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Does Salicylic Acid Work to Lighten Dark Spots?
After Electrocautery treatments I got dark spots on my face. I tried using 4% Hydroquinone on them but it didn't work. Is Salicylic Acid good? Thank You.
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VANGEL
in oklahoma USA
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Glycolic Acid Peel Better for PIH
While a salicylic acid peel is better for acne, since it scoops the keratin out of the follicle, glycolic acid is a superior peeling agent for pigmentation.
I would also recommend adding a retinoid to your hydroquinone. Oftentimes, increasing the strength to 6% will give a significantly better improvement than 4%. One of my dermatology friends even recommends 10%. I am leery of this strength however, since it can cause irritation.
Other agents such as azelaic acid, arbutin, and...
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Salacylic acid for dark spots
SA is a good choice for superficial skin issues such as sun spots and acne and skin texture. Used in combination with other treatments it can he helpful for other dark spots. The most likely issue you have is what is called postinflammatory hyperpigmentation form the cautery and this would be better treated by bleaching creams (prescription strength). Good luck and save the money on the peels and buy the cream.
Boulder Dermatologist
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Not really.
Hello,
Salicylic Acid peels are more like skin treatments or aids to other peeling agents. They work well to dry the skin up for acne control when used alone, but not for pigment or wrinkles.
Best Regards,
John Di Saia MD
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Salicylic acid chemical peel for pigmentation
In my practice, I use a salicylic acid and TCA peel that works well with melasma and pigmentation. You may be a candidate for this peel if you have non-hormonal pigmentation.
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Hyperpigmentation and sal peel
This is a mild peel, and when used in combination with bleaching agents an be effective. More than one treatment may be needed to see the desired results however.
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