A topically applicable chemical peel composition having from about 5% to about 25%, by weight, of alpha hydroxy acid, from about 11% to about 22%, by weight, of salicylic acid, from about 4% to about 13%, by weight, of phenylethyl resorcinol and balance essentially dermatologically acceptable liquid solvent. In addition, a chemical skin peel regime or regimen including topical application onto the skin is also disclosed.
