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Why are all facial peels acid whereas nair, which dissolves hair and is alkaline, also takes the top layer of skin off. also, cuticle remover, alkaline, dissolves cuticles and makes a wonderful facial peel? thanks! susie lauer?

Q: why are all facial peels acid whereas nair, which dissolves hair and is alkaline, also takes the top layer of skin off. also, cuticle remover, alkaline, dissolves cuticles and makes a wonderful facial peel? thanks! susie lauer?

: It might be best to discuss these products with a Dermatologist who can tell you about the ingredients and how they affect your skin with long-term effects.

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It might be best to discuss these products with a Dermatologist who can tell you about the ingredients and how they affect your skin with long-term effects.

Answered 9/16/2021

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A member asked:

Why are all facial peels acid whereas nair, which dissolves hair and is alkaline, also takes the top layer of skin off. also, cuticle remover, alkaline, dissolves cuticles and makes a wonderful facial peel? thanks! susie lauer?

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Dr. Judith Tellerman answered

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