What procedure would be best to get rid of dark spots left from shaving cut and wax burn on my leg? Chemical peel? (Photo)

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It seems like I am prone to marks after getting a cuts or bruises. I also started getting stretch marks on my back (near my underarm, close to my shoulder area) how can I minimize the look, I know there is no actual way of removing. HELP!!

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Our treatments use combination therapy to improve the epidermis and dermis for most deep scars. The options available for acne scars depend on the character of your scars, in terms of topography and contour. We see atrophic and hypertrophic acne scars, as well as scars that have hypo and hyperpigmentation. We begin each scar evaluation with an assessment of scar quality and subtype. Our main concern is rebuilding collagen and that is why we use a HIDEF protocol that includes combination therapy. Morpheus 8, scar subcision, fibrous release, fractional laser, CO2 laser, Thulium laser, PDL Vbeam laser, and fractional resurfacing can be used in addition to TCA Cross and chemical peels to further improve skin. Patients should start Melarase AM and Melarase PM for active hyperpigmentation. Always begin with a consultation to decide whether early subcision should be started.

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Shehla Ebrahim, MD · Answer

A chemical peel is not the best solution for this type of injury. This appears to be post inflammatory hyperpigmentation.Skin type 3 or 4 which is Asian, South Indian or African American tends to respond with hyperpigmentation when it is injured.Chemical peels are not very effective for this type of skin issue.You need to have a prescritption with hydroquinone or some bleaching agents  and use it for six to eight weeks to bring the pigmentation under control. Please visit a dermatologist.

Robert Sleightholm, MD · Answer

Hello and thanks so much for your excellent question and photo. Pigmentation on the body can be very difficult to treat. There are products like ZO Skin Health's Invisapeel and ZO Retinol Skin Brightener .25%. This in combination with perhaps, medical needle rollers and other in office treatments will result in a better overall skin tone and texture. All the best!!

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