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Acne vulgaris

2017-05-30 16:02:43
Hi, Please suggest whether chemical peel is effective for vulgaris acne or not?? Please suggest me. PFA photo and please guide whether I should go for same or not. My dermatologist has suggested it. Regards, Nikita
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Hi Nikita Chemical peels are effective as they exfoliate the dead skin cells , control sebum( oil) production and help in reducing acne marks . Chemical peels are done by Dermatologist at an interval of two to three weeks . Also , Make sure you take the medicines and Sunscreen prescribed.

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