"At Home" stuff isn't as strong

John Philip Di Saia, MD answers: Best at home chemical peel?

There are many facial peels advertised and i wonder why these arent just as good as going to a facialist or spa. If you recommend home peels, what concentration is safe but effective at removing hyperpigmentation and sun damage?


John P. Di Saia, MD
5 months ago

Hello,

"At Home" kits aren't as strong as the in-office agents your surgeon will provide. If you use "At Home" stuff, I tell patients to take it easy and rely upon repetition to provide results. Your chances of hurting yourself are greater when you do it yourself sometimes. Just be careful.

Your results won't equal what I can do in the office, but then again they aren't professional strength and that might OK. The best things patients can do with less risk for hyperpigmentation and sun damage are using over the counter bleaching creams and a good sun screen.

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