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Burn scratches on face after microdermabrasion and chemical peel. Is this permanent damage?

December 24, 2015
Asked By:thetree in Deep Water, WV

My face looks horrible. Will these scratches go away? Is this apart of the process or did I do permanent damage to my skin?

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