Skin Injuries Following Layperson Application of Chemical Peel Products.

Injuries involved burns with associated wounds, pain, swelling, and scars.

Consequences included disfiguring scarring, reduced mobility, and need for emergency department, dermatologic, or surgical care.

LIMITATIONS: Limitations include underreporting of adverse events to the Food and Drug Administration and incomplete clinical information.

With consumer product reviews, there was potential bias and poor replicability due to the dynamic nature of the Amazon website.