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Chemical Peel for Dark Lines on Carribean Skin?

asked 2 years ago by dwayne brian in United Kingdom
Latest answer by Steven E. Rasmussen, MD
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Tags: eyes, lines, dark, ethnic, skin

I am a Black Caribbean, and I'm wanting to know if Chemical Peel would work for me and if so what type?

I am dark skinned with really dark lines under and around me eyes which cause a patchy effect. I use camouflage cream at the moment to blend the dark patches to the colour of my complection.

3 answers to Chemical Peel for Dark Lines on Carribean Skin?

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Chemical peels are definitely a good option

I agree with my colleagues that most treatments in darker complected individuals due have higher risks. However, superficial peels is a good option in treating discoloration issues like melamsa and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation in darker skin patients. I have treated all skin types safely and effectively. However, I do think it is very important to find physicians who are well trained and educated in the treatment of darker skin and pigment issues. I hope this helps....
Steven E. Rasmussen, MD

Austin Dermatologist
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Depending on how dark your skin is, I would be conservative

Dark skin can become darker after a chemical peel or laser and therefore you need to be careful. One peel that might work for you is the Cosmelan pigment peel which is a combination of botanicals and retinol to help dark areas. I would also agree with careful use of sunscreens including ones with titanium dioxide in them in those areas where the dark lines are most prominent. I'd wear a hat and use topical lightening creams. Good Luck!
Lenore Sikorski, MD

Laguna Niguel Dermatologic Surgeon
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Chemical Peel for Dark Carribean Skin

Not a good idea. The risks of a chemical peel increase in Black skin. YOu should instead use strict sun protection, quality skin care and prescription bleaching cream like Triluma. Regards
Tanveer Janjua, MD

Bedminster Facial Plastic Surgeon

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