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Jessner peels work very well for certain types of acne scars. Deeply pitted scars will likely respond better to Ematrix and laser resurfacing, whereas lighter scars to chemical peels. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Santa Monica
Thank you very much for your question. If the scars are indeed very deep and pronounced, Laser Resurfacing may be a better treatment option versus the chemical peel treatments. Fraxel and CO2 laser treatments have shown to work well with acne scar treatment. Be sure to discuss these potential treatment options with your board certified physician. It is essential to make the best selection to remove deep scarring related to acne as this is certainly an area of treatment very specific to your unique skin features.
I would use Jessner peels alongside daily application of Melarase creams and Melapads to help with your melasma. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles
I am a national expert on chemical peel burns and I would begin early treatment to help improve the future discoloration from the peel. This would include light chemical peels, Melarase AM and Melarase PM, and sunscreen. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles
Your skin may be sensitized to the sun after a Jessner peel. Make sure to apply sunscreen and use a skin lightener such as Melarase after your peels to avoid pigmentation. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles
Your skin may continue to peel for days. A good moisturizer is Elevase Moisture Booster which has ceramides which are ideal after a chemical peel. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles
Thank you for your question. Some skin, especially ethnic skin, can pigment if not pre-treated prior to a peel or any laser treatments. I would stop doing any peels at this time and recommend Hydroquinone for the hyperpigmentation and using daily SPF 30 with zinc. I would recommend...
I have my patients begin mineral makeup once the skin has reepithelialized or the flakiness of the peel has worn off. Raffy Karamanoukian, Los Angeles
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