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Chemical Peel for Face: Tips for Choosing the Right One

I have trouble understanding all the names and concentrations for chemical facial peel. TCA, AHA peels, Jessner peel, Obagi, etc.  How do you...

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Chemical Peel vs Microdermabrasion

Which is better for moderate acne scars and sun damage? Is one better for one or the other? Should they be combined?

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Is Chemical Peel or Laser Skin Resurfacing the Best Treatment for Me?

Hi there, I am currently investigating either a Chemical peel or Laser Skin Resurfacing, ideally I'd like to spend £1500 (I think about $2200). I...

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What is the Best "at Home" Chemical Peel?

I don't mean those risky peels people buy on Ebay. But what is the strongest over the counter/reputable chemical peel you can purchase? Something...

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Chemical Peel Vs Laser to Remove Acne Scars

My background is Swedish and Portuguese, I'm very fair,but don't sunburn I've been fighting acne since I was 18 and am now 23, I used to...

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IPL or Chemical Peel - Which is a Better Option for Acne, Acne Scars and Large Pores?

Which would be a better option for acne , acne scars and large pores? How many days or weeks are in between each session? I have olive skin colour and...

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TCA vs Phenol Peel vs Chemical Peel - Which is Better?

Is a Tsa Peel the Same As a Chemical Peel? What is a Phenol Peel? Also, Which is Better? What is the down time for a peel?

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Vi Peel Vs. TCA Peel - Which is Better?

Which is better or more recommended - the Vi peel or the TCA peel? Why? What is the diference? prices?

3 doctor answers

Best Chemical Peel for Oily Skin?

Is salicylic acid better at cutting through oily skin than glycolic acid? Also, how does salycylic acid at 15% compare to glycolic acid at 30%? Will...

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What is the Difference in Effectiveness of TCA Peel (30-35%) to a Vi Peel?

Is one more effective than the other? I was told the Vi peel was medium depth but I am hesitant to believe that. I had it done about 10 days ago and...

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