is this peel good to fade dark spots on legs due to scar, bite and bruises ? which product would you recommend better this or the tca peel ?
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Some of the dark spots on my face, my daughter in laws and my daughter's faces have lightened.
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I started with a 30% solution to fade facial scar tissue and I had good results but after I found that I could tolerate the 30% solution I switched to the 40%. I see no reason why the 30% solution would not work on legs. The product is ACID so it is actually burning off the upper levels of skin and of course new skin grows in its place. Keep in mind that when you apply the product there may some discomfort resulting from a stinging sensation. But after you neutralize the solution the sensation goes away. I have no experience with TCA peals.
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I don't think this would be strong enough. Over a long period of time you may see some results. Not sure about the peel.
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This product is a "mild" peeling agent, it will over time and use gradually fade or even eliminate unwanted discolorations. The TCA is stronger so for something like a scar it may prove more efficient for you. No matter what you chose, you'll have to keep using it several times, you can gradually go from the Glycolic peel at 30% to the one at 50% and get more results. It's more gentle and safe this way.
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Obagi 3 is wonderful for dark spots and for softening changes in skin tone. It's also great for sun damaged skin. I wouldn't be without it.
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Sorry, I haven't used it in for those issues. I only know it to be soft and soothing to the skin and allow an slight extra boost to healing areas like scratches & dry skin.It is not specifically made to lighten dark spots. It is just a vitamin based moisturizing cream.
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I've seen a blog that showed great results from 50%. I don't remember the exact site but do a google search. he showed before and after images after one use and it faded a lot. I believe he used 50% for 4 minutes then reapplied for another 4 mins then neutralized and washed off. Im thinking to try this later but I also saw an article linking TCA to liver cancer so I'm on the fence about it. I definitely got no results trying to fade with glycolic acid, so it's either TCA or laser, but don't listen to people who say TCA doesn't fade tattoos.
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I wouldn't recommend this one. I am African American and Perfect Image glycolic acid peel 30% are way better and give lasting results.
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In all honesty, TCA isn't going to work on stretch marks very well. Your best bet is to research and possibly invest in a high quality dermal roller. I have researched this topic a lot and have seen women actually have the best results with that. Keep in mind, nothing works over night. We're talking probably a year of consistent and progressively deeper treatments before you are gonna see the results you want. The other decent treatment is gonna be retin-a. It forces your skin to shed and renew and some women claim success with treating stretch marks with this prescription medication.
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ATTENTION EVERYONE! A 25% TCA peel IS NOT the same as a 25% glycolic acid peel! Do your research and BE CAREFUL!
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Well, that depends on the results you want and the severity/darkness of your melasma of your face and how quickly you want it gone, and how much you to spend. The cream the doctor applied on my face erased the dark spots overnights but it also required me to stay home for few days, because my face was literally burned, it was scary to even look at myself in the mirror, no question you need downtime. This cream however is intended for maintenance, meaning you need to reply it more often (three times a day) every day for weeks with very good cleaning routine, no down time, no burning, at the end no dramatic result right away. My melasma keep coming back at my cheeks but no longer as strong dark patches as before, so in way it is manageable with cream, but I also take a combination of vitamins and supplements that I belief it is helping the minimizing the severity of it. I also exfoliate and do weekly glycol lactic mask, as well as lactic gel peel on top of my daily soy exfoliation routine. I don't remember the name of the first cream because I never bought it separately, the doctor applied it on my face, and I don't recommend you do it yourself even if you find it online. That treatment was in March 2012.
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They're chemically different but both are still acids! I'm only experienced with TCA though but it does the job. Amazing stuff! i've only had two entire-face peels with the 15% and it's the bomb. I've used the 100% w/ toothpick method for precision targeting as well for huge effect.
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I did see a "100% TCA peel tattoo removal" here on amazon. If you search by that phrase you will find it. Personally, i once had a tattoo removed with a laser, and after 7 treatments it was very faced. I still had to put a new one over it so it didn't look ridiculous. :-) hope this helps. For the price, I would try these TCA before a laser.
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Don't know, but I too suffer from cystic acne and this product, while effective, will make your skin VERY angry for about two weeks. So if you aren't self conscious about flaky red skin, go for it. I personally have found better results with glycolic acid for peels (under 50% is plenty) with a salicylic acid toner and/or face wash at night for maintenance. That's just me tho. Good luck!
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I use this product for skin hydration. I don't see where it would be beneficial for scars or dark spots. I too have dark spots but have not noticed any change because of the use of this product. Hope this is helpful
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i've tried glycolic acid which ate my skin and scabbed me over, but when it peeled away, nothing faded. i also tried lactic acid which worked for my body but not my face. this worked for my face after the first use. BUT i forgot to use sunscreen and all my spots came back. use sunscreen!
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These strength NO!!! This is only good for the face. But I have used tca 30% on dark marks, scars and STRETCH MARKS on my tummy, arms, and legs. The stretch marks on my arms are almost gone after just ONE application. The ones on my legs need a few more applications but they are lighter and my tummy....well I do notice a huge difference but they are still there. I think 3 more tca 30% on my tummy and I'll be stretch marks free. So if it works on stretch marks and scars and such it definitely would work on dark underarms. But 15% is good for beginners on the face not for other body parts
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Any type of skin "difference" from your overall normal skin, especially if it is raised should be removed by a doctor/dermatologist. TCA is in varying percentages meant to peel the skin and "only lighten the overall surface of the skin".
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I have a hard time with dark spots as well. I think that a TCA peel actually is stronger than a glycolic, so I would say go to your dermatologist or plastic surgeon and see what they say about the strength of the peel. The glycolic acid peel is pretty strong and you're right , the point is to peel the skin. If you get a really deep TCA peel, the downtime is about 10-14 days, but it is supposed to really work well. I am too scared to do it because I get cold sores every time I do a peel like that. Ive gotten a few of the lighter ones professionally through my plastic surgeon and they didnt get rid of the dark spots either - my dr. said it was because I didnt let him do a stronger one. Good luck I have a hard time with dark spots as well. I think that a TCA peel actually is stronger than a glycolic, so I would say go to your dermatologist or plastic surgeon and see what they say about the strength of the peel. The glycolic acid peel is pretty strong and you're right , the point is to peel the skin. If you get a really deep TCA peel, the downtime is about 10-14 days, but it is supposed to really work well. I am too scared to do it because I get cold sores every time I do a peel like that. Ive gotten a few of the lighter ones professionally through my plastic surgeon and they didnt... » Read More I have a hard time with dark spots as well. I think that a TCA peel actually is stronger than a glycolic, so I would say go to your dermatologist or plastic surgeon and see what they say about the strength of the peel. The glycolic acid peel is pretty strong and you're right , the point is to peel the skin. If you get a really deep TCA peel, the downtime is about 10-14 days, but it is supposed to really work well. I am too scared to do it because I get cold sores every time I do a peel like that. Ive gotten a few of the lighter ones professionally through my plastic surgeon and they didnt get rid of the dark spots either - my dr. said it was because I didnt let him do a stronger one. Good luck « Show Less
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Yes, it is a good strength to start with but do expect to do 3-4 peels and go up or down depending on the results of the last peels. Backs have tougher skin and usually take several peels to make a noticeable difference. I found this here:http://www.realself.com/question/tca-peel-back-acne-scars