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Yes, TCA peels would help
TCA chemical peels really help with post inflammatory hyperpigmentation such as acne marks. If your skin is more asian or black then a few light TCA peels 10-15% every 2-3 weeks do good. I like to use a bleaching cream with it as well such as Tri-Luma to help prevent any unexpected pigmentation problems and of course a sunscreen as well.
The TCA peels run about $250 each for the face. You can also do spot treatments instead of the whole face which are less expensive.



10/26/08
Hi Dr. Hansen, is the improvement with PIH only temporary? will discoloration from acne scars come back?
I have very light asian skin and several dark marks left from cystic acne on my chin. There are no indentation, only discoloration. I'm wondering if TCA Peel is all i need or do I need to consider alternative treatments? thank you