Reconstruction, one of the most turbulent and controversial eras in American history, began during the Civil War and ended in 1877. It witnessed America's first experiment in interracial democracy.
1 Changes in skin color. 2  A chemical peel can cause treated skin to become darker than normal (hyperpigmentation) or lighter than normal (hypopigmentation). 3  Hyperpigmentation is more common after superficial peels, while hypopigmentation is more common after a deep peel.
After the chemical peel treatment, the face looks fresher and smoother because the new skin is exposed. Chemical peels for face range from light to deep, depending on the skin type. In general, chemical peels are not recommended for people with darker skin complexions. The chemicals in the solutions often trigger acne breakouts, hyperpigmentation, or hypopigmentation in certain skin tones. Uneven coloration is often permanent and difficult, if not impossible to reverse.