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.
During a medium chemical peel: 1  Your doctor will use a cotton-tipped applicator or gauze to apply a chemical solution containing trichloroacetic acid, sometimes in combination with glycolic acid. The treated skin will begin to whiten. 2  After a few minutes, your doctor will apply cool compresses to soothe treated skin.