Obagi Blue Peel vs. TCA peel for non facial skin; leg skin

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD answers: Can a blue peel or TCA chemical peel get rid of freckles on my legs?

Can a blue peel or TCA peel be done on legs to remove freckles and be safe and effective?

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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD
10 months ago
By Raffy Karamanoukian, MD - Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

Sun damage is not strictly isolated to facial skin.  As a consequence, freckles and sun spots can occur commonly on the arms, legs, and hands.

Chemical peels are effective in the treatment of solar damage on the face and body.  However, peels are not the first treatment option for these areas.  Topical preparations can be used to improve the quality of the skin, including skin color problems, scaliness, roughness, and precancerous changes.

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