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.
How do these treatments work? First your skin is cleansed and then the chemical peel is applied in a thin layer. The peel is left on for 5 minutes, during which you may feel a burning sensation. This discomfort is minimized by a stream of cold air during treatment.