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The Wonders of

Chemical Peels

The cooler , gloomier months are often known as peel season , but in reality , any day can be a good day for a chemical peel .

by Dr . Tahl Humes

Summer days are in the rearview mirror , but the damaging sun has left its mark . As tans fade , fine lines and wrinkles are more obvious and dark spots speckle the skin . The cooler , gloomier months are often known as peel season , but in reality , any day can be a good day for a chemical peel . It is all about getting the results we want from one of our treatments of choice .

A chemical peel is a minimally invasive treatment used to heal sun damage , treat wrinkles , reduce hyperpigmentation , improve the appearance of mild scars , and treat acne . The use of chemical peels dates back to ancient times when Cleopatra used sour milk , the first form of lactic acid , to improve the look and texture of her skin . 1 In recent times , peels have
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