloration, and dullness within one treatment." The addition of milk thistle extract, a soothing ingredient that's very intriguing to a girl prone to reactionary redness, and encapsulated Glutathione for post-exfoliation comfort, music to the ears of a girl afraid of post-peel burning, helps make the product as gentle as it is effective.

At $250, 111Skin offers 1.4 fl oz worth of a chemical peel that, according to a doctor who specializes in chemical peels himself, is comparable to the treatments he offers in his office. With light-to-medium in-office chemical peels ranging anywhere between $100 and $300 per session, usually on the higher end in major cities like New York, this product is 100% worth it.

111Skin, a high-performance skincare brand by triple board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Yannis Alexandrides, just launched the Precision Peel—and the formulation was inspired by in-office treatments that he specializes in. In his words, "With the Precision Peel, clients can now incorporate controlled, measurable resurfacing into their regular routine with minimal downtime. It brings our clinical philosophy into the home, whether used independently or between professional treatments.”

The formula is a blend of 3 acids along with ingredients that soothe and prevent irritation, making it almost foolproof for at-home use. Very quickly after testing it, my complexion was brighter, my stubborn breakouts were tamed, and my skin looked more alive.