Springfield Salicylic Peel doctors

	Michael Howard Swann, MD Springfield Dermatologic Surgeon 3850 S. National Suite 705, Springfield		1 answer
	Christian Prada, MD Saint Louis Plastic Surgeon 17300 North Outer 40 Road Suite 300, Chesterfield
	N. Eugene Morrow, MD Springfield Dermatologist 1531 E Bradford Pkwy Suite 215, Springfield

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Is a Salicylic Acid Peel Safe? My dermatologist has recommended a 20% salicylic acid peel for my persistent clogged pores and oily skin. I've read that salicylic acid can bioaccumulate, leading to cancer, organ toxicity, etc. What do you think about the risks of an occasional 20% peel?

A: Salicylic acid peeling is effective for acne

Salicylic acid is a great peeling agent for improve skin texture, but is particularly effective in helping acne patients because salicylic acid is comedolytic. Comedolytic peels are excellent to combine with other acne treatments including retinoids and LED light therapy (Red/Blue light). I often use Jessner's peels as an alternative to salicylic acid peels because they tend to offer great results for skin tone and texture with limited adverse effects. These peels should be used in series for best results.

Michael Swann, MD

Michael Howard Swann, MD

Springfield Dermatologic Surgeon