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What kind of chemical peel is Melanage?

I have scheduled my first chemical peel. A PA recommended Melanage for the relief of hyperpigmentation caused by acne and the sun. How do chemical peels work and what differentiates them from one another? How does Melanage work in particular?

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Dr. Peter J. Malouf, DO
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