hello, i have ice pick blemishes.

i used a retinol product that caused this.

is it possible to use exfol serum by itself to reduce or get rid of the ice pick marks?

i know that exfoliation helps get rid of the top layer of skin

can exfol serum ALONE work to reduce the marks?

or do i HAVE TO add copper peptides? or some other agent along with it

thank you

This message has been edited. Last edited by: Skin Biology,

Dear lethargy2:

Typically some type of copper peptide (used along with a method of exfoliation) works best to fade the appearance of marks/blemishes. Simply using a mild exfoliator like Exfol Serum (or simply using copper peptides by themselves) doesn't seem to be enough to generate the best results.

So we always recommend to use the two together - Here's how:

• Easy to Follow Regimen for Fading Hyperpigmentation

We would recommend carefully reviewing the following page on copper peptides:
Effectively Fade the Look of Blemishes -


AM Use:
AM - After cleansing the skin * , apply a light amount of Super CP Serum (which contains an effective concentration of copper peptides that can be used very lightly once a day). This should just barely cover the area without leaving the skin excessively wet or damp. Be careful with using around the eye area, or if you have sensitive skin. If you have sensitive skin: Take 1-2 drops in the palm of your hand, add 2-3 drops of water and then apply to the area.

PM Use:
PM - After cleansing the area, apply a light amount of Extol Cream OR LacSal Serum (2% and 10% mild hydroxy acid leave-on exfoliators). Apply lightly and leave-on. Leave-on hydroxy acids work to slowly dissolve the links between dead skin cells and heighten skin cell turnover rate. Wait about 20-30 minutes before you apply anything on top.

On specific areas in the evening: Spot treat a very light amount of Super Cop 2X - Extra Strength on specific areas of concern. Use very lightly. Not for use around the eye area. Test on a small area first.

----What to order? The best product to see what copper-peptides can do for your skin is our comprehensive Blemish Care Kit. Sample sizes of Super CP Serum, Exfol Cream, LacSal Cream, and Super Cop 2X are included in this kit / Contact 1-800-405-1912 for more personalized assistance.

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• Accelerate Your Success Using a Method of Manual Exfoliation

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VIEW HOW-TO VIDEO on Using Microdermabrasion Cloths to fade skin issues

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Best Wishes,
-Skin Biology