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do glycolic peel cause face fat loss? (photo)

moon85May 16, 2016
do glycolic peels cause face fat loss?cuz i started a 20% glycolic acid peel at home,it was nice experience,fresher skin and all,just one thing i noticed that right side of my face starting to feel and look saggy, and it feels that i lost fat from my right side,on the other hand,left side of my face feels and look more fresher and plum.

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Dr. Adil Sarwar, MD
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David P. Melamed, MD

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No, should be OK. You probably will have skin colour changes that may last a few weeks to months. Try to be super careful with chemical peels, as high concentrations can cause permanent scaring. All the bestDr Davin Lim 

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