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C HEMICAL P EELS FOR A CNE S CARS AND W RINKLES   Chemical peels offer effective treatment solutions for a wide range of facial skin issues including reducing acne scars, age spots, wrinkles or other blemishes. Deep chemical peels are used to make sagging and loose skin firmer and tighter. It also used to even out uneven skin tone. Furthermore, this procedure can also reduce the development of skin cancer as it helps get rid of precancerous lesions. In addition, chemical peels address skin issues such as wrinkles, brown spots, superficial scars, and blackheads just to name a few. In the days prior to a chemical peel, it is recommended that patients clean the skin thoroughly and regularly. This reduces the chance of infection. Moreover, the patient is expected to use moisturizers to promote fast healing and even results. In most cases, a doctor will suggest applying sunscreen daily prior to a skin peel. If you appear to suffer from cold sores after the procedure, your doctor might recommend antibiotics and anti-viral medications.