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What is the Best Type of TCA Peel for an African American Male w/ Acne Scarring?
asked 1 year ago by Vincent Ifill in San Diego, CA
Latest answer by Thomas Fiala, MD
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Tags: chin, face, male, acne scars, African American, options
I am a African America male, And I have acne scarring all over my face, with the worst being on both sides of my chin. Also, what would be the best way to prepare for a peel? I plan on getting the procedure done within the next 6 weeks.
4 answers to What is the Best Type of TCA Peel for an African American Male w/ Acne Scarring?
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TCA peels do well for discolorations in blacks but not great for true scarring.
First you have to know if you have true scarring or just discoloration. True scarring is a texture change in the skin ( bumpy or indented skin). Discoloration is not scarring. TCA peels works good for discolorations and are usually done with 10-20%TCA every 2-3 weeks for 3-6 sessions for about $250-500 a session.
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TCA-CROSS or DermaRoller may be better options for you than a TCA peel
In general in African American skin, a TCA peel is not safe. The change of a permanent pigmentary change is signifiant if TCA is used as a peel on your whole face. In order for the TCA to go deep enough to help acne scarring, you would get a pigmentary change.
For African American or Asian skin, you may be better off treating the individual scars monthly using TCA-CROSS and DermaRoller for several treatments. CROSS is a technique using TCA for the chemical...
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Anne Marie McNeill, MD
Newport Beach Dermatologist
Newport Beach Dermatologist
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TCA peels for african--american skin
I would not recommend a TCA for you. In general, TCA peels are riskier for darker skin tones - with either a loss of pigment, or darker - than -desired pigmentation occurring.
There are other peels, that are less risky, that you should consider. See your local plastic surgeon or dermatologist for a consultation in this regard.
Alternatively, non-ablative laser technology is another possible option for you.
Best wishes,
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I would NOT suggest a PCA peel for African American Skin- consider Laser
The treatment of acne scarring and discoloration in African American skin requires a procedure that will not compromise your natural pigment. Although a TCA peel may improve the texture and tone of your skin overall if done in at a low percentage, it will not prove to be an effective treatment for your acne scarring.
A laser scar removal may be a good alternative for you.
A newer device on the market by Palomar- called the Artisan- offers a noninvasive solution that...
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