Can I use a medium peel for PIH and sun spots and will the results be permanent? (Photo)

August 26, 2022
Asked By:sali45 in Lilburn, Georgia

I’ve read that only deep peels are permanent, but I have dark skin so I don’t think I should do that procedure. Would a medium peel be enough for PIH and sun spots? And if the results from the peel aren’t permanent, does that mean the sun spots and PIH will return? If it does I may look to other treatments that would be permanent like lasers.

2 photos

Answers (2)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
VOTED MOST HELPFUL
September 1, 2022

Answer: Medium Peel

David M. Kowalczyk, MD, MBA, FACSBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
VOTED MOST HELPFUL
September 1, 2022

Answer: Medium Peel

David M. Kowalczyk, MD, MBA, FACSBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
MOST RECENT
February 11, 2023

Answer: Medium Peel with appropriate aftercare such as application of sunscreen

MOST RECENT
February 11, 2023

Answer: Medium Peel with appropriate aftercare such as application of sunscreen

Recommended reading

Chemical Peel

Everything you need to know about Chemical Peel

  • 88% worth it
  • 329.0k reviews
  • Avg cost: $300
Learn More
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT

Recommended reading

Chemical Peel

Everything you need to know about Chemical Peel

  • 88% worth it
  • 329.0k reviews
  • Avg cost: $300
Learn More
ADVERTISEMENT