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Chemical peel for whiteheads, blackheads, acne on butt, dark elbows and knees and for suntan? (Photo)

sam1695May 1, 2017
hi, my face, hands,butts look darker than rest of my body. I have few whiteheads,blackheads, on my nose and chin. i also have dark elbows and knees. and acne on my butts. I want to try chemical peel kit at home. could u suggest chemical peel kit which can be done at home?

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