What is a salicylic peel? What does it do?

Question:
What is a salicylic peel? What does it do?

Answer:
Salicylic acid is a light peel used to remove dirt and oil from the skin as well as to remove a portion of the epidermis. It is most often used for patients with acne as it has antibacterial properties and tends to clear up active acne.

Posted by Dr. Buckingham