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Can there be scarring or other permanent side effects from a chemical peel? i have extremely sensitive skin. is there a type of peel i should use?

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What for?: What is your purpose in using chemical peel. It is likely to cause trouble without providing any lasting benefit. Depending on a person's sensitivity and reaction, it can cause scarring.

Dr Coutts ii agreed

Answered 6/6/2015

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