Orange County Chemical Peel doctors

Harold J. Kaplan, MD Harold J. Kaplan, MD
Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon
23211 Hawthorne Blvd. Suite 200, Torrance
7 answers
Hisham Seify, MD, PhD Hisham Seify, MD, PhD
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon
20072 SW Birch St Suite 110, Newport Beach
7 answers
Lorrie Klein, MD Lorrie Klein, MD
Laguna Niguel Dermatologic Surgeon
30201 Golden Lantern Ste B, Laguna Niguel
4 answers
Kimberly Lee, MD Kimberly Lee, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
433 North Camden Drive Suite 780, Beverly Hills
3 answers
Amir M. Karam, MD Amir M. Karam, MD
San Diego Facial Plastic Surgeon
4765 Carmel Mountain Road 201, San Diego
2 answers
Andrew Kaufman, MD Andrew Kaufman, MD
Los Angeles Dermatologic Surgeon
267 W Hillcrest Dr, Thousand Oaks
2 answers
Mohsen Tavoussi, MD, DO Mohsen Tavoussi, MD, DO
Huntington Beach Facial Plastic Surgeon
18800 Delaware Street Suite 500, Pacifica Tower, Huntington Beach
2 answers

Recent Answers

Chemical Peel on Neck Peeling Twice- Is This Normal? (photo)

I had a chemical peel (Jessner with 25% TCA) on my neck and chest a week ago. It completely peeled but left two very red and sensitive spots on each side of my neck. Even though I have continued to keep the skin moisturized the red spots are crusting again. Is this normal for skin to peel twice in one session?

A: Chemical Peel

A 25% TCA peel is quite aggressive.  Please follow up with either a board certified facial plastic surgeon, dermatologist, or office which performed the peel for an in person evaluation of your situation.

Kimberly Lee, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
What Kind of Facial Wash & Lotion Should I Use After a Chemical Peel?

I had a chemical peel yesterday and I know my face should exfoliate. What kind of facial wash would be appropriate? What about lotions afterwards? Do they need to have more gentle ingredients or keep this drying process going? I have products of both types but have no idea what to use.

A: Post-Chemical Peel

You need to hydrate your face with thick moisturizers and stay away from the sun.  Avoid any exfoliators or anything abrasive that would aggravate your skin. 

Kimberly Lee, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
Myth or Fact: Do Chemical Peels Stimulate Collagen Production?

I have enlarged/scarred pores on my cheeks and on my nose. I also have a few very, very, shallow acne scars. I would love to find an alternative to laser treatments or microdermabrasion (I am prone to broken blood vessels) to help fix some of these issues. Would a series of chemical peels do the trick? Or something else?

A: Chemical Peels and Collagen

Chemical Peels will not stimulate collagen, however, they are beneficial for superficial exfoliation.  Lasers are a good option for both scarring and pore size as they are using thermal energy to stimulate collagen production.  There is also laser technology that can aid in facial redness. The following link provides further information. 

Harold J. Kaplan, MD
Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon
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