Why is my skin darkening around the mouth after chemical peel? (photo)

Please consider yourself done.  If you have not gotten it done by now-just forget about it.  Let the photographer doctor your photographs in photoshop.  Even a 52 there is always a lot going on just before any wedding.  Just enjoy yourself and after the wedding is over and...

Fractional laser is an amazing and highly effective treatment in our office. We use the laser treatment to help with acne scars, large pores, fine wrinkles, tissue collagen loss, scars, sebaceous hyperplasia, active acne, and for brightening dark pigmentation. Although there are very strong...

It sounds like you're experiencing post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), a common condition where the skin becomes darker after an inflammatory event, such as a chemical peel. Here are some insights and suggestions: Understanding PIH: Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation occurs when the...

There are many different types of chemical peels that would not use salicylic acid.  There are also lasers that can be used to help with pore size, brown spots and wrinkles.  You would need to be evaluated in person to determine the best course of treatment for your skin.  

Our treatments use combination therapy to improve the epidermis and dermis for most deep scars. The options available for acne scars depend on the character of your scars, in terms of topography and contour. We see atrophic and hypertrophic acne scars, as well as scars that have hypo and...