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.
About the procedure. The procedure involves a chemical solution that is applied to the skin. The solution causes a layer of skin to separate and peel off over the course of a day up to 2 weeks, depending on the type and strength of the peel.