What is the probability of this acid burn mark fading to match my skin? (Photo)

December 20, 2016
Asked By:threehitcombo in Pittsburgh, PA

I foolishly tried a regime of salicylic acid to treat a mole. The mole seemingly disappeared however...this remains. It's been a week since I've stopped treatment and I cover it with neosporin and vasaline daily. But the redness hasn't subsided much if at all.

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