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TCA peels are strong but effective therapy for these dark scars on the legs. However, longterm treatment should begin with Melaquin AM and Melaquin PM topical creams in the setting of chemical peels. I would also strongly recommend the MelaPads to reduce the ingrown hairs and folliculitis associated with dark spots on the legs. The MelaPads also have glycolic and salicylic acid.
For safety reasons, I would try 2-3 glycolic peels spaced 1 month apart and take note of the results. These are more superficial, and generally very safe. If the results are insufficient, then I would consider TCA peels. That said, you may want to speak to your dermatologist about a modified Kligman's formula cream which can be very beneficial and more affordable. Also, you must wear sunscreen during and after treatment.
This is a case where more is better. The more peels you do, the better the results. It certainly takes a series of gylcolic acid peels to see initial results, as gylcolic acid is considered part of the group of light peeling agents. Glycolic acid is an α-hydroxy acid, a...
We are not big proponents of peels for the pigment you describe. For pigment caused by sun damage, we would suggest q-stitched lasers. For Melasma (pregnancy mask) we would suggest hydroquinone bleaching programs. Both of these programs will work better than chemical peels.
Im sorry to hear this happened. Everyones skin reacts different to peels. Did the practitioner go over your skincare regime prior to peel? For the pigmentation that happened post peel, using a Hydroquinone can help. Continue to use a daily SPF50.