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I have heard there are different types of chemical peels. What are the differences?

April 26, 2017chemical differences different heard peels types

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I have heard there are different types of chemical peels. What are the differences?

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The hydroxyacid (AHA) or Glycolic Acid peel performed in the Plastic Surgery Clinic is the gentlest of peels. It is administered in a serious of controlled applications, requires a shorter recovery period, and results in fewer complications than the Phenol and trichloracetic acid (TCA) treatments.