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Color Atlas of Chemical Peels

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15.10 Summary

In summary, multiple studies have documented the efficacy of topical agents (retinoids, antioxidants, and topical bleaching agents) used in combination with superficial and/or mediumdepth or deep peeling agents for photodamage. The treatment of photodamage requires a multifaceted approach incorporating sun protection, antioxidants, exfoliating agents, retinoids, and resurfacing procedures. Despite the evolution of new and advanced laser technologies, chemical peeling remains a viable, efficacious, and cost-effective treatment for photodamage.

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  1. Department of Dermatology, University of Bologna, Via Massarenti 1, 40138, Bologna, Italy

    Antonella Tosti MD

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    Pearl E. Grimes MD

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    Maria Pia De Padova MD

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Grimes, P.E. (2006). Photoaging. In: Tosti, A., Grimes, P.E., De Padova, M.P. (eds) Color Atlas of Chemical Peels. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/3-540-30223-9_15

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