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Mary Sheu, MD
Lutherville Dermatologist
Recent answer posted by Mary Sheu, MD
Q: 20% Salicylic Peel for mild acne? asked by PrincessPeach84...
A:
Salicylic acid 20% or 30% is generally safe for most people and can be very effective in clearing up mild to moderate acne.
They are generally spaced 2 weeks apart, and I usually recommend 3-6 peels initially, depending on the severity of acne.
For the red marks from old acne, I would recommend the pulsed dye laser, which can help them to clear up more quickly. I would recommend seeing a dermatologist who performs peels and laser therapy on a regular basis.
Good luck!
| Board certification | |
| Education | Undergraduate: Brown University Medical School: Brown University School of Medicine |
| Post-medical school training | Internship: Stanford Residency: Oregon Health and Science |
| Aesthetic medicine experience | 4 years (post-medical training) |
| Professional memberships | American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) American Society of Dermatologic Surgery (ASDS) |
| Hospital affiliations | Johns Hopkins |
| Medical or professional license | MD |
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| Location | Johns Hopkins Cosmetic and Dermatology Center 10755 Falls Rd Suite 350 Lutherville, MD View map Johns Hopkins Department of Dermatology 601 N Caroline St, OP-06 Baltimore, MD 21030 |