Is full body chemical peel possible?

I have dark marks everywhere, my legs,face, stomach and my back. My skin tone is medium brown. Which peel is best for me?

2 answers to “Is full body chemical peel possible?”

A: Full body chemical peels are appropriate for some people

William Coleman III, MD

Full body chemical peels are appropriate for some people. I have been using this technique for over 20 years to improve pigmentation problems and sun damage. We use lower strength peels on the chest, back, arms and legs than we do on the face.  Usually a series of peels are recommended. As always find an... more

A: Ahh...No!

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD

 Dear Jay Chemical peels are really only good for the face.  Facial skin is unique on the body because of its density of stem cells from which the facial skin can heal.  Peels and laser resurfacing stimulate these cells to repopulate the facial skin after partially wounding the skin.  All... more

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