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.
Skin peeling and flaking is a minor side effect of the chemical peel process. It usually takes a few days after the procedure to stop. It is important you do not pick at your skin because this could lead to scarring or infection.