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Chemical Peel for Acne and Pimples

Recently, I have had 2 chemical peels which haven't improved my skin very much. Since having the peels, when my pimples heal they leave pits. Before the peels I had never had a problem with this. I had pimples, but they didn't leave pits after healing. Why would this be? Also, should I be getting chemical peels if I still have active acne?

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6 Doctor Answers | Asked by AcneSufferer28 in Brantford, Ontario, Canada
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Chemical Peels for Active Acne

With this type of problem, we would strongly recommend coming in for a consultation so a staff member can take a look at your skin. The most important thing is to not pick at the skin as the pimples are drying up, as that can leave scarring. Chemical peels are a great treatment for active acne, and a good product to supplement the chemical peels at home would be Retin-A, which is a nighttime product that aids in cell turn over and exfoliation.
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Acne and pimples treated with TCA peels + MelaPads for acne scars pigmented

Acne and pimples can be improved with mild TCA peels and topical skin treatments. I use the Melaquin PM and Melapads for patients who have simultaneous brown spots from old acne scars. Surgery90210
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Chemical peels for acne and pimples

Chemical peels can be an excellent tool to treat acne.  It is fine to get a peel when you have active acne.  The pits you are seeing are likely the result of the acne, not the peel.  It sounds like you need to see a board-certified dermatologist and get on prescription strength medication for your acne.

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If you have open lesions I wouldn't do a peel

Chemical peels can help acne especially salicylic acid peels. But one of the most effective treatments for acne is ALA and Vbeam laser treatments. The ALA lotion is put on and is absorbed by the oil glands. The Vbeam laser than helps active the ALA and reduces acne lesions and redness. I often combine this with topical acne medicines for significant improvement.
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Chemical Peels are generally helpful.

Dear AcneSufferer Generally chemical peel, usually 10 to 15% trichloroacetic acid are helpful. These are mild peels that help open up blocked pores. You did not indicate who is performing your peels or what strength agent is being used on your skin. There are an number of proven approaches to helping acne. I recommend that you find a board certified dermatologist in you area with an interest in treating acne. I think you will find a comprehensive approach will make a huge difference.... more
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Chemical Peels for Acne

Chemical peels containing salicylic acid are better for treating acne because they have a better, more specific effect on the oil glands that cause acne pimples. The Obagi® Blue Peel RADIANCE is a new, salicylic acid based peel that we are finding to be quite helpful in controlling acne, along with a good program of effective, prescription-strength acne medications. I recommend you see a dermatologist for an effective treatment plan.
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Comments (2)

Stacey7301 28 Dec 2012
I've had a couple lactic acid peels but mine were to take layers off my skin to match the pits. That's weird that they did this and then you got the pit scares. I'm so sorry, they're the worst.
MarinaScott 7 Dec 2012
I wish I read this before.I'm pretty much in the same situation as you! I had two peels. I wanted to do it for blackheads and freckles (normally I do IPL but it is more expensive so I thought I'd try combination). Anyways, I normally get a pimple or two (estrogen-cycle related). After the peel I got a couple pimples - This so called "purging" left me with a hyperpigmentation spot from a bigger pimple that came out on my cheek (a place I've never had a pimple!) I didn't pick it at all. The thing has been there for like two months (starting off as a pimple). I didn't pick at it - it wasn't even a big bump to begin with and flattened out on it's own. Now it's darker in colour and if I slide my finger over it - it is a bit harder than my skin so I don't know if it will still heal or if I'm stuck with it! Back to IPL - chemical peels scare me now.

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