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Is it safe to get a 30% TCA peel for 3 consecutive days?

sharkiepie04Jun 27, 2018
I've been checking out skin clinics recently and I came across one with a 3-session TCA peel package. They said the peel has a 30% concentration and that the process involves putting one layer on the face for 3 straight days. This seemed pretty drastic to me. Is this safe? Thanks in advance.

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