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Dark and red areas of face after peel caused scabbing and crusting. Was given hydroquinone but still see dark/red areas (Photo)

Pioneering339470Apr 18, 2024
I am 67 and in good health. I did not ask for this peel. It was suggested that I do this peel for improvement. But now face is much worse than when I went to their office!

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