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My scars are very old and creams don't work on me . I want to do chemical peels. Could a doctor please guide me as where it is available in Mumbai now ?

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Undergo fraxel laser resurfacing therapy.. otherwise few creams also available...for detailed prescription do direct online consultation by sending photos. ... Read More

I done chemical peel sesn for acne scars. First two sesn gives some result but after that next two seson make scars more worse and visible . Now sxars are more worse and visible what can i do now ?

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Certainly you can go scar removal procedures. And topical scar management creams, facewash , serums, etc. as well Consult online for better one to one communication . ... Read More

Hello respected members, i am 25 yrs old ! I want to know that i have some acne scars on my face and i am looking for chemical peeling to cure that! May i know that redness after peeling stay for how long! As i hv to go ofc daily ! Can it be disappear in 10-15 hours so i can join ofc without any redness , thanks

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Laser works best. Meet me for treatment. ... Read More

What's the difference between chemical peels and microdermabrasion for acne scars?

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Which chemical peel will be effective for acne and scars on cheeks(3-5mnth old scars).i have both cyst and red bump acne.retinoid screams are not effective

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Retinoid tablets will be effective for cystic acne. Only chemical peels will not be enough. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment adv ... Read More

I've had the serious (mostly cystic) acne problems since June 2017. I consulted a dermatologist. I've been on acne treatment since then but it didn't subside. Later on, I was diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome in Oct 2017. Treatment for both is going on and my acne has almost gone. But I still have scarred face which is reducing day by day

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Side effects include redness, Dryness,crusting, pigment change, reactivation of herpes,keloid,infection etc. Your dermatologist will take care of most but some are unpredictable. Level of peel decid ... Read More

I am a girl of 21...i have pcos and suffered from acne two yrs ago...now the acne has gone but I get pimples whenever i use any cream on my face...i consulted a dermatologist and he recommended chemical peeling for my face...should I go for it?.. And what if I again get pimples..?

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Acne or pimples... Due to hormonal changes..Oily skin causes it...Common in adolescent age...May occur in adults also.. Food like Oily foods, ice cream, chocolate and sweets increase it.. Treatment d ... Read More

I had back acne for more than a decade which went away with several months of Isotretinoin capsules. However now I'm stuck with acne scars which doesn't seem to be fading much. Would chemical peeling be a good choice here? Also how long will it take given the entire back needs to be treated?

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For acne scars, we need to do CO2 laser resurfacing treatment. Peeling is a very old method to treat acne scars. Please visit my clinic for more details ... Read More

I have facial hair I used wax due to which I got scars on my face the very next day. Will chemical peel help to get rid of those scars .

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Yes.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, by direct online consultation for accurate diagnosis and treat ... Read More

Hey I had done with my first chemical peel . From 2 day it started peeling .I peeled a part of skin by myself inorder to go to my work.is there any problem if we peel the skin manually.In few places it peeled on itself but I had scars like burnt . whether it will go of or not .And can I know why I got those scars

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It may have caused irritant burns. Please call me or send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice. ... Read More

I got a burn due to chemical peel. Whether i will get new skin please help me how to get rid of the scar . Screenshot attached

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I got pigmentation above mouth screenshot is attached. For complete fading of pigmentation what should I do chemical peel or laser. Doctor advised me to apply glyco 6 cream alternative days. Instead of laser if I do chemical peel whether pigmentation will be fully fades atleast within 4 months. I am very much worried about that please suggest.

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Yes, chemical peels are a very effective option for this type of pigmentation and are often preferred over lasers for a safer, gradual approach. A 4-month timeline is usually sufficient to see signifi ... Read More

I got pigmentation above mouth screenshot is attached. For complete fading of pigmentation what should I do chemical peel or laser. Doctor advised me to apply glyco 6 cream alternative days. Instead of laser if I do chemical peel whether pigmentation will be fully fades atleast within 4 months. I am very much worried about that please suggest

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hello I have extreme blackness hyperpigmentation and dark big black acne spots which are extreme all our my butt area for this to solve this as fast as possible can I take q switch laser + chemical peel together session to cure this ??or any other method you suggest how to improve it fast

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There are creams available Don’t go for treatment by yourself ... Read More

I have extreme hyperpigmentation (blackness ) and dark acne spots on my butt area so dermatologist have done TCA chemical peel on butt but it's been 10 days since chemical Peel is applied but my skin us not peeling at all and other then that my skin has become extreme black what to do why it is happening ???

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It is not compulsory that skin should peel off after getting chemical peels done. Don't worry about peeling. ... Read More

Whether mild superficial chemical peel can help to fade my wound scar which have pigmentation atleast whether pigmentation will be cleared if mild superficial chemical peel is applied monthly once I got scar before 2 months

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I have these scars ? Can peeling solution be effective on this without harming my beard also it seems one side my cheek is sunken

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We have to look for the cause of these scars and it might require procedure. Do consult online. ... Read More

Can we use chemical sunscreen while breastfeeding?

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Avoid... for details do direct online consultation with photo ... Read More

I have acne scar on my left cheek. Is there any treatment to remove the scar? Can chemical peeling help?

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I have a salute sign on my nose for a long time. Dermatologist suggests chemical peel. Is it safe? Any side effects? I don't have acne problem. Is it good for pigmentation?

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

What is the reason behind chemical pregnancy? Please give me details about it. It will be helpful thanks in advance

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I got chemical peel 2days back today my skin started getting peel off. I washed my face and then while applying moisturiser I peeled off my skin without my knowledge now it is looking very red and patchy. Doctor has given me only moisturiser and sunscreen. What should I do now I peeled my skin?? Will it remain same like redness or it will come back

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Maintain hydration apply moisturizer photoprotection do online consultation with dermatologist for full prescription ... Read More

I have gone through chemical peel treatment and my skin feels tight and burning sensation and also red will the redness go away and what should i apply?

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hello Doctor My face is fair but I have mild scars on face and i have pigmentation on my neck . I am planning to take treatment which procedure is better laser toning or chemical peel. Please suggest and how many sessions i need to take for results. Thanks,

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hi my skin and body are totally damaged with sun tanning. I tried several tan removal methods but there is no result . I want to go for chemical peeling treatment. Is it possible at home on my own? I don't want to go to any clinic.

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Few months back, any insect bited me in my belly and then the skin completely healed but left a brown scar. Yesterday I got my skin peeled at the same spot because I got crashed by the sharp side of a table. How to recover from it and prevent scarring again? I am attaching the picture

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I took a black peel and my skin became black near my nose and above nose after peel. The doctor who applied the peel told after peeling it will go away. But its been 15 days after peeling also it didn't go away and it became like a scar now which is looking odd and big in size. The doctor where i took the treatment is saying it will go away in coup

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Don't worry...you are suffering from irritant contact dermatitis causing this blackness... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultat ... Read More

Hello Dr...I am 30yrs old breastfeeding 5months old baby...Can I have chemical peel for my face? Is it safe to have now?

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There are certain peels that are safe...u can go for them ... Read More

There is dark skin near the scar .What should I do .in span of 6 month taken laser and yellow chemical peel session but result is not good. Please please suggest something should I go for camouflage on this or tattoo.

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Apply Elicon cream once daily ... Read More

If am using vitamin c range skincare products,and want to use chemical peel once in a week , how long should I not use vitamin c after using peel also which product ingredients i should use with peel

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Hello dear After chemical peel use moisturiser and sunscreen only. Avoid face wash and serum for 5 days Limit your sun exposure as much as u can. ... Read More

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