I'm 15 year old female. Should I get a chemical peel? Am I too young to do so? (photos)

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I'm a 15 year old girl with very fair skin. My acne is under control but I am left with acne scars and redness. Every day and night I use Murad acne solutions and Murad post acne pigment lighting gel. They seem to be working but they aren't getting rid of everything. I was wondering if a chemical peel would be the best thing for me? Also, am I too young? Thanks!

James Bonaparte, MD, MSc, FRCSC · Answer

Its a great question. The word chemical often makes people think that these peels are going to be dangerous, but think about it. there are chemicals in all face washes!Chemical peels are safe for people your age as long as you have it done by a team that is experienced and certified. Also, given your age you likely will need a parent with you. Here in Canada, consent is a bit different but I'd check with your doctor to make sure. There are many types of peels and likely one that is gentle and perfect for you.Dr Bonaparte

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

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 hyperpigmentation. We begin each scar evaluation with an assessment of scar quality and subtype. Our main concern is rebuilding collagen and that is why we use a HIDEF protocol that includes combination therapy. Morpheus 8, scar subcision, fibrous release, fractional laser, CO2 laser, Thulium laser, PDL Vbeam laser, and fractional resurfacing can be used in addition to TCA Cross and chemical peels to further improve skin. Patients should start Melarase AM and Melarase PM for active hyperpigmentation. Always begin with a consultation to decide whether early subcision should be started.

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Dr. Karamanoukian 
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Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Best to see a dermatologist in your city with one of your parents for possible peel or IPL. Good luck...

Pablo Prichard, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. You would need a parent to sign the consents for you to have a chemical peel done. You are not to young to get one, just make sure if you do so that you follow all of the post care instructions and go to a licsensed provider that you trust to do a good job. Chemical peels can help speed up the process of evening out post inflamitory pigmentation from acne.Best Wishes,Pablo Prichard

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