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Are chemical peels for sensitive areas safe?

March 24, 2014
Asked By:nlaura464

Hello Drs, I have dark inner thigh, I am hating it, I have been applying lemon and glycerin (I mix them together and apply overnight) to brighten my inner thighs, and I am seeing slight improvement. But I need something more effective. My dermatologist recommended chemical peeling (three sessions of chemical peeling for sensitive areas). I am kind of worried, is it safe? are there any long term side effects? Many thanks.

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