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.
Continue to use 50-SPF sunscreen after each cleansing treatment. The face will be bright red for 7 to 10 days following a peel. You can usually apply makeup again from 7 days to 2 weeks after a peel to camouflage the redness. Avoid the sun for at least 2 months following a chemical peel. Take ibuprofen to dull any pain that might occur after a chemical peel.