Body Chemical Peels at the Dr. Fehmida Arif Clinic, Karachi

Body Chemical Peels in Karachi

Even, brighter skin on the knees, elbows, underarms, inner thighs, back and chest. Medical-strength peels chosen for the area and the depth of the pigment, by a dermatologist.

Medical peels30 minutes3 to 6 sessionsMinimal downtimeAll skin tones
In 30 seconds

Are body peels right for me?

  • For darkened underarms, knees, elbows, inner thighs, neck, back or chest, and for body acne and its marks.
  • Three to six sessions of about thirty minutes, two to four weeks apart, with light flaking for a few days.
  • Visible brightening from the second session; the full result at the end of the course.
Overview

Even tone, everywhere.

Pigmentation on the body, the darker skin on the knees, elbows, underarms, inner thighs, back and chest, comes from excess melanin triggered by friction, sun, hormones, shaving or old acne. It is one of the most common reasons patients come to the clinic, and one of the most treatable.

Chemical peels for the body use stronger, deeper-acting formulas than facial peels, chosen by Dr. Fehmida for the area and the depth of the pigment. Superficial peels treat mild sun damage and tone; medium peels treat stubborn friction darkening and melasma-type pigment; deeper peels address acne scarring on the back and chest. Each peel removes the damaged surface and signals the skin to produce new, evenly pigmented cells.

Most areas need a course of three to six peels, two to four weeks apart, with a simple home routine between sessions to protect the result.

30 minPer session
3 to 6Sessions, 2 to 4 weeks apart
2 to 5 daysLight flaking
Session 2First visible change
Body Peels: a clinician brushing a clear peel solution onto a woman's knee
What it treats

The areas patients ask about most.

Good candidates

  • Dark patches from friction, shaving or sun on any body area.
  • Body acne and the marks it leaves.
  • Rough, bumpy or dull skin on the arms, legs or back.
  • All skin tones, with peels chosen for darker skin when needed.

Not suitable for

  • Active infection, eczema or open wounds in the area.
  • Recent isotretinoin use or a fresh tan.
  • Pregnancy for certain peel types; the consultation advises.
  • Anyone unable to avoid sun exposure on the area during the course.
How it works

Lift, renew, protect.

01

The peel is chosen for the area

Depth, acid and strength are matched to the skin and the pigment. The area is cleansed and prepared.

02

The peel works for a few minutes

A warm tingling as the peel loosens the damaged surface layers. It is neutralised and soothed.

03

New skin, protected

Light flaking over the following days reveals brighter, more even skin. A home routine and sunscreen hold the result between sessions.

Your sessions

From consultation to results.

Day 0Assessment

Dr. Fehmida identifies the cause of the pigment and starts a preparation routine if the skin needs it.

Weeks 1 to 12Three to six peels

Thirty minutes each. Expect tightness and light flaking for a few days after each.

Session 2First changes

Tone visibly brighter and smoother.

End of courseReview and maintenance

Photographs compared. A maintenance peel every few months and daily sunscreen keep it.

Dr. Fehmida Arif
Reviewed by Dr. Fehmida Arif
"Body pigment responds beautifully when the peel matches the cause. The mistake is using a face peel on the body and expecting it to reach."

Consultant Dermatologist and Laser Specialist. Over 35 years of dermatology, trained in Zurich, practising in Clifton since 1999. Page medically reviewed September 2026.

Questions patients ask

Body peels, answered.

Straight answers from the clinic. If your question is not here, ask on WhatsApp.

Yes, when chosen and applied by a dermatologist. Depth and formula are matched to your skin tone and the area, which is what keeps darker skin safe from rebound pigment.

About thirty minutes, including preparation and soothing afterwards.

Light flaking, dryness and tightness for two to five days. You can work and shower normally; avoid sun and scrubbing the area.

Most patients see brighter skin after the second session. The full result comes at the end of the course, typically three to six peels.

A warm tingling or stinging for a few minutes while the peel works, then it is neutralised.

Not if the cause is managed: sunscreen, less friction, gentler hair removal. Maintenance peels every few months keep the tone even.

Yes. The clinic treats all skin tones and chooses peels that brighten without triggering post-inflammatory pigment.

Underarms, knees, elbows, inner thighs, bikini line, neck, chest, back, shoulders, arms and legs.

Yes. Salicylic-based peels treat active body acne and fade the marks it leaves; deeper scarring may need laser as well.

Pricing depends on the area and the peel used. The clinic shares the exact fee at the consultation. Ask on WhatsApp for current pricing.

Book

Start with a consultation.

A twenty-minute consultation identifies the cause of the pigment and chooses the right peel and depth. Message on WhatsApp or leave your number.

Clinic

D200, Block 5, Clifton, Karachi. Monday to Friday 9:00 to 6:00, Saturday 9:00 to 5:00.

Speak to us

Call or WhatsApp 0301 827 9630

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