Abstract | INTRODUCTION: AIMS: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of full strength pure lactic acid 92% (pH 2.0) chemical peel in superficial acne scarring in Indian skin. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Seven patients, Fitzpatrick skin type IV-V, in age group 20-30 years with superficial acne scarring were enrolled in the study. Chemical peeling was done with lactic acid at an interval of 2 weeks to a maximum of four peels. Pre- and post-peel clinical photographs were taken at every session. Patients were followed every month for 3 months after the last peel to evaluate the effects. RESULTS: At the end of 3 months, there was definite improvement in the texture, pigmentation, and appearance of the treated skin, with lightening of scars. Significant improvement (greater than 75% clearance of lesions) occurred in one patient (14.28%), good improvement (51-75% clearance) in three patients (42.84%), moderate improvement (26-50% clearance) in two patients (28.57%), and mild improvement (1-25% clearance) in one patient (14.28%).
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Authors | Silonie Sachdeva |
Journal | Journal of cosmetic dermatology
(J Cosmet Dermatol)
Vol. 9
Issue 3
Pg. 246-8
(Sep 2010)
ISSN: 1473-2165 [Electronic] England |
PMID | 20883299
(Publication Type: Letter)
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Copyright | © 2010 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. |
Chemical References |
- Keratolytic Agents
- Lactic Acid
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Topics |
- Acne Vulgaris
(complications, drug therapy)
- Adult
- Cicatrix
(drug therapy, etiology)
- Female
- Humans
- India
- Keratolytic Agents
(therapeutic use)
- Lactic Acid
(therapeutic use)
- Pilot Projects
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