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Do acne scars fade and flatten out with time and glycolic acid peels? both hyper pigmentation and light indentation.

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Yes: Acne scars do usually flatten and fade with time. Glycolic peels can help this. I would see your dermatologist to get the best evaluation and treatment for this.

Answered 12/24/2014

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