What Is It?
Light or superficial peels only affect the outermost layer of the skin (epidermis). Light peels can therefore only be used in the treatment of very shallow scars, and normally do not produce perceptible results. When chemical peels are applied on the skin, a controlled wound healing process occurs which might improve the appearance of the acne scar by stimulating the skin to produce more collagen and elastin.
Good or Excellent Response
Strength of Evidence
31% of patients achieved a good (>50%) or excellent (>75%) improvement in scarring after 4 - 7 sessions
Moderate Response
Strength of Evidence
59% of patients achieved at least a moderate (>25%) improvement in scarring after 4 - 7 sessions
Side Effects
Low-Medium
Low-medium side effects and adverse reactions