Austin Glycolic Peel doctors

	Steven E. Rasmussen, MD Austin Dermatologist 1717 West 6th Street Suite 120R, Austin		2 answers
	Thomas T. Jeneby, MD San Antonio Plastic Surgeon 7272 Wurzbach Unit 801 801, San Antonio
	Jaculeen Dano, MD Austin Dermatologist 1600 W. 38th St. Suite 315, Austin
	Katherine Farady, MD Austin Dermatologist 8240 N. Mopac Expressway Suite 350, Austin
	Jeffrey W. Hall, MD Austin Plastic Surgeon 300 Beardsley Ln Suite C101, Austin

Recent Answers

How Long Before You See Final Results from Glycolic Peel? I had a glycolic peel. Will my skin carry on improving days later?

A: It takes a series to see true results from chemical peels

I have personally done over 1,500 chemical peels. Superficial peels like glycolic acid peels always take a series to get the full effect. I usually have my patients come every 2 weeks for a series of 6 peels. Over that time, there were be great improvement in skin texture and tone (decrease in discoloration) as well as a nice glow to skin will noticeable.

I hope that helps!

Steven E. Rasmussen, MD

Austin Dermatologist

Skin Test Before Glycolic Peel? I am 66, female, trying to improve facial fine lines around mouth, some sagging, general dullness, and slight redness on cheeks. As an African-American with medium brown complexion, I am terrified of possible hyperpigmentation or hypopigmentation if I have the initial glycolic chemical peel recommended by the R.N. health provider of cosmetic services. Should I insist on having a pre-test before having a glycolic chemical peel? Am I at high risk for pigment changes (5 monthly treatments being recommended)?

A: No need for a pre-test prior to glycolic acid peels

However, make sure that your provider is well versed in treating skin of color and that they are well educated and skilled in performing chemical peels.

A well-qualified provider should be able to decide easily what would be the best peeling agent and regimen for you. If you are seeking to treat hyperpigmentation such as melasma on your face, you should be on a bleaching cream with hydroquinone two to four weeks prior to starting your chemical peel series. I hope that helps.
Good luck!
Dr. R

Steven E. Rasmussen, MD

Austin Dermatologist