Chemical peels are definitely worth the investment when you look at long-term skin quality improvement. The results aren't temporary like some cosmetic treatments - you're actually improving your skin at a cellular level and that improvement is lasting. Sure, maintenance treatments help sustain the results, but you're not starting over from zero each time. Compared to buying countless expensive serums and creams that don't deliver, peels give you tangible improvements that you can actually see and feel. Think about it this way - you could spend money on products forever with mediocre results, or invest in professional treatments that give you real transformation. Most people find that after their initial treatment series, they only need maintenance peels a couple times a year, which is pretty cost-effective for the quality of results.