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CO2 Laser Vs Exoderm Lift for Acne Scars?

sea1985Nov 3, 2009
I was planning have CO2 laser treatment for my acne scars but I've read that Exoderm lift (phenol-based chemical peel) is the most effective technique. So I can't decide. Could you compare CO2 and Exoderm lift?

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