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How to Get a Glycolic Acid Peel

Last Update: March 12, 2009

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Glycolic acid peels are a great way to exfoliate your skin, add color to your face, and prevent acne. Learn what you need to do prior to getting a glycolic peel in this video from a professional dermatologist.

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  • Exfoliates top layer of skin to prevent acne
  • Adds a healthy glow to face
  • Stop anti-aging and anti-acne medication before peel

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Lisa Rhodes, M.D. received her medical degree from the University of Texas Health and Science Center in San Antonio, where she graduated valedictorian. She completed her dermatology residency at North Western University in Chicago and currently works in Austin, Texas. Her favorite part of her job is diagnosing skin conditions and treating them in order to help patients live better lives.

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Video Transcript

DR. LISA RHODES: Hi, I'm Dr. Lisa Rhodes with Westlake Dermatology and Cosmetic Surgery. Glycolic acid pills are wonderful to exfoliate the top layer of the skin. This can give you a rosy glow, stimulating some collagen production and also can help exfoliate the top layer of the skin to prevent acne. If you're going to go get a glycolic acid pill at your dermatologist's office or at a local spa, what I recommend is stopping all of your anti-aging or acne medications a few days beforehand or else you could risk getting extra irritation with the acid peel.

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