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Chemical Peels Questions

When is it safe to wear makeup after a Chemical Peel?
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Is it safe to put make-up on even if it has only been less than 1 week? My face is very red and burns. Read more
When should I stop Retinol usage before a Chemical Peel?
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When should I stop Retinol usage before a Chemical Peel and how soon after can I begin treatment again? Read more
Is it very unsafe to breastfeed after a Chemical Peel?
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I had a chemical peel last week and wasn't aware of the risk related to breastfeeding. Over 72 have passed and I continued to breastfeed post treatment. What have I done? Read more
Can you use Chemical Peels to get rid of scars?
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Are chemical peels the best treatment for scars? Is there a better alternative? Read more
What is the best Chemical Peel for sun damaged skin?
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My skin has darkened two shades I am Asian Indian. Sun damaged what type of peel will work? Read more
Is it a natural side effect of a Chemical Peel to have the treated skin be darkened?
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My skin has darkened after my Chemical Peel, what can I do? Is tthis natural? Read more
Can Chemical Peels help lessen facial hair?
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I am pre-menopausal and have noticed a tremendous amount of light hair growth on my face and neck. Because it is light hair it is not compatible for laser hair removal. Would a chemical peel help? Read more
Will discoloration after a Chemical Peel go away?
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After my 3rd chemical peel I got a really bad discoloration around my mouth will it go way? Read more
Is a Chemical Peel the best option for Hyperpigmentation?
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I have post inflammatory hyperpigmentation on my back and I have brown skin. I've tried microdermabrasions but they got a little too expensive are Chemical Peels effective? Read more
Is it possible to purchase Chemical Peels over the counter?
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Is this possible or even safe? Read more
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What is the best treatment for Melasma?
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I have tried laser treatments and it left my face worse doctors now say a chemical peel helps, what should I do? Read more
I have Postinflammatory Hyperpigmentation due to frostbite, can a Chemical Peel help?
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I have postinflammatory hyperpigmentation on my face as a result of 2nd degree frostbite. I am a Pacific Islander with medium dark skin. Can a chemical peel help? How else can I safely treat the hyperpigmenta... Read more
Are Chemical Peels a good remedy for acne scarring?
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Can you use Chemical Peels for mild acne scars? If so how many procedures would one need on average? Read more
Does Fraxel hurt?
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I want to have Fraxel treatments, but I'm a little worried about potential pain. Is Fraxel resurfacing painful? Read more
Are Chemical Peels safe for darker-pigmented skin?
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I'm African American, and would like to get a chemical peel, but I've heard that peels can cause hyperpigmentation. Is this true, and are there certain peels I could look for that would be safe for me? Read more
How do I know which chemical peel is right for me?
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I'm confused about all of the names and concentrations of different types of chemical peelsl. TCA, AHA peels, Vitalize peel, Blue peel, etc. How do you know what's best for the face? Read more
Is it safe to combine a glycolic peel and microdermabrasion?
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What are the recommended steps for combining microdermabrasion and a glycolic peel in the same service? Should you do the peel before or after the microderm? I have been told both ways and I am confused. Read more
Can an estetician do a Chemical Peel?
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Can a esteticain do Chemical Peels without a doctor present?
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Should I avoide Chemical Peels while taking Accutane?
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My acne is gone but I'm still on Accutane for a few months. Is it okay to have a chemical peel or should I wait? Read more
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