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  1. questionWhich of your products is best for treating adolescents with acne?
    We would recommend the Salicylic/20 peel for treating teen acne. The salicylic acid has several properties that make it a very effective treatment for acne. It acts as an anti-inflammatory and ...

  2. questionWhich of your products would best treat acne and acne scarring?
    The salicylic acid is very good at reducing the inflammation associated with acne and evening out skin tone. For pigmentation and lines and texture improvements We would recommend the lactic a ...

  3. questionOf the peels you offer which would be the best for clearing up acne, reducing acne scarring, and anti-aging?
    The Salicylic acid is very good at reducing the inflammation associated with acne and evening out skin tone. For pigmentation and lines and texture improvements we would recommend the Lactic a ...

  4. questionWhat is the difference between your Glycolic, Lactic, and Salicylic Peels?
    Yes, this is often somewhat confusing. Let us explain. Both Glycolic and Lactic are exfoliating peels that will help even tone, texture, and pigmentation. The difference between the two is that ...

  5. questionWhich peel is best for treating acne scarring and uneven skin tone caused by acne?
    The salicylic acid is very good at reducing the inflammation associated with acne and evening out skin tone. For pigmentation and lines and texture improvements, the lactic acid is recommended. ...

  6. questionWhich of your peels do you suggest be used to treat adult acne?
    Although the Salicylic/20 is great for treating acne in adolescents and adults alike, it does not improve tone and texture as well as the Glycolic and Lactic peels, so for more mature skin the Gly ...

  7. questionI noticed that my skin seems tight/dry after applying the Salicylic/20 peel. Is this normal?
    This is normal with the Salicylic acid. It is recommended for oily/acne prone skin types because it can be very drying. Make sure and apply a gentle moisturizer to your face to prevent excessive d ...

  8. questionCan the Lactic and Salicylic peels be combined into one solution?
    The Lactic and Salicylic cannot be combined due to the nature of the molecules, however they may be used in conjunction with one another as their effects compliment each other well. The Salicy ...

  9. questionWhich Acid Peel is best for freckles and/or other pigmentation?
    The Lactic/50 is best for treatment of pigmentation and freckles. Also be aware that treating pigmentation is a gradual process but you should start to notice improvements within the first 2-3 ...

  10. questionCan i use this peel with a brush?
    This peel can be used with a brush, although many people find it is often easier to apply with a cotton or gauze pad. If you are familiar with AHA peels, you will find the salicylic acid is grea ...

  11. questionThe Lactic Acid is recommened for dry skin. Can it be used on oily skin as well?
    Yes it can be used on oily skin. Lactic works well for dry skin, but does not cause a problem with oily skin. However, for oily/acne prone skin, alternating between the lactic and salicylic pe ...

  12. questionCan I alternate applications of Glycolic and Lactic Acid Peels?
    Yes, you can alternate the applications. At first you may be able to apply a little more often, but as the extra layers of skin are exfoliated you will not want to apply more than every 4-7 days a ...

  13. questionHow is the Glycolac/60 Combination Peel different from the Lactic/50 and Glycolic/35 Peels alone?
    The best peel for your application depends on what you treating. The Lactic/50 is best for skin pigmentation and acne treatment when used in combination with the Salicylic acid. The Glycoli ...

  14. questionHow does the Salicylic acid reduce inflammation around whiteheads?
    The salicylic acid works to reduce the inflation and swelling around the whitehead. It also helps to kill the bacteria causing the infection, causing the whitehead to shrink. It works best whe ...

  15. questionWhen treating blackheads, how often should the Salicylic/20 be applied?
    How often you use the product depends on your skin condition. People with relatively few skin problems, but who are just looking to correct or brighten the skin often use once every 7-10 days. Whi ...

  16. questionWhich of your peels would you recommend for oily skin?
    If you have oily skin or active acne, alternating between the Lactic and Salicylic peels provides very good results, and is not as harsh as the Salicylic or Glycolic alone. If alternating, appl ...

  17. questionAfter applying the product as directed I have yet to see results.
    Some people are initially concerned after using our products because our peels are much less irritating than other acids at a comparable pH level. This is because we don't use alcohol in our treat ...

  18. questionI've tried many things before, which of your products would you suggest for me?
    Please tell us a little about your experience with using chemical peels. Have you used chemical peels previously? What is right for you depends on your personal skin type as well as what you're ...

  19. questionWhat is Propylene Glycol and why do you use it in the Salicylic/20 Gel Peel?
    Salicylic acid is a white powder. In this pure form it cannot be applied to the face safely, and doing so would cause severe irritation and scarring. Further, while in its solid form, it would not ...

  20. questionWill the Salicylic/20 Gell Peel treat acne within a day?
    We're afraid there is no such thing as instantaneous zit remover, despite what many ads claim, but there are a couple of things you can do to speed up the healing and diminish its appearance. ...

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