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Will a Chemical Face Peel Help for Redness and Acne Scars?
asked 2 years ago by cutebettyboop in hamilton
Latest answer by Steven Hacker, MD
Question viewed 338 times
Tags: redness, acne scars
I had acne and after many treatments I have now got rid of the ane on the surface but there is redness under my cheeks still and some scars. Will a chemical face peel help?
1 answer to Will a Chemical Face Peel Help for Redness and Acne Scars?
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Peels for redness
Typically, chemical peels are not indicated for facial redness. The chemical peel is ideally suited to peel away sun damaged skin and help fine lines and hyperpigmentation. I would not recommend a chemical peel for facial redness.