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Chemical Peel
Is Full Body Chemical Peel Possible?
It is possible to do a chemical peel on your full body, but it should be done in series. Only 25% of your body surface area should be treated during a single treatment. Some examples of peels that are good for darker skin types are the VI peel, Rejuvenize, and lactic acid. It is best to consult with a skin care professional in order to get a treatment that is tailored to your needs and goals.
Clinical Context
Chemical peels are often done in stages so skin has time to heal between sessions and any pigment changes have time to settle, which matters especially for patients with darker skin tones who are more prone to post-inflammatory pigmentation. Between treatments, your provider checks how previously treated skin has responded before moving to a new area. This staged approach also allows time to catch any unexpected reaction early, before more of the body is treated.
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