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WRITTEN BY LIZ FLAHIVE.
facial peel for all complexions
what it is VI peel(from $300; kalimedical.com for dermatologists).
what it promises This peel combines phenol acids, vitamin C and Retin-A, which together are said to make for a gentler procedure that's safe fr all skin types. "Until now, high-powered peels have often caused hyperpigmentation of darker complexions," notes Abdala Kalil, M.D., who devised the treatment and performed this procedure. After a three-minute application, the peel works gradually over five to seven days, clearing up acne and acne scarring, brightening skin and increasing collagen production.
what it delivered Chino, 27, who has a history of acne, first experienced flaking, then began visibly peeling. After a week, she says, "I saw a major difference. My skin is now brighter, clearer and more evenly toned."
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