Question:
I have always had horrible acne and now have horrible acne scars. I’m very pale with sensitive skin and I’d like to know if a chemical peel would be safe for me and if it would help with the acne and scars.

Answer:
If you have not yet seen a Dermatologist; that would be my first recommendation. You may need an oral antibiotic to help clear the acne from the inside. A chemical peel containing salicylic acid or glycolic acid could help clear acne by working from the outside. I would suggest Microdermabrasion for smoothing your scarring or Co2 Laser Skin Resurfacing could also be an option once the breakouts are under control.

Posted by Mark M. Hamilton M.D. FACS

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Question:
The texture of my skin looks very rough, I think in part because I look like I have large pores. Can a chemical peel improve this?

Answer:
A Chemical Peel and/ or Microdermabrasion can smooth the tone and texture of your skin. Both treatments work well with helping to minimize large pores.

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Question:
How would my skin feel to the touch after a chemical peel?

Answer:
After a chemical peel, skin feels sensitive to the touch, almost compared to a mild sunburn depending on the depth of the peel. This sensation usually subsides after approximately 24 hours. Post- peel creams can be used to minimize discomfort.

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I am interested in a chemical peel because I have really uneven pigmentation on my face and neck. How many sessions are needed for full treatment?

Answer:
We recommend scheduling a skincare consultation before determining the number of chemical peels to treat pigment issues. Treatments are usually performed in a series of 3 at 3-4 week intervals depending on what type of chemical peel we choose to treat your skin’s specific needs. It is also important to schedule routine skincare treatments such as Microdermabrasion or maintenance peels every 3 months. Applying a daily sunscreen is also very important in maintaining your results.

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I have many age spots on my forehead and cheeks. Otherwise I don’t look too bad for a 76-year-old grandpa. I would like to reduce the appearance of these pigmented spots. Can a chemical peel do this and what would the recovery time for a chemical peel be?

Answer:
There a many ways to treat brown spots, from topical creams such as hydroquinone, to q switched or fractional lasers, gentle IPL light treatments to fairly aggressive CO2 laser resurfacing. Chemical peels offer a one time relatively quick and inexspensive way to treat brown spots as well as mild sun damage and fine lines. While there are differing strengths of chemical peels, a medium depth peel would provide effective removal of most brown spots in one treatment. Downtime is typically 5 to 7 days. Patients can apply make-up if desired after one week, but typically will have some pink discoloration for about a month. By 6 weeks, patients should appreciate better skin and fewer brown spots.

The first step to determining if a chemical peel is right for your is scheduling a consultation with a board certified facial plastic surgeon. You can schedule your appointment by calling (317) 859-3810 or filling out the contact form here.

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