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How do glycolic acid peels work?

Dr Shiv Saha
Consultant, Cosmetic Surgeon,
Sir Ganga Ram hospital, New Delhi

Q: I want to know all about glycolic acid peels. What is its procedure? Who is the ideal candidate for this? What are its side effects? What precautions have to be taken? What is the cost of one sitting How many sitting are usually required? What to expect after the treatment? Is an individual's skin tone taken into consideration before the peel? How popular are these?

A:Glycolic acid peels are for exfoliation of outer layers of skin. It gives a younger and fresher look and removes fine wrinkles you have to avoid sun light for about a month.