Will Chemical Peel work for dark spots?

I'm 24 years old. My knees and underarm are kind of dark…really dark. My question is, will chemical peel treatment work for me? Thank you.

Will Chemical Peel work for dark spots?
1 answer to “Will Chemical Peel work for dark spots?”

A: darkening of knees and underarms

Bryan K. Chen, MD

The skin findings you are describing are somewhat common.  You should, however, be evaluated by a dermatologist to ensure that you do not have a condition called acanthosis nigricans in which people develop dark areas of skin (common locations include the neck, underarms and hands).  I would not... more

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