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Can a doctor/dermatologist accurately determine if I'm at risk for hyperpigmentation or hypopigmentation post chemical peel?

dampAug 26, 2018
I am a 24 yr old male of mixed ancestry (Just some french, mixes of black and some german), I have tan to light brown skin, and I am looking forward to getting a chemical peel to remove aging acne scars and sun damage spots; either a light peel or deep peel. Before my chemical peel, I am just wondering if it's possible to tell whether I will experience hypo -or hyperpigmentation after a chemical peel. I wouldn't like either. I would really appreciate your replies!

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Dr. Soumo Banerji, MD
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Answered on Sep 13, 2018
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