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Best Chemical Peels for African American Skin?
I am African American and have dark blotchy areas on my face due to acne. What peels are recommended for African American skin?
Also, can chemical peels be used on other parts of the body such as the back?
Asked 35 months ago by
candi516
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Chemical peels for African-American skin
I would only recommend light chemical peels such as salicylic acid 20% or Jessner solution, possibly 10% TCA. A series of these peels at 3-4 week intervals can improve acne as well as some of the pigmentation.
Certainly peeling agents can be applied on other parts of the body but again, only light peeling agents.
Even light peels can cause temporary pigmentary issues (usually darkening of skin) in ethnic skin. Hope this helps.
Good luck.
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Light peels best
Light chemical peeling with 10% TCA, 20-30% Salicylic acid, or 15-30% glycolic acid can be safely used, as can SilkPeel, a form of microdermabrasion. The peels should be done by a dermatologist very familiar with the pre- and post-peel protocols that will reduce the risk of post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation.