I have very reactive sensitive skin and I was nervous about chemical peels for the same reason. I found a clinic that specializes in treating sensitive skin types, and the aesthetician did extensive consultation before even thinking about a peel. She recommended a very gentle glycolic peel to start, which was affordable at around one hundred seventy-five dollars. Before doing the full peel, she did a patch test on a small area to make sure my skin reacted well. My skin responded beautifully with no adverse reactions, and I've since had two more peels with excellent results. The key is finding someone experienced with sensitive skin who will take time with patch testing and use appropriate formulations. Don't skip the patch test, especially if you have reactive skin. I'd recommend reading about chemical peel options specifically for sensitive skin types on https://bellasanamedspa.com/blog/how-much-does-a-chemical-peel-cost-in-chicago, where they discuss different approaches for different skin types. That resource helped me understand that sensitive skin can be treated, it just requires a more cautious approach.