Chemical Peels (Medium-depth Peels)
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Chemical Peels (Medium-depth Peels)
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Chemical Peels (Medium-depth Peels)
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Chemical Peels (Medium-depth Peels)
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Have a dermatologist or plastic surgeon? Make an appointment to get this procedure done. Don't have a dermatologist or a plastic surgeon? See The American Academy of Dermatology Physician Database to find a dermatologist or the American Society of Plastic Surgeons to find a plastic surgeon.
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June 23, 2007

Pros:

My freckles faded.

Cons:

I was told it would smooth scars and alleviate freckles, which it did. I was not told it would bring back acne that had cleared years ago. I now have large, painful cysts and pimples.My skin is totally different.

Would not recommend to anyone. Possibly it would do well with someone who has different skin type. I'm miserable.
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June 13, 2007

Pros:

didn't burn as much...tones skin well...good peel for people of color...skin glows after....

Cons:

price...peeling is very visible even with the moisturizer...takes a while to see final results...

the VI peel was great...the price sucks, but it is a good peel for darker skin tone ppl...
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October 25, 2006

Pros:

I've had 5 chemical peels of which 4 Obagi Blue Peel, my skin has improved so much, especially my acne ice pick scars, they are so much less noticeable now. Some people even tell me that I have beautiful skin which is so unbelievable 10 years ago.

Cons:

The back to normal takes a long time and pigmentation is a problem, luckily Obagi creams help to solve the pigmentation problems.

I'm 52 years old now and I want to try other methods like the laser resurfacing and hopefully the down time is less. Still, I would recommend chemical peels, especially Obagi Blue Peel.
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